BUILD A HAPPY BRAINHold your baby, keep them close to you.

This builds trust and helps secure attachments to develop.

Close contact and lovingconnections help topositively shape a baby'sbrain.

Soft touchreduces pain andencouragesoxytocin releasein child and carer.

Oxytocinencourages feelingsof love and bondingand reduces stressand anxiety.

Responsive parenting helpsa baby feel that the world is

a safe space and that theirneeds will be met.

This builds theirconfidence and allowstheir brain to develop

optimally.

Don't be afraid to comfortyour child when they cry. The

close contact will reassurethem they are safe and loved.

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A safe and comfy sling can help you hold your child close.

You cannot spoilyour child by beingresponsive to their needs.

Your hard work will be worth it.