We tend to worry enough about our kids without the seemingly constant reinforcement by the media about how scary, dirty, and unhealthy our world is. And, then there's the banter about so-called controversial topics: Do vaccines cause autism? Will antibiotics harm my children in the long run? Can nitrates in hot dogs cause cancer? Should parenting really be so stressful? New York's most-loved pediatrician, Dr. Michel Cohen has a refreshing message for nervous parents: "DON'T WORRY SO MUCH." In his just-released on paperback book, "The New Basics: A-to-Z Baby & Child Care for the Modern Parent," Dr. Michel offers an easy-reference format about common parental concerns and how to solve them without too much fuss.

The doc of choice for celebrity parents (Jennifer Connelly and Annie Leibovitz among them), Dr. Michel's comforting approach gives parents the confidence to relax and trust their instincts.

"The New Basics: A-to-Z Baby & Child Care for the Modern Parent," also addresses pediatric urban legends with reliable and reassuring information on ADD, vaccines, asthma and more.

$14.95; Available at bookstores and at www.thenewbasics.com

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