I guess it will be obvious enough when you see my recent reading lists, but I’ve been worried lately.

As my daughter is learning to walk, she is crazy-brave, always letting go of the furniture she is holding onto or crawling under things and then bumping her head. Her escapades give her occasional tears, frequent giggles and plenty of adventure. Her new skills have sent me running to the library shelves for advice and reassurance!

Baby Proofing Basics: How to Keep Your Child Safe by Vicki Lansky 
What I liked: The author’s extensive lists of things to check in your house, garage and yard to prevent accidents and injuries for your child are quite helpful. While I can’t imagine my child getting into many of the things described here, I know that once my child starts walking and the climbing, everything will change quickly and I need to be prepared! 

Mommy Calls: Dr. Tanya answers parents’ top 101 questions about babies and toddlers by Tanya Remer Altmann, MD, FAAP
What I liked: Seeing the “top” questions reassures me that most of my concerns are quite normal. The author’s answers are practical and based on her own medical experience working with new parents. Most of the questions in the book are aimed at newborns and infants; parents will probably need additional sources to answer their toddler questions.

First Aid for Babies and Children Fast 
What I liked: Each safety scenario was illustrated with colorful photographs of adults and children demonstrating rescue and safety techniques, along with clear and concise instructions. Although I hope I never need any of this information, my child will probably get cuts and scrapes, insect stings and more in the coming years.
What I could have done without: In some photos, the child actor is posing with a shock or stunned facial expression that frightened me. Reading about too many of these safety scenarios in a row was overwhelming.

As your child is growing up, how do you prepare for the bumps along the way? Do you have any books you would recommend?