Parenting "experts" have a lot to say about the do's and don'ts of child rearing, but often, their "knowledge" is untested-- just theories. That's the last thing you need when you're having problems with your young one.

What's the alternative? Turn to the real-life parenting experts in this book. Within these pages, you'll find an expansive collection of know-how from the real experts: hands-on, everyday parents who give baths, change diapers, cook meals, and check homework. Brought to you by the world's largest and most respected parenting magazine, this book offers precious nuggets of wisdom from real parents for real parents on every major child-related topic, from sleep and safety to discipline and creativity.

Parents Magazine's The Best Advice I Ever Got is packed with proven, simple solutions and fresh, clever ideas for...

* Raising a healthy eater (page 50)
* Treating minor aches and pains (page 81)
* Raising kids who care (page 225)
* Getting the most from visits to the pediatrician (page 141)
* Enhaced sibling relationships (page 203)
* Traveling with kids (page 381)

...and much, much more!

You'll also discover dozens of "It's My Job" tips from school bus drivers, pedatricians, and day care workers. Overflowing with brilliant kid-tested, parent-approved hints, this one-of-a-kind volume is a keepsake to treasure for a lifetime.