What is International Kangaroo Care Awareness Day?
On International Kangaroo Care Awareness Day, every year on May 15, advocates educate and raise funds for skin-to-skin contact. Everyone should embrace this vital activity between newborns and mothers right after birth, especially those in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Kangaroo care, skin-to-skin contact, and skin-to-skin contact is encouraged by the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
The term "kangaroo care" comes from the type of care a kangaroo mother provides their infant. On the front of its body, a kangaroo mother has a little pouch. This little pouch doubles as a second womb.. When a joey, or baby kangaroo, is inside the pouch, it stays warm and protected. In addition,, the pouch provides a secure environment in which to grow.. A human mother can provide the same protection as a mother kangaroo.
A mother places their infant into their chest and blankets the baby in the first moments and days after a birth. Babies thrive thanks to this skin-to-skin contact between baby and mother that helps babies thrive. Despite the fact that kangaroo care is mainly provided in the NICU, where premature babies need a lot more attention, many hospitals have started using this technique as part of the birthing process. In some cases, a caregiver provides the contact as well as a birth mother can.
Skin-to-skin contact between baby and mother is one of many evidence-based health benefits. For example, kangaroo care helps premature babies gain weight more quickly. The baby's other benefits include:: There are some other things that can be helpful to him::
