Tag: book history

• The Byrth of Mankynde, 1540 | Book History

  

  Learn more about the first book in English on pregnancy, birth, and newborn care: The Byrth of Mankynde, 1540.

  Aradia Wyndham

  February 7, 2020

  Birth, Pregnancy, Video

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• Measles in the Tudor Era | King Edward VI

  What was measles like for people before vaccination? Watch or read about measles in the Tudor era.

  Aradia Wyndham

  October 21, 2019

  Babies, Video

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• How to Breastfeed in 1913 | Dr Tuley

  

  In 1913, breastfeeding was highly recommended by medical professionals due to the high infant mortality associated with cow milk substitutes. But how were new mothers educated about breastfeeding? The recommendations might surprise you. Boracic acid, anyone?

  Aradia Wyndham

  September 17, 2019

  Babies, Blog, Video

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• The Boke of Chyldren | Tudor Pediatrics

  

  Imagine a world where there are no books about keeping your baby healthy in your language, even in your country: that was the case in England until Thomas Phaer published “The Boke of Chyldren” in 1544.

  Aradia Wyndham

  May 10, 2019

  Babies, Blog, Video

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