Childbirth in the early 1800s
Childbirth in the Georgian and Regency periods, roughly 1714 to 1837, was not understood as a single dramatic event followed by a quick return to normal life
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Fun and Games of Jane Austen’s World: Outdoor play
Children love to play outside. Many of the pass times our 18th century ancestors enjoyed would seem so familiar that contemporary children would not hesitate to join in the fun.
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Children and adults played many games to keep themselves entertained during long evenings where the firelight was not strong enough to support other activities like reading or sewing.
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Many of the toys and games of the Georgian era would be familiar to children and parents of today.
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