Bacchon Ki Doctor Book Review; Parenting Tips

name of the book: pediatrician

Author: Dr. Madhavi Bhardwaj

Translation: Yamini Rampalliwar

publisher: penguin

price: Rs 399

parenting It is a very beautiful journey. Every married couple eagerly waits for this moment. It is not just the upbringing of a child, but also the process of one’s own learning, patience and becoming emotionally mature. There are happiness, responsibilities and countless memories in this journey, which makes the family stronger.

Although there are many challenges in it, which scare new parents from this journey, but do not panic. Dr. Madhavi Bhardwaj’s book ‘Children’s Doctor’ is like a guide for new parents.

This book does not scare new parents, it explains and gives confidence instead of judging. Dr. Madhavi Bhardwaj is a well-known pediatrician. She herself is the mother of two children. She understands very well what emotions and challenges people who become parents for the first time go through.

Purpose and importance of the book

The purpose of this book is to guide new parents properly. Also, they have to be made to realize that being confused is absolutely normal. Especially at a time when all kinds of old beliefs and advice from relatives start dominating.

Dr. Madhavi resolves this confusion by presenting the realities, cultural myths and everyday situations of joint families. This book increases self-confidence instead of creating fear and guilt.

Also, the book has been written keeping in mind the needs of Indian parents. Because of this they feel connected to it and unnecessary anxiety is reduced. Taking care of a child gradually begins to seem like an easy process rather than a burden. The special thing about the book is that the myths have been challenged in a respectful manner. In their place, scientific facts have been written in simple language.

specialty of the book

In the book, Dr. Madhavi has described the 10 important milestones of the child’s first year in a very systematic manner. This is the biggest feature of this book. This gives new parents the right guidance at every step. Relatable illustrations in each chapter (such as different breastfeeding positions) make things easy to understand.

Real life case studies have been included in the book. Its purpose is to make the reader realize that these problems are not imaginary, but everyday reality. Along with this, the section on breaking common myths and FAQs section solves the doubts of parents, for which they often keep searching here and there for answers. This automatically reduces unnecessary fear and confusion.

book theme

The basic idea of ​​the book is very clear that parenting is not a game of ‘being perfect’. Dr. Madhavi believes that every child is different and every family’s circumstances are different. Therefore, in the book, there is neither pressure to become ideal parents nor is there any threat on everything.

Be it breastfeeding issues, lack of sleep or understanding your baby’s crying, the book talks about every topic with empathy and without judgement. It also removes misconceptions about mother’s eating habits. It gives you reassurance that you are not alone.

Dr. Madhavi understands the feelings of parents without judgment, accepts their dilemma and says, we all are confused in these times.

This book also talks about the mental health of parents

The book not only talks about the health of the child but also the mental health of the parents. This book relieves the burden of constant comparison, fear and advice. When parents start to understand that every time the child cries is not an alarm bell and there is a solution to every problem, then the fear of parenting gradually turns into trust. The effect of this is that parents remain more calm, take better decisions and feel more connected with the child.

Ideas related to modern psychology

The book may not be full of heavy medical terms, but its basis is completely scientific. Scientific reasoning is given behind every advice. Traditional home remedies like-

In the book, Dr. Madhavi Bhardwaj proves all this wrong in a factual manner. It has also been made clear in this book in which situations it is necessary to go to the doctor and in which there is no need to panic. Case studies and Q&A weave science into everyday language, so parents feel it’s actionable, not just theory.

book summary

This book covers 10 important milestones in baby’s development. It covers everything from the anxiety of the first seven days after birth to the big, if messy, but necessary milestones like starting solids. Its contents read like a new parent’s Google search history.

Each chapter takes the questions that come first to parents’ minds and gives them simple, practical answers.

Why should you read this book?

If you are a new parent and questions related to child care bother you, then this book will not let you feel alone. It will make you more confident, more aware. Which will reduce the anxiety of parents. Especially useful for Indian homes, because understands the desi reality.

My opinion about the book

‘Children’s Doctor’ is more like a companion than a text book. Dr. Madhavi’s language is empathetic, honest and full of light humor, which makes for a relaxing read. Case studies from real families and a question-and-answer section make it more relatable. The book is basically written on infancy (child’s first year).

However, readers looking for very deep medical details may find this book a bit light. This book makes one realize that it is more important to be sensible, not perfect, in parenting.

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