Getting ready to be a mother : a little book of information and advice for the…
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"Getting Ready to Be a Mother" by Carolyn Conant Van Blarcom is an informative guide for expectant mothers written in the early 20th century. The book aims to prepare women for motherhood by addressing both the physiological aspects of pregnancy and practical advice for personal care during this crucial time. It conveys the significance of prenatal care and highlights the importance of a supportive and informed approach to motherhood. The opening of
the book sets a reflective tone, exploring the emotions and expectations surrounding the arrival of a baby. The author encourages readers to prepare intentionally for motherhood, countering the prevalent notion that pregnancy requires little consideration. It emphasizes the necessity of proactive care, including the importance of medical consultations and personal hygiene, while dispelling common myths that may cause unneeded anxiety. Additionally, the preface outlines the practicalities of prenatal care and the shared responsibility that comes with preparing for a new life, underscoring the potential for improved outcomes for both mother and child when adequate care and support are sought. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Van Blarcom, Carolyn Conant, 1875-1961 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Edgar, J. Clifton (James Clifton), 1859-1939 |
| Author of introduction, etc. | Rice, Frederick W., -1948 |
| LoC No. | 22025397 |
| Title | Getting ready to be a mother : a little book of information and advice for the young woman who is looking forward to motherhood |
| Original Publication | United States: The Macmillan Company,1922. |
| Credits | Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | RG: Medicine: Gynecology and obstetrics |
| Subject | Pregnancy |
| Subject | Infants -- Care |
| Subject | Obstetrics |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 67971 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-67971-6 |
| Release Date | May 2, 2022 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 680 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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