Philisophies on child-rearing can be rigid as political doctrines. That's why The New Basics (Regan Books) is a breath of fresh air. Dr. Michel, as he is called by Tribeca parents like Jennifer Connelly and Michael Imperioli, who both endoresed the book, tackles such charges topics as co-sleeping; He weighs the pros and cons for both the parents and the baby. This new A-to-Z guide uses case studies to point readers toward their own conclusions.