Why Practice Skin to Skin?

We started this blog to begin exploring what skin to skin means, how to practice it, the multitude of benefits and much, much more.

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This Is Why Skin-to-Skin Contact After a C-Section Is Crucial

This Is Why Skin-to-Skin Contact After a C-Sect...

About 30% of babies are born in the United States by Cesarean section. While C-sections are performed regularly and with low risk, there...

This Is Why Skin-to-Skin Contact After a C-Sect...

About 30% of babies are born in the United States by Cesarean section. While C-sections are performed regularly and with low risk, there...

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What I Wish I Would Have Known Before Having A C-Section

What I Wish I Would Have Known Before Having A ...

A Cesarean delivery (C-section) is a major abdominal surgery. The procedure typically occurs when a vaginal birth is not the safest...

What I Wish I Would Have Known Before Having A ...

A Cesarean delivery (C-section) is a major abdominal surgery. The procedure typically occurs when a vaginal birth is not the safest...

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This 20 Year Study Is Groundbreaking

This 20 Year Study Is Groundbreaking

Just in case you aren’t fully convinced of the incredible benefits of skin-to-skin contact, this study will eliminate any

This 20 Year Study Is Groundbreaking

Just in case you aren’t fully convinced of the incredible benefits of skin-to-skin contact, this study will eliminate any

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Your Oxytocin Generator

Your Oxytocin Generator

Undeniable fact: When we are in the presence of a baby, we have an irresistible urge to hold, kiss, smell, and snuggle that baby.

Your Oxytocin Generator

Undeniable fact: When we are in the presence of a baby, we have an irresistible urge to hold, kiss, smell, and snuggle that baby.

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Journaling for New Moms

Journaling for New Moms

Journaling is therapeutic under any circumstances, but journaling as a new mom is particularly beneficial. This season of your life is full of changes and big emotions, so let’s talk...

Journaling for New Moms

Journaling is therapeutic under any circumstances, but journaling as a new mom is particularly beneficial. This season of your life is full of changes and big emotions, so let’s talk...

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A New Year Poem

A New Year Poem

Hello, readers! Wishing you and your family a holiday season full of joy, laughter, and baby snuggles. I want to share with you a poem that I wrote for my...

A New Year Poem

Hello, readers! Wishing you and your family a holiday season full of joy, laughter, and baby snuggles. I want to share with you a poem that I wrote for my...

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Bonding with Your Newborn

Bonding with Your Newborn

Congratulations, Mama! You survived pregnancy, endured childbirth and now you’re home with your adorable newborn in your arms. Welcome to the 4th trimester!

Bonding with Your Newborn

Congratulations, Mama! You survived pregnancy, endured childbirth and now you’re home with your adorable newborn in your arms. Welcome to the 4th trimester!

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The Healing Power of Skin-to-Skin Contact for Biological and Adoptive Parents

The Healing Power of Skin-to-Skin Contact for B...

The Parents of the Year award goes to Edie and Chip!

The Healing Power of Skin-to-Skin Contact for B...

The Parents of the Year award goes to Edie and Chip!

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How to Boost Your Baby’s Immune System

How to Boost Your Baby’s Immune System

Taking a newborn baby home from the hospital can be intimidating. Most parents have one primary goal: keep their baby healthy and safe. But how can parents protect their baby...

How to Boost Your Baby’s Immune System

Taking a newborn baby home from the hospital can be intimidating. Most parents have one primary goal: keep their baby healthy and safe. But how can parents protect their baby...

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