OH BABY
D2
MARCH 2021
THE NORTH PLATTE TELEGRAPH
Bonding During Pregnancy Bonding with your baby usually comes naturally after birth. However, forming
Consider singing nursery rhymes or the alphabet, or make up singalongs. After birth, make sure to repeat the same tunes to help an infant adjust to their new reality. Talk to Your Baby Another way to bond is by involving them in your daily routine. Share your experiences during the day by describing actions and places you visit. It’s essential to call the baby by name if you have chosen one and talk to others who will be present in your little one’s life. Make sure to say “I love you” often. Pregnancy Journal Jot down important details about your pregnancy in a journal. Keep notes about the first time you feel the baby kick or funny moments when he is extra active in the womb. You can also write entries about doctor visits, your feelings after discovering the baby’s gender and the excitement of delivery as the time nears. As your baby begins understanding words and develops communication skills, share your journal entries. The experience will help you look back on this exciting time while sharing the joy your little one created.
a relationship during pregnancy can lead to benefits for your little one outside of the womb. According to the University of Cambridge, mothers who connect with their babies in utero positively impact an infant’s development and ability to learn. Studies were performed to analyze the relationship between parents and their children, both pre- and post- birth. Some positive results reported by the Centre for Family Research include these categories:
• Sensitivity. • Ability to notice. • Reaction time to children’s signals.
If you’re currently carrying, consider these beneficial
bonding tips from the American Pregnancy Association. Sing
Did you know a baby can hear your voice while in the womb? The vibrations of the sounds you make create a soothing and comforting effect. Take advantage of this unique situation by introducing calming lullabies to your baby in the womb.
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