Penelope Leach is a child psychologist and author of the international bestseller, Your Baby and Child. For over four decades, Penelope has been a prominent figure in the world of child psychology, dedicating her career to promoting the importance of early childhood development.

Born and raised in England, Leach earned her Bachelor of Education from Lady Spencer Churchill College, and went on to earn her Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of London. As a young mother, she became interested in the psychology of babies and young children, and began conducting research and writing about the topic.

Leach gained widespread recognition with the release of her first book, Your Baby and Child, in 1977. The book quickly became a bestseller, and has since been translated into 29 languages. In it, Leach offers practical guidance to parents on topics such as feeding, sleeping, and development, and explains the psychology behind each stage of childhood.

Throughout her career, Leach has remained an advocate for the importance of early childhood development. She has written numerous books on the topic, and has been a frequent commentator in the media, appearing on programs such as The Oprah Winfrey Show and Good Morning America.

Leach has been the recipient of numerous awards and honors for her contributions to the field of child psychology. She was awarded an OBE for services to families in 1998, and she was made a Fellow of the British Psychological Society in 2003.

Today, Penelope Leach continues to write and speak about child development, and is actively involved in research on the topic. Her work has made a significant contribution to our understanding of early childhood development, and has helped countless parents navigate the challenging but rewarding world of raising children.