„Rady dla kobiet wśród brzemienności” na podstawie Poradnika dla młodych matek Teodora Mateckiego.

„Rady dla kobiet wśród brzemienności” na podstawie Poradnika dla młodych matek Teodora Mateckiego.

Advices for pregnant women on the basis of "Poradnik dla młodych matek" by Teodor Matecki.

Magdalena Syguda

Guidebooks describing the specific problems connected with pregnancy, childbirth, postnatal period and upbringing of children were immensely popular in XIX century. The perfect example of such work in Polish literature is "Poradnik dla młodych matek" by dr Teodor Matecki (1810 - 1886). The author, in clear and concise way, passes on guides and rules regarding health protection of mother-to-be as well as her unborn child. The book contains essential advices for mothers concerning their diet and clothing which may have an influence on development of fetus. What is more Matecki delves into topics of faith and superstitions as well as intellectual development of women in pregnancy. Besides that there can be found information regarding their sleep, work and personal hygiene. It is underlined many times by the author that pregnancy is not an illness and it should not be treated as such. Matecki prohibits any treatments that may endanger woman or her child and points out a few useful advices aimed at bringing her some relief.

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