08/08/2025
I saw a few older babies this week and it got me thinking about that really early bonding time, like in the first few weeks. When you are getting all that skin to skin, staring contests, and snuggly time, you are setting yourself up for:
-being able to understand and respond to your baby’s cues and needs
-easily fulfilling baby’s needs (sleep, feeding, comfort, etc)
-trusting yourself to confidently care for baby
-trusting your baby to tell you what they need
-getting through those tough times like starting solids, teething, developmental leaps and motor milestones together
It’s hard to describe this responsive bond that you and your baby can create, but it is so powerful! Don’t take those early weeks for granted. Hold off anything related to scheduling baby, creating independence, self soothing, all of that—just bond with your baby and learn about them for the first few weeks (or more!). You will create an impact for the rest of their lives.