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Chapter 7
Will the Sandman Ever Come?
Toddlers and sleep
To nap or not to nap?
Avoiding bedtime battles
Bedtime routines
Comfort objects
Night waking
The causes of night waking
Night terrors, sleepwalking, and sleep apnea
Night terrors
Sleepwalking
Sleep apnea
From crib to bed: When and how to do it
Getting out of bed
Chapter 8
The Health Department
What's up, doc?
The facts on immunizations
How immunizations work
DTP-Polio-Hib
Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine
About the chicken pox vaccine
About the meningococcal-c vaccine (Menjugate)
About the pneumococcal vaccine (Prevnar)
How will I know if my child is sick?
Respiratory symptoms
Gastrointestinal symptoms
Skin changes
Other symptoms
More about fever
Fever isn't the bad guy; the illness is
This does not compute
What type of thermometer to use
How to take your toddler's temperature
What you need t o know about febrile convulsions
When to call the doctor
Treating a fever
Coping with common childhood illnesses and infections
Respiratory and related conditions
Skin and scalp conditions
Gastrointestinal conditions
Other conditions
Caring for a sick toddler
Emergency room visits
Overnight stays
Preparing your child for surgery
Chapter 9
The Safety Department
Babyproofing: The sequel
Every room
Halls and stairways
Your toddler's room
Bathroom
Kitchen
Family room
Living room
Laundry room
Basement
Garage
Backyard
Safety on the road
Toddler car seats
Other car safety tips
Summer safety
Winter safety
The safety generation gap
First aid essentials
Chapter 10
All in the Family
A good enough mom
Avoiding parent burnout
Staying connected with your partner
Dad's the word
Are you ready to have another baby?
Pregnancy the second time around
Preparing your toddler for the new baby
Toddlers and pets
The working mother's survival guide
Choosing child care
Doing business with a nanny agency
The first week survival guide
Coping with the stress of being a working parent
The intergenerational tug of war
Celebrating milestones and capturing family memories
Holiday stressbusters
Birthday party basics
Memories unlimited
Appendix A: Glossary
Appendix B: Directory of Organizations
Appendix C: Web Site Directory
Appendix D: Toddler Growth Charts
Appendix E: Recommended Readings
