39K views · 634 reactions | Skin-to-skin has incredible benefits for...

There are many other benefits of skin-to-skin contact for both you and your baby, such as:⁠ ⁠ ✨️ It helps to develop your baby’s microbiome, the skin flora and microbes we all have and need for healthy skin.⁠ ⁠ ✨️ Your baby feels safe, so they’re calm and settle more easily as they know your heartbeat, breathing sounds, and the sound of your voice.⁠ ⁠ ✨️ It’s great to promote the hormone oxytocin, which helps the mother and baby bond and can reduce bleeding and help breast milk supply.⁠ ⁠ #bottl