The Young Mother: Management of Children in Regard to Health by William A. Alcott
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| Author | Alcott, William A. (William Andrus), 1798-1859 |
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| Title | The Young Mother: Management of Children in Regard to Health |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Stan Goodman and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Summary | "The Young Mother: Management of Children in Regard to Health" by William A. Alcott is a health manual written during the early 19th century that serves as a guide for mothers on the proper care and upbringing of their children. The book covers a wide array of topics related to infant and child management, emphasizing the physical and environmental conditions that can impact a child's health, from nursery design to clothing choices. The opening portion of the work outlines the importance of a correctly arranged nursery, detailing its specifications, such as adequate ventilation, temperature regulation, and appropriate furnishings. Alcott argues against common practices like using carpets and feather beds, citing their detrimental effects. It emphasizes the need for a nursery that allows for fresh air and proper light, while promoting a healthy environment for both mother and child. The author also warns against neglecting issues of cleanliness, arguing that a foundation for health begins with the well-being of infants, which is significantly impacted by the environment they grow up in. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender |
| Subject | Children -- Health and hygiene |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 10482 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 102 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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