NHS Suffolk and North East Essex - Personal Care Plans Booklet

20 2. Skin-to-skin contact with your baby after birth and beyond is recommended for all...  I am aware of the benefits of skin-to-skin contact  I am not sure/I would like to find out more My thoughts, feelings and questions: 3. All women are given information about the value of breastfeeding, and how to get infant feeding off to a good start...  I am aware of the value of breastfeeding  I am aware of how to get feeding off to a good start  I am not sure/I would like to find out more My thoughts, feelings and questions: 4. Babies often show early signs that they might be ready to feed...  I am aware of the signs to look out for that my baby might be ready to feed  I am not sure/I would like to find out more Early signs that your baby may be ready to feed are… Preparing for the first few hours and days after birth 5. Visiting hours at your maternity unit can vary...  I have checked visiting times and I am aware of who can visit me after birth  I am not sure/I would like to find out more It’s useful to find out visiting times, particularly if you might have visitors travelling from a long distance.