Marlena gave birth to a low birth weight infant.Each day she spends two to three hours with her infant in a diaper held upright against her bare chest.As a result of this practice,we can predict that Marlena's infant will

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This practice is commonly known as kangaroo care, and studies have shown that it can increase weight gain in premature and low birth weight infants. It also promotes bonding and can lead to a more secure attachment between the infant and caregiver. There is no evidence to suggest that it would result in co-dependence or delays in neurological functioning.

Marlena Gave Birth to a Low Birth Weight Infant