Introduction
As you get to know your baby , keep these things in mind :
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Your baby needs time to transition . Until birth , your baby has been held inside of you around the clock . After birth , everything is new , including feelings of hunger , pain and cold . A gentle , patient approach can help your baby adjust to these new sensations . Newborns are most content being held in your arms where you keep them warm and safe .
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Your newborn grows and learns rapidly . Your baby ’ s brain makes millions of new connections every day as they grow and interact with the world around them .
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Your baby needs you . You cannot hold a newborn too much or give them too much attention . In fact , needing to be held and have human interaction are as important as needing to be fed and dry . Responding to your baby , day or night , is very important to their development .