kangaroo care

American  

noun

1. a method of caring for a premature baby in which the baby is periodically held against a parent's bare chest.

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Etymology

Origin of kangaroo care

First recorded in 1990-95; with reference to a baby kangaroo ( def. ) carried in its mother's pouch

Example Sentences

She is also teaching kangaroo care to the new mom, which involves holding the baby directly against her bare skin to encourage bonding and help support the baby’s emotional and physical development.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 1, 2023

A growing body of research shows kangaroo care brings benefits for both baby and parent.

From Scientific American • Jun. 18, 2023

Studies reported several positive kangaroo care benefits for fathers such as reduced stress, promotion of paternal role and enhanced father–infant bond.

From Scientific American • Jun. 18, 2023

This study found kangaroo care helps fathers connect and bond with their baby in an intensive care environment.

From Scientific American • Jun. 18, 2023

For many hours a day, he performed kangaroo care, holding our son against his bare chest.

From The Guardian • Apr. 9, 2019