In the first few months, especially in the first few weeks after birth, babies need their mother's physical contact to meet their basic physiological needs, such as feeding, changing diapers and hugging. This is because the baby spent nine months in the mother's womb and had a deep emotional connection and dependence with her mother. Mother's company can meet the baby's emotional needs and help build a sense of security and trust.
However, as babies grow up, they begin to realize that they are individuals interacting with their surroundings. At this time, the intimate relationship with the baby is no longer limited to the mother, and other relatives and caregivers can also provide the same care and companionship.
For example, fathers, grandparents, sisters and nannies can establish close relationships with their babies to meet their emotional needs.
Babies need a stable, warm and caring environment, no matter who provides it. This concern can be achieved by interacting with the baby, touching, comforting, talking and singing.
It is important to ensure that babies are fully cared for and accompanied during their growth, which is conducive to their physical and mental development and the establishment of healthy emotional bonds.
Although the mother's company is very important for the baby's development, it does not mean that the mother must accompany herself.
Other relatives and nursing staff can also provide the care and companionship that the baby needs, create a warm and safe environment, and help the baby establish a healthy emotional connection and development.