The most natural gesture in the world is when a mother reaches for her newborn baby..

Skin-to-skin contact immediately after birth is an important part of the bonding process and, if possible, doctors and midwives always deliver the baby directly to the mother's abdomen..

This is not only positive from an emotional point of view, but also reduces crying, warms the baby and helps women to breastfeed successfully..

HUMAN CONTACT.

Babies find touch soothing; an upset child can be comforted by gentle hugs or rhythmic rocking in the hands of the parents.

It can often help to wrap him/her securely in a blanket, although it is very important to keep the baby from overheating..

In addition, many parents find that wearing a baby in a sling is a great way to soothe them.. Baby massage can be another great way to make contact as well as soothe your little one and can be included in your daily routine before bed as a way to gently prepare him for sleep..

Although infants and young children are accustomed to being carried and therefore have frequent contact with each other, it is important to make time for special forms of touch, such as hugs and kisses..

If your baby is doing well, do not forget to pet him or hug him.. In the event of a tantrum, it is often best to wait for it to pass before trying to calm him down with a touch, a gentle pat, or simply holding his hand..

COMFORTERS.

Many children become attached to a particular blanket or toy, finding comfort in its touch and feel.. The strength of the bond with the blanket can be so strong that if she later accidentally stumbles upon the same texture and feels tired, she can grab it and show signs of being tired and wanting to sleep..

Sometimes it can be difficult to separate the baby from the fabric blanket to wash regularly, so try to have two on the go so one can be on duty and the other one can do a good wash..

TEXTURES.

Your child will naturally want to explore different textures, so get toys that have soft and hard components..

Try pointing out opposites, such as rough and smooth, angular (plastic bricks) and round (ball).

If you are in the park, let your little one touch his surroundings.. For example, the rough texture of tree bark will fascinate her, as will autumn leaves (make sure there are no dog nasties in the patch she plays in).

During these early years, the brain is like a sponge, so try to make sure your child hears, touches, tastes, and feels as many different textures as possible..

PLEASURE AND PAIN.

There are many sensory nerve endings in our skin that help us receive various information, such as whether it is hot or cold..

Pain is an important danger signal to the brain, and we as parents should be on the lookout for signs of it..

Crying may be a sign that your child is experiencing discomfort.. Always check the crib for uncomfortable bumps, painful bottoms, or tight clothing that may be bothering your baby..

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