Infant, Toddler and Child Health Sourcebook, First Edition discusses the basics of newborn health.

Table of Contents

• Preface
• Part 1: Healthcare Overview of the Newborn
• Chapter 1—Basics of Newborn Health
• Chapter 2—Assessing Health and Vital Signs of a Newborn
• Chapter 3—The Umbilical Cord: Cutting and Aftercare
• Chapter 4—Early Initiation of Breastfeeding
• Chapter 5—Care of the Premature Infant
• Chapter 6—Common Newborn and Infant Problems
• Chapter 7—Impact of Preconception and Prenatal Care on Infant Health
• Part 2: Child Development Milestones
• Chapter 8—Developmental Milestones Matter
• Chapter 9—Milestone Checklist
• Chapter 10—Speech and Language Developmental Milestones
• Chapter 11—Understanding Your Child’s Social and Emotional Development from Birth to Age Five
• Chapter 12—Are You Concerned about Your Child’s Development?
• Chapter 13—Communicating with Your Child
• Chapter 14—Overview of Early Intervention
• Part 3: Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities
• Chapter 15—What are Birth Defects?
• Chapter 16—Diagnosis of Birth Defects
• Chapter 17—Congenital Heart Defects
• Chapter 18—Neural Tube Defects
• Chapter 19—Microcephaly
• Chapter 20—Upper and Lower Limb Reduction Defects
• Chapter 21—Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate
• Chapter 22—Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
• Part 4: Childhood Illnesses and Conditions
• Chapter 23—Respiratory Illness
• Chapter 24—Other Infections in Children
• Chapter 25—Common Medical Problems in Children
• Chapter 26—Growth-Related Issues
• Chapter 27—Acquired Childhood Injuries
• Chapter 28—Childhood Mental Disorders
• Chapter 29—Childhood Cancer
• Chapter 30—Antibiotic Resistance: A Health Crisis
• Part 5: Bringing Up Healthy Infants and Toddlers (Ages 0 to 3)
• Chapter 31—Infant and Toddler Nutrition
• Chapter 32—Vaccination and Immunization for Infants and Toddlers
• Chapter 33—Sleeping Patterns and Safe Sleep Practices
• Chapter 34—Infant and Toddler Hygiene
• Chapter 35—Infant’s Primary Teeth
• Chapter 36—Ensuring Safe and Healthy Child Care
• Chapter 37—Physical Activity for Preschool-Aged Children
• Chapter 38—Keep an Eye on Children’s Height and Weight
• Part 6: Bringing Up Healthy Children (Ages 4 to 11)
• Chapter 39—Diet and Nutrition for Children
• Chapter 40—Vaccination and Immunization for Children
• Chapter 41—Importance of Personal Hygiene for Children
• Chapter 42—Oral Health
• Chapter 43—Working with a Dietitian If Your Child Has Food Allergies
• Chapter 44—Positive Parenting Tips
• Chapter 45—Role of Family Structure in Child Development
• Chapter 46—Physical Activity
• Chapter 47—Help Children Maintain a Healthy Weight
• Part 7: Safety in the Home and Community
• Chapter 48—Creating Safe, Stable, Nurturing Relationships and Environments
• Chapter 49—Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention
• Chapter 50—Child Safety and Injury Prevention
• Chapter 51—Keeping Children with Disabilities Safe
• Part 8: Additional Help and Information
• Chapter 52—Glossary of Terms Related to Infant, Toddler, and Child Health
• Chapter 53—Resource List for Parents and Caregivers