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Chin-to-chest positioning

A deeply flexed neck position in which the chin rests against the chest and can narrow a young infant’s airway.

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How to carry a baby correctly

How to carry a baby correctly

Prepare before you lift the baby Before picking up a baby, pause and make the movement predictable. If the baby is awake, speak softly or make eye contact so they are less likely to startle. Stand close to the cot, changing surface, or floor area, and remove anything that could catch on the baby or […]