#Newborn Pampers Diapers

[babycozy]

How to Choose the Right BabyCozy Diapers for Your Baby's Specific Needs?

Parenting is certainly a journey filled with countless decisions, from the minor to the major. One of the things that really catches new parents' attention is choosing the right diaper for their little one. Throughout this comprehensive guide, we will help you navigate the world of BabyCozy Super Soft Diapers and select the ideal one that aligns with your baby's very specific needs.

Why Choose BabyCozy Diapers?

When you’re choosing a diaper, you want it to be gentle on the baby’s skin, super absorbent, leak-proof, and, of course, comfortable for your baby to wear. Disposable Baby Diapers from BabyCozy tick all these boxes with their exceptional design and top-notch quality. They are:

Super Absorbent: To keep your little one dry all the time.

Soft on Skin: Designed to be gentle to the touch, reducing the chance of rashes.

Leak-Proof: That means fewer accidents and less laundry to deal with.

Hypoallergenic: Safe materials used to protect sensitive baby skin.

Eco-friendly: Made with sustainable practices for a greener future.

Selecting the Right Size: Understand the Size Chart for Diapers

Like clothes, diapers also come in different sizes according to the baby's weight and age. From the newborn stage to toddlerhood, BabyCozy has got you covered!

Here’s a general rule of thumb to help you understand the Size Chart for Diapers:

Newborn (Diapers Size1): Suitable for babies less than a month old or those weighing around 2-4 kgs.

Size 2: Perfect for babies who weigh between 4 - 8 kgs.

Size 3: Ideal for babies weighing from 7 - 12 kgs.

Size 4: Great for babies who weigh between 9 - 14 kgs.

Size 5: Best suited for babies weighing 12-18 kgs.

Size 6: For the bigger babies who weigh 16 kgs and above.

It's essential to understand your baby's growth patterns, so be ready to switch sizes as needed for the best comfort and protection.

The Diapering Stages: Newborn to Toddler

BabyCozy offers diapers designed specifically for each stage of your baby's growth and development. Let's look at the diapering needs for each stage to ensure you're choosing the right one for your little one.

Newborn Stage (0-1 month)

During this stage, your baby's skin is most sensitive. BabyCozy's Diapers Size1 accommodates the umbilical cord, and the super-soft materials provide extra care to your baby's delicate bottom. In the newborn stage, babies typically need to be changed more frequently due to their tiny bladders and immature digestion system.

Size 2 Diapers (2-4 months)

As your baby starts to grow, so do their diaper needs. Size 2 diapers provide a more customized fit on the hips and waist area, ensuring better absorption and preventing leakage. They are created with advanced absorption technology to help your baby stay dry for more extended periods, especially during the night.

Size 3 Diapers (4-9 months)

Now, your baby is getting more active every day! With this increased activity comes the need for added absorption and a more secure fit. Size 3 diapers provide further legroom for your baby's growing thighs, freeing them to explore their surroundings with happiness.

Size 4 Diapers (9-18 months)

As your baby reaches their first birthday, they're becoming more energetic and independent! It’s time for a diaper with improved flexibility and an even stronger grip. Size 4 diapers come with a more flexible waistband, accommodating your baby's growth spurts.

Size 5 Diapers (18-36 months)

Once your baby turns into a toddler, potty training is on every parent's mind. However, your baby is still transitioning and will require diapers for some time. Size 5 diapers offer more significant leg openings, adjustable waistbands, and stronger absorption to ensure your toddler has a comfortable experience while they're mastering the art of potty training.

Size 6 Diapers (36 months and older)

For those bigger babies, BabyCozy offers Size 6 diapers designed for added comfort and protection to accommodate their needs. With a more extensive size range, these diapers provide better fit and absorption, ensuring your child stays dry and happy.

BabyCozy - The Best Hypoallergenic Diapers

For parents who are worried about their babies sensitive skin, BabyCozy Diapers are a safe choice to consider. They are the Best Hypoallergenic Diapers that provide an extra layer of protection against diaper rash. The materials used in BabyCozy diapers are chemical-free, natural, and safe, which ensures that your baby's bottom stays rash-free without compromising on softness and comfort!

