sphere, the amount of water in the food, etc. We believe the
average person requires about eight glasses of liquid a day; that is,
about two quarts. By the word "glass" we refer to the ordinary glass
or goblet, two of which equal one pint. This amount of water should
be increased, if anything, throughout pregnancy; while, during the
later months, the amount of water taken each day should be at least
doubled.

In the condemnation of so-called artificial beverages, an exception
should be made of the fruit juices. The fresh, unfermented juices of
various fruits come very near being pure, distilled water, as they
consist of only a little fruit sugar and acid, together with small
amounts of flavoring and coloring substances, dissolved in pure water.
None of these substances contained in pure fruit juice needs to be
digested.

Lemonade not too sweet, and taken in moderate quantities, is certainly
a beverage free from objection when used by the average pregnant
woman. Unripe or overripe fruits frequently cause bowel disturbances;
as also do the millions of germs which lurk upon the outside of
fruits, and which find their way into the stomach and bowels when
these fruits are eaten raw without washing or paring. Otherwise, the
juices of fruits and melons are wholesome food beverages when consumed
in moderation.

EXERCISE

It should be the regular practice of every expectant mother to spend a
portion of each day in agreeable, suitable exercise or physical work
of some description. This exercise will be far more beneficial if it
can be taken in the open air. The weather and the strength of the
patient must be taken into consideration and the necessary
modifications of the daily exercise should be made.

An expectant mother living in the city and enjoying the average health
and strength, should engage in such agreeable exercise as the raising
of flowers, the training of vines, with brisk walks in the fresh air.
As much time as possible should be spent in the parks.

The rural "mother in waiting," may do light gardening, raising of
chickens, or pigeons, training of vines, or other outdoor work she may
enjoy.

No matter what kind of weather prevails, a daily brisk walk should be
taken, out of doors, on the porch or in a room with open windows. A
daily sweat, as well as the daily prayer, is good for the well-being
of the expectant mother. All forms of light housework are commendable.
Keep out of crowds. Spend more time in