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ADVICE TO A MOTHER - ON THE MANAGEMENT OF HER CHILDREN AND ON THE TREATMENT ON THE MOMENT OF SOME OF THEIR MORE PRESSING ILLNESSES AND ACCIDENTS - BY - PYE HENRY CHAVASSE, - FELLOW OF THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF SURGEONS OF ENGLAND, FELLOW OF THE OBSTETRICAL SOCIETY OF LONDON, FORMERLY PRESIDENT OF QUEEN'S COLLEGE MEDICO-CHIRURGICAL SOCIETY, BIRMINGHAM.
A straightforward guide written for mothers who want solid, practical help with their children’s everyday health. Drawing on years of medical experience, the author explains how to recognise early signs of common childhood illnesses, when to call a doctor and how to act when professional help is not immediately available. The tone stays clear and free of technical jargon, offering step‑by‑step instructions for caring for a sick infant, keeping a nursery clean and avoiding harmful habits.
The book also tackles urgent situations such as accidents, giving calm, decisive advice on first‑aid measures that can make the difference between danger and safety. Beyond emergency care, it shares simple preventative habits to strengthen a child’s constitution and promote long‑term wellbeing. Listeners will find a compassionate voice that respects a mother’s instinct while providing the reliable guidance that can turn uncertainty into confidence.
Language
en
Duration
~11 hours (647K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-09-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1810–1879
A Victorian surgeon and popular medical writer, he became widely known for practical books on pregnancy, childcare, and family health. His advice manuals reached a broad readership and helped shape everyday discussions of maternal and child hygiene in the 19th century.
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