Mother and Unborn Child

By Samuel Raynor Meaker

"Mother and Unborn Child" is an informative and comprehensive guide dedicated to the health and well-being of expectant mothers and their developing infants. Written by Samuel Raynor Meaker, this work provides a detailed look into the science of pregnancy and the practicalities of prenatal care during the early 20th century. The text covers a broad spectrum of vital subjects, including the physiological changes of gestation, the importance of proper nutrition and hygiene, and the developmental stages of the fetus.

Focusing on the necessity of medical supervision and the elimination of common superstitions, the book offers clear advice on how to maintain physical and mental health throughout the term. Meaker emphasizes the dual responsibility of the mother to her own body and to the life growing within her. "Mother and Unborn Child" serves as an important historical resource in the evolution of maternal-fetal medicine, highlighting the foundations of modern obstetrics and the historical shift toward proactive, science-based prenatal health management.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1025853113
• ISBN13: 9781025853116
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"