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Are You and Your Baby Bonding?
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A breastfeeding mom may begin the bonding process through touch immediately after baby is born and placed on her chest. Skin-to-skin contact transmits heat and makes the baby feel secure. Even fathers and adoptive parents can participate in this kind of bonding. Many moms worry about whether or not they're bonding properly with their babies. If you're concerned, then it's best to talk with a healthcare professional, whether it's at baby's first pediatrician visit or with your own doctor. If breastfeeding isn't going well or if postpartum depression seems to be an issue, then speak up. But experts say that good moms who meet their new babies' needs are probably doing a great job already.
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