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Cooke, William
1785
1873
Cooke, W. (William)
Cooke, Wm. (William)
An address to British females on the moral management of pregnancy and labour, and some cursory observations on medical deportment : $b Suggested by the death of Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte Augusta of Wales: with a vindication of Her Royal Highness's physicians, Sir Richard Croft, Dr. Baillie, and Dr. Sims
$aUnited Kingdom :$bE. Cox and Son, $c1817.
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"An Address to British Females on the Moral Management of Pregnancy and Labour, and Some Cursory Observations on Medical Deportment" by William Cooke is a medical pamphlet written in the early 19th century. This work is situated within the context of the Regency era, following the death of Princess Charlotte Augusta of Wales, which stirred significant public sentiment regarding maternal health and childbirth. The book primarily discusses the moral and practical considerations surrounding pregnancy and childbirth, aiming to alleviate fears and promote better practices during this critical time for women. The text is a heartfelt address that speaks directly to British women, emphasizing the importance of moral support and the psychological well-being of mothers during pregnancy and labor. It critiques the practices and attitudes of medical professionals, urging them to approach childbirth with not only medical knowledge but also sensitivity and understanding. Cooke addresses concerns that arose from the tragic death of Princess Charlotte, arguing that although such events are rare, they can provoke undue anxiety among pregnant women. Through a series of recommendations, he encourages a balanced approach to childbirth that values both medical care and the emotional states of women, reinforcing the idea that the dignity and comfort of pregnant women should be at the forefront of medical practice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/b22459923/mode/2up
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1817
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Reading ease score: 37.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Obstetrics
Baillie, Matthew, 1761-1823
Charlotte Augusta, Princess of Great Britain, 1796-1817 -- Death and burial
Labor (Obstetrics)
Pregnancy -- Complications
Prenatal care
Croft, Richard, Sir, 1762-1818
Sims, John, 1749-1831
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Category: History - British
Category: Health & Medicine
Category: Parenthood & Family Relations
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