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But there is still much to do through visiting and propaganda to
convince the mothers of the value of a complete examination within six
weeks of delivery. Mothers are so inclined to accept without complaint
backache and a general feeling of ill-health after confinement; and it is
only by explaining to them that it is to avoid these complaints, and to
avert unnecessary suffering, that post-natal supervision is provided, and
if more serious conditions are discovered these can be remedied in the
early days with the minimum of difficulty.
Talks on Health and Housewifery.
During the latter part of the year talks were given on economical
and efficient catering and cooking, and after the installation of the
electric cooker at Simpsons Road Clinic we were able to give practical
demonstrations. It was emphasised that unsuitable, badly chosen food
and careless cooking caused as much malnutrition as too little food, and
that the most expensive foods are far from being the most nutritious.
The talks included "Thinking Ahead and Planning," "Food Values,"
' 'Shopping and Storing.'' Economical dinners were planned and cooked.
The mothers were keenly interested and took notes. Some most satisfactory
reports have been received from the families of mothers who have
carried out the instructions received at the Clinic.
Our thanks are due to the voluntary workers at the Clinics and to
the Royal College of St. Katharine for their ready help in all things
concerning the welfare of the mothers and children of the Borough. Also
to the Societies who have given grants towards the cost of artificial
dentures.