Mother, Nurse and Infant

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Mother, Nurse and Infant

by S. P. Sackett

EN·~10 hours

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Description

A practical guide written especially for mothers and the many women who serve as “monthly nurses,” this volume offers clear, step‑by‑step instruction on every stage of pregnancy and childbirth. It blends essential anatomy and physiology with hands‑on advice for handling emergencies, managing labor, and supporting a new mother through the postpartum period. Readers will find straightforward explanations of common ailments, safe medication use, and the basics of infant care, all presented in language that is both accessible and reliable.

Beyond the immediate birth process, the book delves into the broader responsibilities of a nurse‑midwife, covering topics such as the natural progression of labor, convalescence, and the care of the newborn. It also provides useful references for dealing with complications, recognizing warning signs, and collaborating with physicians when needed. Whether you are a seasoned caregiver or a new mother eager to learn, the manual equips you with the knowledge to act confidently in the most critical moments.

Details

Full title

Mother, Nurse and Infant A Manual Especially Adapted for the Guidance of Mothers and Monthly Nurses, Comprising Full Instruction in Regard To Pregnancy, Preparation for Child-birth, and the Care of Mother and Child, and Designed to Impart so Much Knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology, Midwifery, and the Proper Use of Medicines as Will Serve Intelligently to Direct the Wife, Mother and Nurse in All Emergencies.

Language

en

Duration

~10 hours (618K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Richard Tonsing, Cindy Horton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

2018-09-27

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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S. P. Sackett

Best known for a practical guide to pregnancy, childbirth, and infant care, this little-known writer seems to have focused on giving straightforward advice to mothers and monthly nurses. Very little biographical information is easy to confirm, which makes the surviving book stand out all the more.

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