Why isn't my baby rolling over yet? Will my child start talking soon? How can I get my toddler to eat her vegetables? When will my child be ready to use the potty? What type of preschool is best?

Parenthood is a time of overwhelming emotions-and questions. At last, many of the questions you have about your child are answered in this indispensable reference brought to you by the trusted editors of Parents, America's #1 family magazine since 1926. Like a wise, trusted friend, this comprehensive resource offers authoritative, time-tested advice on how to raise a happy, healthy, safe, and secure child, from birth through age three.

This must-have guide features:

* Q & A sidebars that address parents' pressing concerns

* All the basics you need to know for infant care from day one through the first year

* "It Worked for Me" parent-tested solutions

* An A-Z guide to symptoms and treatments, covering everything from the flu to meningitis

* First aid basics for handling medical emergencies

* Special sidebars on "When to Call the Doctor" and "Pediatricks," original tips from pediatricians

* Childproofing every room in the home

* "Parents Alert" boxes that highlight everyday dangers

Newborn Basics, an illustrated introduction to infant care, helps you through the daily routines and quandaries that begin the moment you get home from the hospital. An "owner's manual" for new parents, it takes you from day one through the first year, when your information needs are greatest.

As They Grow covers physical, emotional, and cognitive milestones in a young child's life and underscores what you can do to promote your child's growth in each area.

Your Child's Health gives you all the tools you'll need to ensure your child's well-being with a thorough guide to healthy habits and preventive care, including an A to Z list of common symptoms and treatments.

Safe and Sound provides step-by-step guidance on creating a safe home and a safe environment wherever you go throughout your child's life.