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

However, this study also reported that some dads found giving kangaroo care challenging as it can be time-consuming.

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

Encouraging and educating all non-birthing parents, including fathers, to give kangaroo care is a valuable way to get them involved.

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