Skin-to-skin contact is holding a baby, wearing only a nappy, directly against a parent's bare chest. It helps regulate the baby's temperature, heart rate and breathing, supports breastfeeding and bonding, and can be done by any parent.
What you can do
- Lay your baby upright on your chest with their head turned to one side and nose and mouth clear.
- Cover their back with a blanket.
- If you feel sleepy, move your baby to their own safe sleep space.
