1. Before holding the baby, mothers should wash their hands and remove the rings and jewelry on their hands to avoid scratching the baby’s delicate skin. If your hands are cold, warm your hands before holding your baby.
2. When holding the baby, the movements should be gentle, not too fast or too fierce, even when the baby is crying, do not panic. Most babies like their mothers to hold themselves in a steady way, which makes them feel safe, and a sudden vigorous hug will make the baby panic.
3. When holding the baby, the mother should look into the baby’s eyes, and gently say “mother hug” in the mouth, which will help enhance the parent-child relationship and give the baby a sense of security.
4. At least 3 months ago, the baby’s neck strength is very weak, and he can’t support his head. It is very easy to cause head and neck injuries. Therefore, mothers should always pay attention to supporting the baby’s head when picking up and putting down the baby.
5. When holding your baby, you should not let your baby’s legs curl up, but let it straighten naturally.
6. It is best to hold the baby to the mother’s left, you can clearly feel the mother’s heartbeat, and the sense of security is greatly increased; if the mother frees her right hand, she can better deal with unexpected situations.
7. Be sure to hold your baby when he is awake, and don’t let the baby develop the bad habit of sleeping
8. When putting the baby down, move slowly and gently, and then pull out the arms after the baby is lying down. The safest position is to lie on the bed with his back down.
