Includes bibliographical references and index.

Conception Through Delivery -- Planning a Family: The Decision to Conceive or Adopt -- The Miracle of Life: Conception, Pregnancy, and Delivery -- Birth to two Years -- First Weeks: Neonates and Infants -- I'll Do It Myself: Toddlers (Ages 1-3) -- Childhood -- Let Me Show You: Preschool (Ages 3-5) -- New Experiences: Early Childhood (Ages 5-8) -- The Last Days of Childhood: Middle Childhood (Ages 8-12) -- Adolescence -- Emerging Adults: Adolescence (Ages 13-18) -- Inspiration, Motivation, and Accountability.

A father of three and long-time child psychologist, author Gregory Moffatt offers information on dozens of topics couples will face as they make the decision to conceive and take on the most challenging and rewarding role of their lives: parenthood. Each chapter is divided into psychological, social/emotional, and physical developments at the stage being discussed. Topics range from deciding to conceive and potential problems, to anticipating the developments and challenges for adolescents from age 13 to 18. Included are illustrative vignettes from Moffatt's experience as a child therapist, as a university teacher, and as a father. An extensive bibliography is included to assist readers seeking additional information on a particular topic.