A recent study suggests that close physical contact between mothers and
their premature babies can have a positive impact on the infants’ survival
rates. Researchers discovered that skin-to-skin contact, also known as
kangaroo care, significantly improved the chances of survival for premature
babies. This method involves placing the baby directly on the mother’s
chest, providing warmth, comfort, and bonding opportunities. Kangaroo care
helps regulate the baby’s body temperature, heart rate, and breathing,
while also promoting breastfeeding and enhancing the mother-infant
relationship. The study emphasizes the importance of promoting skin-to-skin
contact in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) and encouraging parents to
engage in this practice. By facilitating close physical contact, healthcare
providers can potentially improve outcomes for premature infants and
enhance their overall well-being.
their premature babies can have a positive impact on the infants’ survival
rates. Researchers discovered that skin-to-skin contact, also known as
kangaroo care, significantly improved the chances of survival for premature
babies. This method involves placing the baby directly on the mother’s
chest, providing warmth, comfort, and bonding opportunities. Kangaroo care
helps regulate the baby’s body temperature, heart rate, and breathing,
while also promoting breastfeeding and enhancing the mother-infant
relationship. The study emphasizes the importance of promoting skin-to-skin
contact in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) and encouraging parents to
engage in this practice. By facilitating close physical contact, healthcare
providers can potentially improve outcomes for premature infants and
enhance their overall well-being.
