What is Skin-to-Skin Anyways? Skin-to-skin, or "kangaroo care" means holding your baby without any clothing separating you.
For baby:
- Boosts oxytocin levels and lowers cortisol (more love and less stress)
- Helps stabilize blood sugar and insulin levels
- Stimulates innate newborn reflexes
- Aids in learning baby’s cues
- Less colic and reflux
- Greater weight gain - healthier baby!
For mom:
- Boosts oxytocin levels and lowers cortisol (more love and less stress)
- Better sleep (less fussy baby)
- Easier Breastfeeding
- Reduced likelihood and severity of postpartum depression
Great for Preemies
Babies born prematurely can benefit immensely from kangaroo care. In fact, doctors recommend that preemies get at least some skin-to-skin contact every day.
