month, taken from a cup.

9 A.M. Orange juice, one to two ounces.

10 A.M. Milk, two parts; oatmeal or barley gruel, one part;
from ten to twelve ounces in all may be allowed;
it should be given from a cup.

2 P.M. Beef juice, one to two ounces;
or, the white of one egg, slightly cooked; later, the
entire egg;
or, mutton or chicken broth, four to six ounces.
Milk and gruel in proportions above given, four to
six ounces.

6 P.M. Same as at 10 A.M.

10 P.M. Same as at 6.30 A.M., except that the milk may be
given from the bottle.

_How long may this schedule be followed?_

Usually until the fourteenth or fifteenth month. After this time the
cereals may be given much thicker and fed from a spoon.

_May any other fruit juices be given at this period?_

Orange juice is the best; next to this the juice of fresh ripe
peaches, red raspberries or strawberries. All these should be strained
very carefully through muslin to make sure that the child gets none of