Should she take a daily nap and when?  Yes, one or two hours in the forenoon, and also in the afternoon.

Should she take exercise?  Yes, exercise is necessary.  This promotes the proper circulation of the blood, favors rest and sleep, relieves the “blues,” tones the whole system, gives her good wholesome air and makes everything look better.  It should not be violent.  Slow walking and riding in an easy carriage.  She should not ride a horse, run, jump, dance, or do any jerky or violent exercise; no heavy lifting or reaching up.

What about clothing?  The clothing should be perfectly loose and comfortable.  Garters and corsets are injurious, especially when the pregnancy has reached four or five months.  The weight of the clothing should be borne by the shoulders instead of the hips.  Special waists can be made for pregnant women.  There should be no pressure on any part, especially on the womb and breasts.

What is the meaning of the word enciente?  The Roman women were accustomed to wear a tight girdle about their waists which was called a cincture.  This they removed when they were pregnant.  They were then said to be incincta, or unbound.  The term enciente is derived from this, and is frequently used to indicate pregnancy.

What are the main symptoms of miscarriage?  Pain and bleeding.

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Does it usually come on suddenly?  Not as a rule.  There are premonitory symptoms such as bearing down feeling in the pelvis, backache, frequent desire to pass water, a discharge from the vagina, and sometimes a little bloody flow.

At what period is it most common?  Between the ninth and sixteenth weeks when the after-birth is forming.

What are the causes of miscarriage?  Diseases of the womb, disease in the father, constipation, falls, over-exertion, violent emotions, such as shock, fright, anger, blows on the abdomen, over-lifting, reaching up, sewing on machine.

What is the first thing to do?  Lie down, rest and send for a doctor.

Is it ever possible to stop it?  Yes, and often.

Do the breasts need any special care?  The nipple, if much drawn in and small, should be “pulled out” once or twice daily.  It will do to rub sweet oil on the breasts every evening in order to relieve the tightness and discomfort, especially after the pregnancy has advanced some months.

Are there any diseases to which a pregnant woman is more subject?  None.  The kidneys need more watching.

Can any dentistry be done during pregnancy?  Not if it makes her very nervous; but toothache can cause more harm from a diseased tooth than if it were treated carefully.

Why do pregnant women suffer from “varicose” veins?  The enlarged womb presses upon the veins and thus obstructs the return flow of the blood.  It is not so common during the first pregnancy.

Can anything be done for this trouble?  The woman should lie down a good part of the time if possible, and also wear a perfectly fitting elastic stocking.  They can be had of any size and length.  The limb should be measured for them.