The Everything Baby's First Year Book: Complete Practical Advice to Get You and Baby Through the First 12 Months

The first twelve months of your child's life can be as challenging as they are rewarding. From birth through baby's first birthday, this revised edition guides you through all the critical milestones, focusing on such topics as:Breastfeeding and bottle-feedingPreparing food, including organic options and food allergiesTracking baby's developmentTraveling with babyChoosing safe toys and games This edition includes completely new material on:Baby sign languageJuggling parenting and a careerBottle safetyMaking your own baby foodPlaygroupsThe latest research on vaccines This guide also includes updated medical information, a detailed explanation of baby gear (what parents really need, and what they don't), and a new chapter on returning to work. You will reach for this valuable resource time and again as you make your way through these exciting months with your beautiful new baby!