The Care and Feeding of Children by L. Emmett Holt

"The Care and Feeding of Children" by L. Emmett Holt is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This comprehensive guide focuses on the proper methods for caring for and feeding children, especially infants, addressing topics such as bathing, nutrition, and overall health. The book serves as a resource for mothers and nurses, providing practical advice rooted in medical knowledge. At the start of this work, the author outlines the fundamental aspects of infant care, such as when to give a full bath, proper techniques for cleaning various body parts, and the essential cleanliness required in nurseries. Moreover, it discusses the importance of monitoring a child's weight, growth, and development while emphasizing the significance of proper bathing and clothing. Holt's systematic approach combines practical care instructions with medical principles, offering a detailed roadmap for nurturing healthy children. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Holt, L. Emmett (Luther Emmett), 1855-1924
Title The Care and Feeding of Children
A Catechism for the Use of Mothers and Children's Nurses
Credits Produced by Juliet Sutherland and the PG Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.
Reading Level Reading ease score: 70.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class RJ: Medicine: Pediatrics
Subject Child care
Subject Children -- Nutrition
Category Text
eBook-No. 15484
Release Date
Last Update Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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