Pediatrician Hugo Rodrigues, one of the most widely recognized voices in pediatrics in Portugal, brings together in this essential book everything parents need to know about the baby’s first 1,000 days of life — from pregnancy to two years of age.

Each chapter is structured for easy consultation, offering medical guidance and practical advice on feeding, sleep, hygiene, safety, and development — always with the rigor and sensitivity that set Dr. Hugo Rodrigues apart.

Dr. Hugo Rodrigues is a pediatrician and one of the leading references in child health in Portugal. A native of Viana do Castelo and father of two children, he dedicates his career to caring for children and supporting families, combining clinical practice with health communication.

He is a professor at the School of Medicine of the University of Minho and at the School of Health of the Polytechnic Institute of Viana do Castelo, where he trains new professionals with a holistic view of pediatrics. At the same time, he works in the public sector, supporting babies, children, and adolescents on a daily basis with a close and humanized approach.

In 2011 he created the project “Pediatrics for Everyone”, the leading digital platform for child health literacy in Portugal, with millions of visits each year. Author of several best-selling books and a regular presence on television, radio, and in the press, Dr. Hugo Rodrigues is recognized for advocating preventive medicine and for his ability to communicate clearly, empathetically, and accessibly to all families