Your Child's Health

Starred review from December 1, 2005
This is the third edition of a standard child care encyclopedia that debuted in 1987. Schmitt (medical director, After-Hours Call Ctr., Sleep Disorders Clinic, Enuresis-Encopresis Clinic) discusses everything from supplies required for a new baby to adolescent rebellion, but the book's greatest value is as a guide to coping with illness or injury. Schmitt succinctly describes symptoms and provides clear directions for first aid as well as advice on such topics as when to call 911, when to go to the Emergency Room, and when to call the doctor immediately. Though for some topics he recommends titles for further reading, one wishes he did so more often (particularly when opinions vary, as with toilet training and discipline), but this is a minor quibble. Bottom Line Every parent will want to own this book. But every public library will want a copy as well for prospective parents to browse, as there's a lot of information here -300 major topics covered -at a very reasonable cost. Highly recommended." -Susan B. Hagloch, Tuscarawas Cty. P.L., New Philadelphia, OH"

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