👶📜 History of Paediatrics (Child Health Nursing) 📘 Important for Child Health Nursing, Community Health Nursing & Staff Nurse Exams 🔰 Definition of Paediatrics: The word “Paediatrics” is derived from the Greek words: 🧭 Evolution Timeline of Paediatrics: 🗓️ Period 📝 Key Developments 🟩 Ancient Period Children treated by general physicians or family; no separate field 🟨 Middle Ages High infant mortality; belief in evil spirits/demons; no proper child care