I was recently asked to share some thoughts on the benefits of kangaroo care. This article summarises the latest research on the benefits of cuddling your baby- some of these may surprise you!

If you are expecting a baby in the near future, you may wish to incorporate some of these ideas. For those of you with little ones already, I hope you enjoy cuddling them for a long time to come!

Kangaroo Care

http://mehstaging.splashinteractive.com.sg/healthplus/article/kangaroo-care-importance-of-skin-to-skin-with-your-newborn-and-how-to-do-it-safely

The contents of this article have also been used in the following stories:

http://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/lifestyle/kangaroo-care-why-skin-to-skin-contact-with-baby-is-vital-8951558

http://www.smartparents.sg/baby/kangaroo-care-why-skin-to-skin-contact-with-baby-is-vital-8938140

I would love to hear about your experiences with kangaroo care? Feel free to leave your comments below. And don’t forget to subscribe for more parenting advice and medical information delivered to your inbox every week. Have a great week ahead!