Switching Diaper Sizes

It's important to know when it's time to move to a larger diaper size. If you notice red marks on your baby’s thighs and tummy or frequent leakages, it may be time to switch to a larger size for added comfort and better absorption. Size is crucial for preventing leaks and securing a good fit for your baby to move around comfortably.

Tips for Diapering

Always keep a stocked diaper bag with extra diapers, baby wipes, and a changing pad on hand.

Choose softer and more gentle baby wipes designed for sensitive skin to avoid irritation.

Monitor your baby's growth and development to understand the right time to change diaper sizes.

Regularly check for diaper rashes and ensure your baby's bottom stays clean and dry.

Always change your baby's diapers as soon as possible after they have soiled them to ensure comfort and hygiene.

Conclusion

Choosing the right diaper for your baby doesn’t have to be a stressful process. Take into account your baby's weight, age, and skin sensitivity. Remember, a comfortable baby is a happy baby! Making the right choice means fewer accidents, fewer surprises, and more time for the moments that really matter.

Give BabyCozy Super Soft Diapers a try to experience the difference. Your baby's happiness and comfort is our ultimate goal!

[ssaalexblake]

I went into the co-op today to buy a couple of things I'd forgotten, and the only thing in the whole store that was security protected in those plastic boxes that need the special till keys to release was the baby formula, and ain't that the most mundanely inhuman thing you've seen for a while.

[cozycove-sg]

Best Diapers for Newborns & Infants in Singapore – Cozycove

Pee Lock Technology

Cozycove's Pee Lock Technology FIRMLY retains up to 750ML of liquid even under high pressure. That's about 50 times an infant's pee output. We mean it when we say ZERO LEAK diapers, the ultimate solution for parents seeking the best diaper for infants.

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Super Absorbent

Top Grade Japanese SAP (Super Absorbency Polymers) ensures FAST absorbency to catch any naughty liquids or sneaky explosions. Fast and the most absorbent diapers.

Great for Sensitive Skin

Willow Leaf Hydrophobic Perforated Sheets ensures high airflow breathability while Medical Weak Acid counteracts and maintains a comfortable pH level to prevent rashes and sensitive outbreaks. The perfect diaper for sensitive skin.

>12hr Leak Protection

Cozycove diapers is the new parenting life hack to a worry-free and fuss-free lifestyle, helping you to achieve more than 8 hours of sleep for both you and your baby. Our diapers aren't magical but given how good it is, it very well might just be. The go-to choice for newborn diapers in Singapore.

Looks Super Cute!

Say no more, your little ones are in their diapers almost all the time! Wouldn't hurt to look ultra cute while wearing them, the little Kumos will be with them every step they take. Choose the adorable and reliable Kumos for the best diapers Singapore.

[askzoosmellpooplord]

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you're the worst friend ever.

aghh! you're going through a lot of unnecessary trouble trying to get me to start this stupid blog with you!

i mean, come on. everyone knows tumblr is for girls and people who got dropped by their psychiatrists and have no where else to complain.

you're exposing me to nutheads, dave.

and i know that's your forte but, i have this thing...you may be unfamiliar with it,

it's called having a life.

i don't have time to fit responding to internet weirdos into my schedule like you.

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im sure you have a lot on your plate

what are you too busy sucking your thumb and shitting your diaper

what responsibilities could you possibly have all you do is sit in your room and watch crappy decade old movies all day

while your dad serves you a b list celebrity weddings worth of cake firsthand like a mother to her newborn son

your dad might as well have wished you were a girl with all that pampering you receive i bet you feel like a real princess

but hey man im not here to speak for him

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are you still recording?

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[vrystalius]

Can I send you an ask? What is Sanemi's daily life like with his family? What does Sanemi do to financially support (the squad was disbanded after Muzan's defeat) his wife and newborn children? They are triplets. I love your creativity and your kindness 💚

❕Sanemi’s daily life after the final battle

Note: I couldn’t decide on what exactly he would do, so I laid out a couple ideas out. Tomorrow I’ll be focusing more on writing more of my own ideas, so I might not do any asks of requests tomorrow, but I’m still happy to talk to you all!

(Spoilers for the Infinity Castle Arc)

The work life

Fighting instructor/Teacher

— Sanemi still has a lot of fight in him, and he can’t just sit home all day with you. The Ubuyashiki family still sends him and your payment for his service, but Sanemi still wants to do something in his free time. Besides, he could get some pocket money for you four. Maybe Sanemi could build a treehouse with that money? When his babies grow up, they could play all day in there!

