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Podcast: Pregnancy Podcast Premium
Episode: Q&A: The Golden Hour and Maximizing Time with Your Baby After Birth
Description: The first hour after your baby is born is a critical time for bonding and transitioning to life outside the womb. This episode answers a question about how important this time really is and provides practical tips on how to prepare for it. Learn about the evidence on skin-to-skin contact, delayed umbilical cord clamping, and how to navigate newborn procedures while prioritizing bonding. We also explore what to expect during the first hour, including considerations for cesarean births and how your partner can play an active role.   Read the full article and resources that accompany this episode.   Check out the 40 Weeks...