23 BENEFITS OF KMC FOR THE MOTHER Preterm birth is a stressful and, at times, traumatic period for a new mother. In addition to the common ups and downs affecting the mother’s psychological state that are often seen in the immediate period after birth, the mother and the family have to cope with the small baby who might be unwell and separated from her and kept in the NICU. The baby may not suckle well at the breast, and the mother will have to express milk to feed her baby. This may have negative consequences for the natural establishment of the mother-infant relationship, affecting the mother’s psychological state, bonding, and interactions with her baby. Kangaroo mother care is an intervention that can reduce stress and enhance attachment and emotional bonding between the mother and her preterm infant. This is essential for the emotional and social development of the baby. KMC has several benefits for the mother too!
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