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Importance of Skin-to-Skin Contact

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Skin-to-skin contact is an important practice for newborn babies as it helps to promote their physical, emotional, and social well-being. It helps to promote bonding between the mother and baby, promotes breastfeeding, regulates the baby’s body temperature, reduces stress, and boosts immunity. Skin-to-skin contact should be practised regularly and can be continued for as long […]