[7] A “sponge bath” is given with a wash cloth; sponges are never to be used, because unsanitary.
[11] “The Body in Health” (O’Shea and Kellogg).
[12] For statistics, see [Appendix].
[13] For statistics on infant mortality, see [Appendix].
[14] From “Feeding and Care of Baby.”—F. Truby King, M. B.
CHAPTER VIII
THE PHYSICAL CARE OF YOUNG CHILDREN[15]
“The care and improvement of the child’s health is of paramount importance. A sound and efficient body is his initial stock in trade for winning the rewards of life.”