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How Important Is a Father’s Influence On Child Development? (Unpacking Paternal Influence)

by 1happykiddo
A cartoon dad is sitting on the ground happily reading a book next to his toddler son who is also sitting down and reading with dad

By acknowledging the role of fathers in the family, you can enhance your understanding of child development. In the past, fathers were often seen as secondary to mothers in matters of nurturing. However, current perspectives underscore that as a father, you are just as … Read more

What Happens If You Don’t Hold Your Baby Enough – Possible Effects

by Ann Marie Bantigue
What Happens If You Don't Hold Your Baby Enough?

I have seen way too many movies. But nothing is more emotionally dramatic than the moment a mom meets her baby for the first time. The uninterrupted skin-to-skin contact that we, nurses, oblige is almost a sacred moment in the delivery room. It’s touching … Read more

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