Parturition without Pain or Loss of Consciousness

The author presents a practical technique for relieving labour pain by combining a modified inhaler with a diluted, aromatized chloroform preparation intended to deaden sensation without producing unconsciousness. He details the inhaler’s design that admits small streams of fresh air, explains the purpose and preparation of the alcohol-and-aromatic solvent, and sets out a timed pattern of brief diaphragmatic inhalations self-administered by the patient with intervals to prevent anaesthesia. Instructions on observing the face, pulse, and pupils, occasional oral nourishment, and illustrative case reports conclude the clinical guidance.