Why Practice Skin to Skin?

We started this blog to begin exploring what skin to skin means, how to practice it, the multitude of benefits and much, much more.

Lets get skin to skin, Baby!

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Michelle and Ace in the NICU.

116 Days in the NICU

Ace was born at 23 weeks and five days old.

116 Days in the NICU

Ace was born at 23 weeks and five days old.

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Mandi and Casey on their farm.

New Parents and Homesteaders

Mandi and her spouse, Casey, homestead on a farm called Wild Oak Farms in northern Missouri. They raise a herd of dairy goats, hand-milk them, and produce goat milk body...

New Parents and Homesteaders

Mandi and her spouse, Casey, homestead on a farm called Wild Oak Farms in northern Missouri. They raise a herd of dairy goats, hand-milk them, and produce goat milk body...

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Happy (almost) Father’s Day to all our amazing Bonsie Dads! Dads, we see you changing those midnight diapers, singing

Real Dads. Real Interviews. Paul’s Story

Happy (almost) Father’s Day to all our amazing Bonsie Dads! Dads, we see you changing those midnight diapers, singing

Real Dads. Real Interviews. Paul’s Story

Happy (almost) Father’s Day to all our amazing Bonsie Dads! Dads, we see you changing those midnight diapers, singing

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Why You Should Delay Your Baby’s First Bath

Why You Should Delay Your Baby’s First Bath

The World Health Organization, as well as most doctors and hospitals, recommend waiting at least 24 hours before giving your newborn baby a bath.

Why You Should Delay Your Baby’s First Bath

The World Health Organization, as well as most doctors and hospitals, recommend waiting at least 24 hours before giving your newborn baby a bath.

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Mom and dad snuggle with their baby.

What Is Second Night Syndrome?

Have you heard of “Second Night Syndrome?” If you’re an expecting parent, knowing this information could be a game changer for preparing for your little one’s arrival. Bonsie spoke with...

What Is Second Night Syndrome?

Have you heard of “Second Night Syndrome?” If you’re an expecting parent, knowing this information could be a game changer for preparing for your little one’s arrival. Bonsie spoke with...

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Photo of Tori and her baby, Jade.Tori is the Business Development Manager for My Sweet Sleeper.

"Happy Holidays," from home and the hospital

Dear Bonsie friends, Our team would like to say THANK YOU for an incredible year. Our business is continuing to grow thanks to the wonderful moms and dads who support...

"Happy Holidays," from home and the hospital

Dear Bonsie friends, Our team would like to say THANK YOU for an incredible year. Our business is continuing to grow thanks to the wonderful moms and dads who support...

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World Prematurity Day: Cassandra’s Story

World Prematurity Day: Cassandra’s Story

In honor of World Prematurity Day and the 1 in 10 babies born prematurely, we’d like to share the birth story of Cassandra, a

World Prematurity Day: Cassandra’s Story

In honor of World Prematurity Day and the 1 in 10 babies born prematurely, we’d like to share the birth story of Cassandra, a

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Skin-to-Skin Contact Saves Lives

Skin-to-Skin Contact Saves Lives

Skin-to-skin contact increased in popularity when it was discovered how many lives were saved because of it. Originally, this practice was used for premature babies who were underweight and needed...

Skin-to-Skin Contact Saves Lives

Skin-to-skin contact increased in popularity when it was discovered how many lives were saved because of it. Originally, this practice was used for premature babies who were underweight and needed...

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The Importance of Skin-to-Skin Contact and Attachment

The Importance of Skin-to-Skin Contact and Atta...

The science behind skin-to-skin contact is mind blowing. BRAVO to modern research for discovering the many benefits of this important practice!

The Importance of Skin-to-Skin Contact and Atta...

The science behind skin-to-skin contact is mind blowing. BRAVO to modern research for discovering the many benefits of this important practice!

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