Skin-to-skin feeding – Baby is placed on your bare chest to encourage natural feeding.
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Remove the baby’s clothes, leaving only a diaper on.
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Place your baby upright on your bare chest.
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Make sure the baby’s chest and tummy touch your skin.
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Cover the baby’s back with a warm blanket if needed.
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Support the baby’s head and neck gently with your hand.
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Let the baby relax and feel calm against your body.
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Allow the baby to move and search for the breast naturally.
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Guide the baby gently if help is needed for latching.
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Watch for steady sucking and swallowing once latched.
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Skin-to-skin feeding helps bonding and supports healthy breastfeeding.
