Parenting Quote by Gabrielle Palmer
““Interventions such as weighing can be postponed until the baby has nuzzled and suckled without interruption; neither mother nor baby should be hurried. Skilled birth attendants interfere as little as possible with skin-to-skin contact and attend to any necessary procedures after the baby has suckled.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Breastfeeding and Human Lactation, 2018
Postpone routine checks until after uninterrupted skin‑to‑skin feeding to protect bonding and natural processes.
In simple terms: Delay weighing until baby feeds calmly.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize uninterrupted bonding before medical tasks.
Themes
parenting
birth
bonding
Mood
caring
practical
Type
clinical
advice
When to use this quote
- newborn care
- hospital protocols
- maternal support
Key Concepts
skin‑to‑skin
maternal‑infant interaction
clinical timing
Questions to Reflect On
- How can staff balance safety with bonding?
- What policies support delayed interventions?
A Different Perspective
If baby is unstable, immediate assessment may be needed.
