This is the new edition of the established guide to medical care for babies "The first year of life". Taking on board an additional editor the book has been fully updated with new illustrations and a new chapter on "Non-accidental injury and selected drugs".

The ABC of the First Year gives clear guidance on normal development and how to diagnose and manage illness in the newborn and babies. The book is an ideal practical guide for GPs, junior doctors, nurses, midwives and anyone else who manages babies or advises parents.