What is the Breast Crawl?

The breast crawl is a natural process that occurs shortly after childbirth, where a newborn baby instinctively moves towards the mother's breast to initiate breastfeeding. It is a remarkable demonstration of the innate abilities and instincts that babies possess from birth.

During the breast crawl, the baby is placed on the mother's abdomen, skin-to-skin, shortly after birth. The baby then uses its senses, reflexes, and movements to navigate towards the mother's breast. This process can take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour or more. Once the baby reaches the nipple, they will latch on and begin to suckle.

The breast crawl is beneficial for both mother and baby, as it encourages early bonding, helps to establish breastfeeding, and supports the baby's immune system by exposing them to the mother's beneficial bacteria. It also releases oxytocin in the mother, which helps with milk production and uterine contractions, reducing the risk of postpartum hemorrhage.

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