The bestselling classic more than two million  parents have depended on... <i>The First  Twelve Months Of Life</i>.<br><br> For over  twenty years, this invaluable book has been helping  parents understand their new babies: from what an  infant knows and feels at each stage of  development to what he or she needs from a parent to grow  and thrive. Now completely updated to include the  latest information on everything from  breast-feeding versus bottle-feeding to coping with colic  and choosing a reliable sitter, <i>The First  Twelve Months Of Life</i> is the definitive  child-care resource. Featuring:<br><br>  --monthly grow charts that reveal how your baby's motor,  language, mental, and social skills develop<br><br>  --reassuring answers to the questions most parents  ask<br><br> --brief overviews of what to expect  from your baby each month<br><br> --proven  techniques for soothing crying babies, solving sleep  problems, and dealing with diaper rash, fear of  strangers, and teething<br><br> --essential  information on when to call a doctor and the best  schedule for immunizations<br><br> -- plus more than  150 fascinating photos<br><br> Whether you're a  first-time parent or an old hand, you'll find  that <i>The First Twelve Months Of Life</i>  offers a rewarding glimpse into your baby's world  that will only deepen your appreciation of the  wondrous strides he or she is about to make.