Janet Whalley

About the Author

Janet Whalley is a renowned pediatrician and parenting expert with over three decades of experience guiding families through the transformative journey of childbirth and early parenthood. Holding a medical degree from a prestigious institution, she has dedicated her career to demystifying the complexities of pregnancy and newborn care, blending scientific rigor with compassionate advice. As co-author of the bestselling Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn (4th Edition): The Complete Guide, Whalley has empowered countless parents with practical, evidence-based strategies to navigate prenatal health, labor, delivery, and the newborn period. Her work emphasizes informed decision-making, emotional support, and fostering strong family bonds from the very beginning.