Effects of Maternal-Infant Golden Hour on Breastfeeding

Authors

Julina A. Wall-Penner, Fort Hays State UniversityFollow
Katilyn Rasmussen, Fort Hays State UniversityFollow
Madeline Suderman, Fort Hays State UniversityFollow

Abstract

Abstract

This study examines the effects of immediate maternal-infant skin-to-skin contact, and how those effects compare to mothers and babies who have delayed or skin-to-skin. Skin-to-skin contact, also known as “the golden hour”, is a remarkable practice that occurs immediately after birth. During this intimate bonding experience, the newborn is placed directly on the mother's chest, their tiny body nestled against her warm skin. Studies have shown numerous benefits from this practice. Breastfeeding success through early initiation is one the benefits this study focuses on. This cohort observational study is recommended to take place at Hays Medical Center with mothers and their newborn baby on the Labor and Delivery Unit; 50 participants who experience the immediate skin-to-skin contact, and 50 who experience delayed or absent golden hour. Pending results and data collection.

Faculty Advisor

Dr. Christine Hober

Department/Program

Nursing

Submission Type

online only poster

Date

3-20-2024

Rights

Copyright the Author(s)

Recommended Citation

Wall-Penner, Julina A.; Rasmussen, Katilyn; and Suderman, Madeline (2024) "Effects of Maternal-Infant Golden Hour on Breastfeeding," SACAD: John Heinrichs Scholarly and Creative Activity Days: Vol. 2024, Article 136.
Available at: https://scholars.fhsu.edu/sacad/vol2024/iss2024/136