Today, we talk about that golden hour after birth and what to expect in the first 48 hours of your hospital stay.
The golden hour is the uninterrupted first hour of a baby’s life and is filled with such great evidence base benefits for both baby and mama, that it’s becoming standard practice in more and more hospitals around the country. We’ll discuss those benefits and after we talk about what to expect from the first 48 hours after birth, because it’s a critical time of recovery for the mom and baby.
It’s important to remember that while the golden hour can be beneficial, it should only be pursued if it’s safe. Safety and stability are always the top priorities, and there should be no guilt if the golden hour cannot be achieved due to medical reasons.
A peek at the questions we covered:
- What is the “golden hour” after birth?
- What are the benefits of skin-to-skin contact during the golden hour?
- What are the 9 stages newborn babies typically go through in the first hour after birth?
- How can expecting mothers advocate for the golden hour in their birth plan?
- What happens immediately after birth in the delivery room?
- What assessments are done on the newborn in the first few hours after birth?
- What type of room will mothers typically be transferred to after the initial recovery period?
- How long is the average hospital stay for an uncomplicated vaginal birth?
- What are some tips for getting the most rest during the hospital stay?
- How can mothers utilize lactation consultants and nursing staff to learn newborn care skills?
- What supplies should mothers ask for before being discharged from the hospital?
- How can mothers prepare a plan for social media posts about the birth?
- When will the baby’s pediatrician typically visit during the hospital stay?
- What assessments will the mother receive from her OB or midwife before discharge?
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