The maternal management of children, in health and disease

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Bull, Thomas, -1858

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Maternal Management of Children, in Health and Disease" by Thomas Bull is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. The work is aimed at young and inexperienced mothers, providing them with essential knowledge for the effective management of their children's health and well-being. The book emphasizes the importance of prevention over the cure and addresses both the general management of children and specific maternal strategies for dealing with health issues. The opening of the work introduces the author's intent to fill a significant knowledge gap among young mothers regarding their roles in managing their children's health. It begins with a preface outlining the general principles, stressing that understanding the essential care practices is vital for child health, particularly the early detection of diseases and the appropriate responses to them. Specifically, the initial chapters look into topics such as the diet and nourishment of young infants, the significance of maternal health for breastfeeding, and strategies for identifying early signs of illness. Bull presents a structured approach to practical feeding techniques, guidance on weaning, and the critical importance of avoiding harmful medical practices until necessary, setting the tone for a comprehensive guide to maternal-child health management. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Albert R. Mann Library. 2003. Home Economics Archive: Research, Tradition and History (HEARTH). Ithaca, NY: Albert R. Mann Library, Cornell University. http://hearth.library.cornell.edu (Version January 2003)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 52.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2003-12-01