{"id":16969,"date":"2025-04-16T19:25:48","date_gmt":"2025-04-16T13:55:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yptestserver.com\/shukan\/?p=16969"},"modified":"2025-08-20T17:52:13","modified_gmt":"2025-08-20T12:22:13","slug":"the-importance-of-skin-to-skin-contact-after-birth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yptestserver.com\/shukan\/the-importance-of-skin-to-skin-contact-after-birth\/","title":{"rendered":"The Importance of Skin-to-Skin Contact After Birth"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Welcoming a baby into the world is a life-changing moment. One of the most powerful and natural ways to support your newborn\u2019s health and emotional well-being is skin-to-skin contact. This simple yet magical act provides countless benefits for both the baby and parents.<\/p>\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/yptestserver.com\/shukan\/treatment\/infertility-treatments\/ivf\/\">Shukan Hospital and IVF Centre<\/a>, we encourage and support skin-to-skin contact to ensure a strong start for your newborn. Let\u2019s explore why this practice is essential!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>1. Keeps Baby Warm and Comfortable<img width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-public-id=\"shukan_hospital\/Baby-Warm-and-Comfortable\/Baby-Warm-and-Comfortable.png\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-post-16969 wp-image-16972 size-medium alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_300,h_300,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447997\/shukan_hospital\/Baby-Warm-and-Comfortable\/Baby-Warm-and-Comfortable.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1750447997\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_300,h_300,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447997\/shukan_hospital\/Baby-Warm-and-Comfortable\/Baby-Warm-and-Comfortable.png?_i=AA 1080w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_1080,h_1080,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447997\/shukan_hospital\/Baby-Warm-and-Comfortable\/Baby-Warm-and-Comfortable.png?_i=AA 1080w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_880,h_880,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447997\/shukan_hospital\/Baby-Warm-and-Comfortable\/Baby-Warm-and-Comfortable.png?_i=AA 880w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_680,h_680,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447997\/shukan_hospital\/Baby-Warm-and-Comfortable\/Baby-Warm-and-Comfortable.png?_i=AA 680w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_480,h_480,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447997\/shukan_hospital\/Baby-Warm-and-Comfortable\/Baby-Warm-and-Comfortable.png?_i=AA 480w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_280,h_280,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447997\/shukan_hospital\/Baby-Warm-and-Comfortable\/Baby-Warm-and-Comfortable.png?_i=AA 280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Newborns struggle to regulate their body temperature. When placed against the mother\u2019s or father\u2019s bare chest, the baby absorbs warmth naturally, reducing the risk of hypothermia.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>2. Strengthens Parent-Child Bond<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The first moments after birth are crucial for bonding. Skin-to-skin contact helps release oxytocin (the love hormone), creating an emotional connection between parents and their newborn.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>3. Boosts Breastfeeding Success<img width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-public-id=\"shukan_hospital\/Breastfeeding\/Breastfeeding.png\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-post-16969 wp-image-16973 size-medium alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_300,h_300,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447979\/shukan_hospital\/Breastfeeding\/Breastfeeding.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1750447979\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_300,h_300,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447979\/shukan_hospital\/Breastfeeding\/Breastfeeding.png?_i=AA 1080w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_1080,h_1080,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447979\/shukan_hospital\/Breastfeeding\/Breastfeeding.png?_i=AA 1080w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_880,h_880,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447979\/shukan_hospital\/Breastfeeding\/Breastfeeding.png?_i=AA 880w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_680,h_680,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447979\/shukan_hospital\/Breastfeeding\/Breastfeeding.png?_i=AA 680w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_480,h_480,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447979\/shukan_hospital\/Breastfeeding\/Breastfeeding.png?_i=AA 480w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_280,h_280,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447979\/shukan_hospital\/Breastfeeding\/Breastfeeding.png?_i=AA 280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Babies placed in direct skin contact with their mothers instinctively search for the breast and latch on better. This natural process increases breastfeeding success and helps establish a strong milk supply.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>4. Reduces Stress and Crying<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Newborns feel secure when they hear their mother\u2019s heartbeat and feel her warmth. This lowers stress levels, reduces crying, and promotes relaxation.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>5. Strengthens Baby\u2019s Immunity<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" data-public-id=\"shukan_hospital\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity.jpg\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-post-16969 wp-image-16974 size-medium alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_225,h_300,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447960\/shukan_hospital\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1750447960\" data-seo=\"1\" data-responsive=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_225,h_300,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447960\/shukan_hospital\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity.jpg?_i=AA 1536w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_1480,h_1973,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447960\/shukan_hospital\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity.jpg?_i=AA 1480w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_1280,h_1706,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447960\/shukan_hospital\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity.jpg?_i=AA 1280w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_1080,h_1440,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447960\/shukan_hospital\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity.jpg?_i=AA 1080w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_880,h_1173,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447960\/shukan_hospital\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity.jpg?_i=AA 880w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_680,h_906,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447960\/shukan_hospital\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity.jpg?_i=AA 680w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_480,h_640,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447960\/shukan_hospital\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity.jpg?_i=AA 480w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/db8swqoib\/images\/w_280,h_373,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1750447960\/shukan_hospital\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity\/Strengthens-Babys-Immunity.jpg?_i=AA 280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>When a baby is in skin contact, the mother\u2019s healthy bacteria transfer to the baby, strengthening their immune system and lowering the risk of infections.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>6. Helps Baby Sleep Better<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Babies who experience skin-to-skin contact sleep more peacefully. It stabilizes their heart rate, breathing, and oxygen levels, supporting brain development and overall growth.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Why Choose Shukan Hospital and IVF Centre?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/yptestserver.com\/shukan\/treatment\/infertility-treatments\/ivf\/\">Shukan Hospital and IVF Centre<\/a>, we ensure that every baby gets the best start with skin-to-skin contact. We offer:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Immediate skin-to-skin contact after birth<\/li>\n<li>Private, comfortable delivery rooms for uninterrupted bonding<\/li>\n<li>Expert lactation consultants to support breastfeeding mothers<\/li>\n<li>Family-friendly care that includes fathers in skin-to-skin bonding<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>FAQs About Skin-to-Skin Contact<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;How long should skin-to-skin contact be done after birth?&#8221; open=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>At least one hour after birth, but continuing it frequently in the first few weeks provides the best benefits.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Can fathers also practice skin-to-skin contact?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Yes! Fathers can hold their baby against their bare chest to bond and provide warmth.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Is skin-to-skin contact safe after a C-section?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Absolutely! Mothers can practice it with assistance, and fathers can also step in.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Does skin-to-skin contact benefit preterm babies?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Yes! It\u2019s highly recommended as it improves breathing, weight gain, and overall development.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;What if I can\u2019t do skin-to-skin immediately after birth?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>You can start as soon as possible once your baby is stable.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Does it help prevent postpartum depression?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Yes! It helps mothers feel more connected, reducing stress and anxiety.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcoming a baby into the world is a life-changing moment. One of the most powerful and natural ways to support your newborn\u2019s health and emotional well-being is skin-to-skin contact. This simple yet magical act provides countless benefits for both the baby and parents. 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