Harvey Karp

Dr. Harvey Karp is an American pediatrician, child development specialist, and assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Southern California. A passionate advocate for infant health, he revolutionized modern parenting advice.

He is best known as the author of the bestselling books The Happiest Baby on the Block and The Happiest Toddler on the Block, introducing the celebrated ‘5 S’s’ soothing method for infants.

Dr. Karp’s science-backed infant soothing techniques have provided exhausted parents worldwide with practical tools for calming crying babies and managing toddler behavior. He remains a leading voice in pediatric care.