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Skin-to-Skin Holding (Kangaroo Care)

Skin-to-Skin Holding (Kangaroo Care). The power, benefits and impact of skin-to-skin care for newborns, parents and families. Close To Me. Stay close to me with…. … gentle touch. Stay close to me safely. Place me high on your chest Turn my head to the side Cover me to my shoulders

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Skin-to-Skin Holding (Kangaroo Care)

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  1. Skin-to-Skin Holding (Kangaroo Care) The power, benefits and impact of skin-to-skin care for newborns, parents and families

  2. Close To Me

  3. Stay closeto me with… • …gentle touch.

  4. Stay close to me safely • Place me high on your chest • Turn my head to the side • Cover me to my shoulders • Watch me while I rest

  5. Stay close to me with… • …skin-to-skin holding.

  6. Skin-to-skin holding is good for your baby’s health because it often can: Keep a baby warm Stabilize a baby’s heart rate, breathing, and blood sugar Help with healthy weight gain Reduce discomfort during or after medical procedures Reduce crying Calm and soothe Benefits to your baby

  7. Benefits to you • Skin-to-skin care is good for moms and dads too, because it often can: • help you bond with your baby, • increase your milk supply, • reduce your stress and lift your spirits, and • help you become more confident parents.

  8. Stay close to me by… • …holding me close while feeding me.

  9. Stay close to me by… • reading me a story, • Singing me a song, and • Telling me you love me. • The more time we spend together the sooner we can get to know each other.

  10. Stay close to my… • …my whole family!

  11. Stay close to your partner.

  12. Stay close to me… • …forever!

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