Pediatrician & Child Development Expert; Author of "The Happiest Baby on the Block"; Founder of Happiest Baby
Dr. Harvey Karp Biography
Dr. Harvey Karp is a pediatrician and child development expert known for his work in infant sleep, parenting solutions, and child health. Karp received his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine, completed his residency at Children's Hospital of Los Angeles, and pursued fellowships in ambulatory pediatrics and child development at UCLA. He practiced general pediatrics in Santa Monica, California, for three decades and served on the clinical staff of UCLA and USC Schools of Medicine. Karp is an affiliate professor at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Karp is the author of "The Happiest Baby on the Block," "The Happiest Toddler on the Block," and "The Happiest Baby Guide to Great Sleep." These books and their accompanying videos have been translated into multiple languages and are widely used by parents and educators worldwide. His research introduced concepts such as the calming reflex, the 5 S's, and Toddler-ese, which have influenced approaches to infant sleep and child behavior. These techniques are taught by educators in more than 20 countries. The New York Times has highlighted his contributions to the field.
Karp is the founder of Happiest Baby, a company focused on smart technology and parenting solutions. He invented the SNOO Smart Sleeper, a responsive bassinet developed in collaboration with the MIT Center for Constructive Communication. SNOO is the only FDA De Novo authorized bassinet, designed to improve infant sleep, calm fussing, and reduce the risk of unsafe sleep positions. The product has received more than 50 honors and is included in the permanent collection of the Smithsonian Institution.
Karp is also an advocate for children's environmental health. His efforts contributed to federal legislation banning certain chemicals from baby products. He has served as a spokesperson on environmental issues for NRDC, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the California Department of Health, and is a founding board member of Healthy Child Healthy World. Karp has received recognition such as Physician of the Year from Physicians for Social Responsibility and the Champion of Babies Award from the March of Dimes. Happiest Baby, Inc. has been featured in TIME's 100 Most Influential Companies for its impact on parenting technology.
Karp has appeared on "Dr. Oz," "Good Morning America," "Today," "The View," "The Early Show," and CNN. His work has been featured by the Associated Press, the New York Times, Time, Newsweek, and People Magazine. Karp is a frequent speaker on pediatric care, infant sleep, and parenting, sharing evidence-based insights with audiences worldwide.
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