In this foundational book, the renowned pediatrician Dr. Benjamin Spock provides an indispensable resource for mothers. Originally titled 'Baby and Child Care,' this work revolutionized parenting by encouraging mothers to trust their own instincts. It covers a vast range of topics, from feeding and sleeping routines for infants to navigating the emotional and psychological challenges of adolescence, offering compassionate, practical, and common-sense advice that has guided generations of parents.