If you are going to buy a general book on raising toddlers, then consider this book. As a mom of 2, this series of books is the only one that I have kept, recommended and loaned out constantly.

The format and writing style is easy to read and understand. It's easy to scan to find what you need. Although you may not share similar opinions on every child rearing subject, it's interesting to read the author's notes on what they feel works. But I did not feel pressured to choose one way or the other.

So whether you buy, rent or borrow... this book is worth checking out. And I always think this book, along with What to Expect make great gifts for pregnant moms.

What to Expect the Toddler Years provides a plethora of questions with answers regarding behavior, problems, growth, and various issues that arise with a toddler. It is a good reference book for parents or caregivers of two and three-year-olds.

While I recommend "What to Expect When You're Expecting," and "What to Expect the First Year," I don't feel that this book is a "must read." It does contain a lot of information, but not enough about the things that I was concerned about as a parent. I was interested in solving my child's sleep problems. This book advocates crying it out, which I don't personally agree with. I also did not find the advise for weaning from the breast to be particularly helpful.

There is a decent section on toilet training and a decent section on dealing with tantrums that is worth looking at.

I might also add that I found that the "What Your Toddler May Be Doing Now" section for each month was three months behind what my child was doing.

If you are curious about the book, I would suggest going to the library first and checking it out. If it has information that you think you could use, then buy it.

I was given this as a baby shower and as a first time parent, I found it to be very informative. I used it as a reference tool through out the toddler years and it even had a section on multiple births that I needed. I often compared my children's sysmptoms to what was in the book before I called their doctor. I have recommended it to all of my girlfriends and even given it as a gift!

The book was received in a timely manner and it was in good condition.

My wife and I used the infant book and loved it. We didnt hesitate to get the toddler one. It is well written, organized and, combined with other sources, gives us a good perspective.