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A Video on Breastfeeding and Skin-to-Skin Contact

 

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mom holding new baby to her breast

Did you know Skin-to-skin contact right after birth not only Helps baby latch on well to the breast, but it also strengthens a baby's immune system?

Watch this video to learn more about the importance of skin-to-skin contact or read our article on the first few hours after birth.


 

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Resources & Links:
Breastfeeding
Bonding with your Newborn

VIDEO: Admission to Postpartum - Keeping Your Baby Skin-to-Skin
VIDEO: Baby's Feeding Cues and Behaviours
VIDEO: Breastfeeding Positions
VIDEO: Cup Feeding and Other Feeding Methods
VIDEO: Hand Expressing Milk
VIDEO: Latching Your Baby

Last Updated: August 14, 2013