11-25-2009, 08:18 AM
Caring for a tiny new being can be daunting at first, but new parents should concentrate immediately after birth on creating a strong bond between parent and child.
The Nemours Foundation offers these suggestions:
Today’s Health Tips
* Each parent should spend time holding baby directly against the skin.
* Gently rub or stroke baby’s skin in various motions.
* Try some gentle infant massage techniques. You can learn how from a book, or from your pediatrician.
* Talk, sing, coo or babble to your baby, so the infant gets used to the sound of your voice.
* Listen to relaxing music together.
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The Nemours Foundation offers these suggestions:
Today’s Health Tips
* Each parent should spend time holding baby directly against the skin.
* Gently rub or stroke baby’s skin in various motions.
* Try some gentle infant massage techniques. You can learn how from a book, or from your pediatrician.
* Talk, sing, coo or babble to your baby, so the infant gets used to the sound of your voice.
* Listen to relaxing music together.
http://www.thenews.com.pk/daily_detail.asp?id=210361