The Young Mother: Management of Children in Regard to Health

The Young Mother: Management of Children in Regard to Health

Essential Childcare Practices for 19th Century MothersBy William A. Alcott
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In "The Young Mother: Management of Children in Regard to Health," William A. Alcott presents a comprehensive guide tailored for mothers seeking to foster the health and well-being of their children. Written in the mid-19th century, Alcott's prose balances a conversational tone with meticulous attention to detail, showcasing an early understanding of child care that bridges practical advice with emerging medical knowledge. Engagingly structured, the text delves into various topics, such as diet, hygiene, and developmental milestones, establishing a foundational perspective in the realm of maternal health literature during a period when such discourse was becoming increasingly relevant. William A. Alcott, a prominent figure in the Transcendentalist movement, was not only a physician but also an advocate for education and health reform. His experiences as a medical practitioner and his commitment to progressive ideals undoubtedly informed his approach to parenting and health within the family unit. Alcott's holistic view of health emphasizes the moral and spiritual dimensions of child-rearing, reflecting the era's growing emphasis on preventative care and the nurturing role of mothers. This book is a pivotal read for contemporary parents, educators, and health professionals interested in historical perspectives on child management. Alcott'Äôs insights provide an enduring framework that transcends time, urging readers to consider not only the physical health of children but also their emotional and moral upbringing. "The Young Mother" remains a valuable resource for those invested in developing a compassionate and informed approach to parenting.

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GenreHealth and Wellness
Length6 hrs 49 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 4, 2019
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction
38CHAPTER VIII.: DRINKS.
2CHAPTER XX. ABUSES.
39CHAPTER IX.: GIVING MEDICINE.
3PREFACE.
40CHAPTER X.
4THE YOUNG MOTHER.
41EXERCISE.
5CHAPTER I.: THE NURSERY.
42SEC. 1. Rocking in the Cradle.
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6CHAPTER II.: TEMPERATURE.
43SEC. 2. Carrying in the Arms.
7CHAPTER III.: VENTILATION.
44SEC. 3. Creeping.
8CHAPTER IV.
45SEC. 4. Walking.
9THE CHILD'S DRESS
46SEC. 5. Riding in Carriages.
10SEC. 1. Swathing the Body.
47SEC. 6. Riding on Horseback.
11SEC. 2. Form of the Dress.
48CHAPTER XI.: AMUSEMENTS.
12SEC. 3. Material.
49CHAPTER XII.: CRYING.
13SEC. 4. Quantity.
50CHAPTER XIII.: LAUGHING.
14SEC. 5. Caps.
51CHAPTER XIV.
15SEC. 6. Hats and Bonnets.
52SLEEP.
16SEC. 7. Covering for the Feet.
53SEC. 1. Hour for Repose.
17SEC. 8. Pins.
54SEC. 2. Place.
18SEC. 9. Remaining Wet.
55SEC. 3. Purity of the Air.
19SEC. 10. Remarks on the Dress of Boys.
56SEC. 4. The Bed.
20SEC. 11. On the Dress of Girls.
57SEC. 5. The Covering.
21CHAPTER V.: CLEANLINESS.
58SEC. 6. Night Dresses.
22CHAPTER VI.: ON BATHING.
59SEC. 7. Posture of the Body.
23CHAPTER VII.
60SEC. 8. State of the Mind.
24FOOD.
61SEC. 9. Quality of Sleep.
25SEC. 1. General Principles.
62SEC. 10. Quantity.
26SEC. 2. Conduct of the Mother.
63CHAPTER XV.: EARLY RISING.
27SEC. 3. Nursing—how often.
64CHAPTER XVI.: HARDENING THE CONSTITUTION.
28SEC. 4. Quantity of Food.
65CHAPTER XVII.: SOCIETY.
29SEC. 5. How long should milk be the only food.
66CHAPTER XVIII.: EMPLOYMENTS.
30SEC. 6. On Feeding before Teething.
67CHAPTER XIX.
31SEC. 7. From Teething to Weaning.
68EDUCATION OF THE SENSES.
32SEC. 8. During the process of Weaning.
69SEC. 1. Hearing.
33SEC. 9. Food subsequently to Weaning.
70SEC. 2. Seeing.
34SEC. 10. Remarks on Fruit.
71SEC. 3. Tasting and Smelling.
35SEC. 11. Confectionary.
72SEC. 4. Feeling.
36SEC. 12. Pastry.
73CHAPTER XX.: ABUSES.
37SEC. 13. Crude or Raw Substances.

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