Dr. Spock's Baby & Childcare In India

by Benjamin Spock, Robert Needlman, Abdulla Gori

More than 65 years ago, Dr Spock's Baby and Childcare has been read by parents all over the world. Now, for the first time, his iconic book has been updated and adapted specifically for families in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka

The world-famous parenting book that revolutionized childcare now specially adapted for parents in the Indian subcontinent.

Parents in the south Asian subcontinent have a lot of the same questions as parents everywhere, but they also face challenges that are unique to their environment. The pace of change means that, like it or not, as a parent in India today you must make choices: if you are a traditionalist, do you follow your family's traditions absolutely, or only part-way? If you are preparing your children to take their places in the world of tomorrow, how can you best do that? You may choose to emulate some aspects of parenting as it is done in the US or UK. But which aspects? Organised for fast and easy reference, and written in collaboration with Indian pediatricians, Dr Spock's landmark book includes the latest information on all aspects of child-rearing, from breastfeeding and first aid to talking to your child about personal issues. All Dr Spock's invaluable, time-tested advice is here, including the most current medical practices and advances in childcare, but tailored for an Indian market. More than ever before, this essential and classic work will help all parents face their many challenges and responsibilities with new confidence and joy. As Dr Spock always said: Trust yourself. You know more than you think you do.

About the Author
Benjamin Spock MD, was a practicing pediatrician from 1933 to 1947 and then a teacher, researcher and political activist for causes that affect children. He died in March 1998.

Dr. Robert Needlman is vice president of developmental and behavioral pediatrics at The Dr. Spock Company.

Dr. Abdulla Gori specializes in pediatric medicine in Cleveland, Ohio.

Genres: Parenting, Health

992 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2012

About the author

Benjamin McLane Spock was an American pediatrician whose book Baby and Child Care, published in 1946, is one of the biggest best-sellers of all time. Its revolutionary message to mothers was that "you know more than you think you do." Spock was the first pediatrician to study psychoanalysis to try to understand children's needs and family dynamics.

Reviews

[Piyushi Dhir · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked the fact that this book was geared towards an Indian audience. It deals with and addresses a number of things that are culturally specific to India. It talks about usual practices in our country with respect to bringing up a baby, differentiates between myths and facts and generally, addresses a host of concerns one may have as a new parent.

[Aditi Bardia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Started this book right before my 9th month. I’m enjoying the details about each topic in the book. I’m yet to deliver and really hoping this book gets me prepared in some way.

[Karen]

This book is helpful -- I will allow that -- but I wouldn't use it at a 'baby care bible'. It is a reference, but it is no replacement for a parent's instincts. Also, please, please, please, do not compare your child to another child of the same age. Children do learn at different rates. For example, my son tried to walk just before he turned one. He fell. He did not try again for another four months. Then when he walked, he never fell down. He learns like that with everything. He might be slower to grasp a concept, but once he does, he masters it. So make this book a guide, not a 'bible'.

[Dr. Ajith P Rajan · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very good book for parents....