An antenatal visit help to prepare parents-to-be for the new adventure they are about to embark upon.
Topics discussed include:
what to expect in the first two hours
the importance of colostrum
early attachment and feeding
cluster feeding - what does it mean?
breast changes in the first 5 days
baby led attachment
skin to skin contact
what will that diaper contain??
also:
why babies love to be swaddled
sleep and settling in the early days
safe sleeping practices - S.I.D.S
Of course, mums & dads are encouraged to ask as many questions as possible. in fact, a list of questions is encouraged at every visit!!
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