When I was a novice mom, Dr. Spock’s book was our Bible. Well, I’ve also dreamed of writing a practical counseling book for years, which is always at hand - it helps until the doctor arrives, reassures you when in doubt, and even accompanies you on vacation if the need arises. I’m going to tell you now about the illnesses, symptoms, and questions I’ve encountered most often during my 25-year career as a pediatrician — exactly as I saw them when I examined the children I visited in the office and at home.

"I'd like to take a cure with me so you know why it's happening, to see what the doctor is doing, and of course so that in some cases you can help yourself if there's a problem. Are you with me?"
- Dr. Andrea Gyarmati