ISBN: 9780847857845

United States and Canada, 1965. Very good.. A collection of twelve (12) items relating to infant care and parenting education, published in the United States and Canada between 1951 and c… Plus…

United States and Canada, 1965. Very good.. A collection of twelve (12) items relating to infant care and parenting education, published in the United States and Canada between 1951 and c.1965. Published by both public health departments and infant food manufacturers to market their products, these guides aim to educate parents in proper infant care. The following subjects are covered: general health and wellness; infant nutrition, including breast feeding, bottle feeding, formula, and transitioning to solid food; safety; hygiene; toilet training; illness and vaccination; temper tantrums and behavior management; pre- and post-natal care; and midwifery. Note the differences between the publications published by public health officials and those published by makers such as Heinz or Gerber. The latter are much more likely to encourage parents to wean early, or use formula over breast feeding. In the 1950s, formula was still viewed as a superior scientific breakthrough, but breast feeding was beginning to make a "comeback" in popularity, as evidenced by some of these booklets. Together, these items paint a vivid picture of what parenting was like at this time, as well as how companies marketed to parents.The items are, in chronological order:"Infant Care". Washington: U.S. Dept. of Health, 1951. Single vol. (9" by 5.75"), pp. 146, illus., stapled in original illus. wrps. A guide to infant care for parents, produced by the Children's Bureau at the U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare. This copy has an ink stamp on the upper wrapper that reads, "From Will. E. Neal Member of Congress 4th District West Virginia"; evidently this was a free publication provided to his constituents in an effort to promote healthy parenting and parenthood education. Topics covered include feeding, infant safety, hygiene, weaning, play, toilet training, sun bathing, illness and vaccination, nursing and making formula. No. 8 in a series of public health publications from the Children's Bureau. Notable for how detailed and comprehensive the guide is for a free publication."8 Mistakes Parents Make and how to avoid them". Pleasant Hill, Ohio: Parents Association, 1955. Single vol. (8.5" by 5.25"), pp. 32, illus., stapled in original illus. wrps. A 1950s-era guide to parenting, highlighting 8 mistakes new parents make and how to avoid them. Interesting to see what advice within has (or has not) held up today. The mistakes include: "Your Aim is Not Nearly High Enough" (i.e. push children harder to succeed) and "It Isn't Smart to Shut Both Eyes and Ignore Temper" (i.e. teach children self-control). It lists the "Biggest Mistake of All" as "To Ignore Influence of Poorly-Trained Neighbor Children". At the end of the booklet, it advertises a multi-part parenting course for more tips. Features some priceless cartoon illustrations that are very "of the time". "Baby Record and Formula Preparation Instruction Guide". Carnation, c.1956. Four-fold pamphlet (8" by 5"), illus. A folding step-by-step guide to preparing formula, published by and promoting Carnation Brand evaporated milk for formula. Includes photo illustrations for each step. The front and back offer blank spaces for the new parents to record information about the baby's birth such as birth date, weight, address, and godparents. This copy has been charmingly filled out for a baby girl, Linda Dianne Maier of Toronto, by her mother."The Early Years". Ontario, Canada: Ontario Dept. of Health, 1956. Single vol. (9" by 6.25"), pp. 116, illus., in original illus. wrps. Contemporary ownership inscription of Julianne Maier to front free endpaper dated 1958. An extensive guide to parenting infants and young children offering information on child development, illness, nutrition, behavior management, and immunization. Published for Ontario families as a public health booklet by the Ontario Department of Health. Interesting from the modern point of view to see what has, and has not, remained recommended advice for new parents. Includes meal plans, bullet points of "Don'ts" and signs of common illness, emphasizes the importance of having children vaccinated against childhood diseases."Mother and baby: care at home". Ross Laboratories, 1961. Single vol. (7" by 5"), pp. [24], illus., stapled in original illus. wrps. A guide to basic post-partum and infant care for new mothers, published by a prominent maker of infant formula, Ross Laboratories. Emphasizes how physical and emotional changes to mother are normal, and the importance of hygiene for both mother and child. Breast and bottle feeding, circumcision, bathing, and doctor visits are covered, as well as a section on getting "back in shape" for mother. Includes infant feeding chart in back."A Handbook of Child Safety". Fremont, Michigan: Gerber, 1962. Single vol. (8.25" by 5.5"), pp. 14, illus., stapled in original illus. wrps. Featuring the iconic "Gerber baby" image on the upper cover, "A Handbook of Child Safety" is marketed to new parents by the makers of Gerber baby food and formula as an advertisement for their products. Focuses on the need for preventing accidents from little toddling explorers. Accidental falls, poisoning, burns, and drowning are highlighted; includes a chart on which toys are safe for children between ages 2 and 12. Advertises Modilac formula in the back, along with nutrition tips."The Canadian Mother and Child." Ottawa, Canada: Department of National Health and Welfare, 1962. Single vol. (9" by 5.5"), pp. 143, [1], illus., glued in original blue illus. wrps. A window into parenting education and maternal health in 1960's Canada, published by the Division of Child and Maternal Health at the Department of National Health and Welfare in Ottawa. Offers information and advice under the following headings: "The Expectant Mother", "The Birth of the Baby", "Care of the Normal Baby", and "Babies Needing Special Care". Includes a chapter on midwifery, addressed directly to the midwife."Foods for Baby and Mealtime Psychology". Fremont, Michigan: Gerber, 1963. Single vol. (8.5" by 5.5"), pp. 32, illus., stapled in original illus. wrps. A guide to mealtimes for babies who ate beginning to eat solid foods, published by Gerber and advertising their jarred infant food. Covers what to feed babies, how to schedule feedings, and most importantly, how to approach a fussy eater and set a good example for healthy eating. Provides nutritional advice.Mealtime for Toddlers: Four (4) Booklets on Infant Nutrition Advertising Gerber, Heinz, Beech-Nut. United States, 1960s. Answers such questions as "Why won't my toddler eat vegetables?" and "How do I transition my infant to solid foods?", and offers dozens of recipes for budding solid food eaters. One booklet includes a blank chart for recording vaccinations. Includes the following. "Recipes for Toddlers". Fremont, Michigan: Gerber Baby Foods, 1956. Single vol. (8.5" by 5.25"), pp. 32, illus., stapled in original illus. wrps. "Recipes for Toddlers". Fremont, Michigan: Gerber Baby Foods, 1964. Single vol. (8.5" by 5.5"), pp. 32, illus., stapled in original illus. wrps. "An ABC's for Baby's mealtime". United States: Heinz, c.1965. Single vol. (5.5" by 8"), pp. 28, illus., stapled in original illus. self wrps. "Happy Mealtimes for your baby". Canajoharie, New York: Beech-Nut Baby Foods, c.1965. Single vol. (8.25" by 5.5"), pp. 32, illus., stapled in original illus. wrps., 1965, 3, New York, New York, U.S.A.: Rizzoli Intl Pubns. New. 1998. 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