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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1933
Page
13
Doctors urge regular exams for children to monitor growth, posture, and development. Vaccinations against diphtheria and typhoid, Schick tests, and dental care are recommended, with emphasis on diet, outdoor play, and avoiding crowds to prevent illness.
Health notes urge plenty of pure fresh air for every child as a preventive measure. Experts advise regular outdoor play whenever weather allows to keep the well child healthy and teach him regular habits.
Dr. House Irwin urges sun baths even with clothes on and cites U S Bureau of Standards tests showing rayon fabrics transmit the most light while white un dyed fabrics are the most penetrable. He urges loosely woven linens rayons and cottons for children to receive ultraviolet light for growth while outdoors.
Dr. Henry L. K. Shaw notes a sharp decline in infant deaths, from 150 per 1000 births a quarter century ago to under 70 last year. First born infants face higher mortality, and early life deaths cluster in the first month. improvements in sanitation, milk and water quality, education, and obstetrical care drive the gains.
Parents are urged to curb sassiness early arguing most cases blame the parents. The piece warns that smart replies seem cute in childhood but become a lasting habit and a polite child is preferred everywhere.
Grace Langdon of Teachers College Columbia University discusses why bedtime rebellion occurs and how parents can establish a calm sleep routine. She emphasizes nonthreatening guidance, a stable age appropriate routine, and comfortable sleeping conditions to help children learn to go to bed quickly and sleep soundly.
The article argues that environmental conditions in the home largely determine a child’s health from birth through age six. It urges mothers to learn hygiene for child life, follow nurse home visits, bring babies to clinics for weight and health checks, and guide mental and physical development during early years to build lasting well being.
Advice emphasizes spacious baby carriages with full length room for limbs and a smooth ride from good springs. It warns against prioritizing style over comfort and suggests a dark hood lining to prevent sun glare. Always strap the baby in and set the brake when leaving the carriage.
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