This "Good House Wife's Guide" From 1955 Discusses How Wives Should Treat Their Husbands
Aug 22, 2018 by apost team
Isn't it so interesting to see how people used to live? Sometimes, we even realize that not much has changed at all.. but that's definitely not the case for what 1950s housewives were expected to do for their husbands! Luckily for women everywhere, those traditions have been thrown out the window by now.
A magazine called Housekeeping Monthly published a housewife's guide in May of 1955, which gave tips and tricks for the ways a woman should act around her husband and family.
While it might be kind of appalling to women today, it's still interesting to see what life was like back in the day!
1.) Always have dinner ready when your husband comes home. Plan ahead if you have to. It's important for your husband to know that you have been thinking about him.
2.) A warm welcome (in otherwords, a warm dish) is what a man needs after a hard day's work.
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3.) Don't forget to prepare yourself, too. Take a rest for about 15 minutes, so you're refreshed when he arrives home. Touch up your makeup and hair, if necessary.
4.) Be a little more gay and exciting for him. He probably had a boring day, and it is your duty to uplift his spirits!
5.) Tidy up and declutter just before your husband comes through the door, especially in the main part of the house.
6.) If it is cold outside, prepare a fire. He'll need to unwind after work, and when your husband feels rested and relaxed, so will you.
7.) Prepare the children, as well. Wash their hands and faces, take a few minutes to make sure they look presentable, even if it means a change of clothes.
8.) Minimize all noise - not just of the vaccuum, dryer, and washer, but also make sure that the children are not loud or fussy.
9.) Put on a warm smile. You should be happy to see your husband and show a sincere desire to meet his needs. Always listen to what he has to say.
10.) Always let him talk first, even if you have a million things on your mind. Right when he arrives home is not the time to bother him with your topics of conversation, as his are more important.
11.) The evening belongs to him. It is not your place to be upset if he comes home late or goes out to dinner. Instead, be empathetic of his needs to relax after a strenuous day.
12.) Your goal as his wife is to ensure your home is peaceful, orderly, and tranquil. Only then can your husband renew himself in body and in spirit.
13.) Never greet him with complaints or problems you have with him, personally.
14.) If your husband stays out late and misses dinner, do not blame him. This is a minor issue compared to his work day.
15.) Do everything in your power to ensure he is comfortable. Fetch him pillows and have a cool drink ready for him in the summer. In the winter, fetch him a blanket and make sure he has something warm to drink.
16.) Speak only in low, soothing, and pleasant tones. Your husband does not need to hear you speaking in a shrill voice, that will only stress him further.
17.) Just as you should avoid greeting him with complaints, do not greet him with questions, either. He is the master of the house, and his will is equivalent to what is fair and honest.
18.) Most importantly: a good housewife always knows her place.
Does this remind you of your childhood? It's incredible to see how much things have changed in so little time! Let us know your thoughts in the comments, and show this article to your friends and family so they can see what things were like back in the day, too.