— He enjoys working with young people and teaching them how to fight, both with fists and a katana. It reminds him of the time in the corps, although not always pleasant, it was still nostalgic.

— Sanemi found more patience inside him for his students, given that there is no looming threat that could take their life, the life of their partners and kids in the middle of the night anymore. Muzan is dead, and Sanemi uses that fact to remind himself to stay patient and calm.

— It doesn’t bring much money, Sanemi sometimes even doing it for free and just the fun of it. He just wants to feel helpful and teach some young men and women the basics of fighting and defending oneself.

Working on a farm

— Perhaps after having a mostly violent and stressful life, Sanemi would like to have some peace after the final war against Muzan. It would be therapeutic for him to loosen the earth, throw some seeds around and water the soil, and then watch it grow. He treats the plants very carefully and made sure none of them died or dried out.

— Once the triplets were old enough, he would start teaching them about plants too. Sanemi would talk about how to grow them, what they can do or what you can cook with them. After harvesting, he and the kids would cook the whole evening, letting you just sit back and watch.

— Sanemi would pride himself of the fact that he can provide food for his family through his farm/garden.

Opening a small shop

— Sanemi would maybe open up a small shop, mainly selling sweets and snacks.

— He would prepare all the sweets himself: dango, ohagi, mochi and more. Sanemi looks scary, yes, but once the locals gave him a chance, Sanemi got accepted into the community as their local former-samurai-shop-owner.

— The kids loved buying sweets in his shop and ask for some stories about demons. Are they really real anyway?

— Sanemi would of course leave out all the gruesome details and just tell them stories about heroics and victories, romanticising his experiences. They would eat it up every time, the stories and the sweet.

The daily life

— Sanemi wakes up everyday thanking the gods for gifting him a family like this. Then, he would either roll over and cuddle you, or just pull you closer to himself when he’s already holding you. The mornings with him are cuddly and affectionate, since Sanemi is still sleepy and the most vulnerable. You two would talk about the tasks ahead and what to do with the kids today.

— You just recently gave birth to three beautiful baby boys, and the pregnancy still affected you. You couldn’t leave the bed yet, so Sanemi made sure to pamper you plenty.

— After receiving his energising kisses and pampering you with cuddles, Sanemi would crawl out of bed and check up on the babies. Simply watching them sleep made him feel peace and serenity inside. After changing some diapers and some rocking, he would bring the babies to you for feeding and bonding. While you were busy, Sanemi would go make some breakfast.

— Most of Sanemi’s day consists of running errands, shopping, and taking care of your and the boy’s needs. He enjoyed it though. A peaceful life is something he appreciates, although he can’t help it but sometimes miss the feeling of slaying and beheading demons.

— In the evenings, Sanemi would light some candles on Genya’s shrine, and he would pray to his little brother and the rest of his family, thanking them for watching over him and his own little family. He sets out some bowls of snacks onto the shrine like watermelon, still remembering how Genya used to love them.

— Sanemi would leave the door between your bedroom and the nursery wide open, finding peace in knowing that in case something happens, he’s right here.

— He would hold you close, whispering thank-you’s and I-love-you’s into your ear, wanting to make sure that you feel loved and appreciated by him.

“I love you so, so much. Thank you for giving me all this..”

💠

Thank you for reading! Man, I never could’ve imagined how much writing would tire me out… But it always makes me extremely happy to see all your reblogs and likes! I especially love the ones that are just literally drooling over the mentioned character(s). It makes me so happy every time. Thank you all for your support, I’m looking forward to write more for you!

But anyways, make sure to EAT, SLEEP and DRINK enough!

Take care of yourselves <3

My masterlist for the hashira.

My masterlist for the demons.

[gortash-did-nothing-wrong]

Random Enver Musings 1

Warnings: pregnancy, mentioned childbirth, Enver being insatiable for his wife, discussion of nude portraits.

Enver never thought he'd like being a father. Sure, he was determined to be good at it, he had multiple spreadsheets detailing how he'd raise his children, how their future tutors would be, doctors, everything. But he never thought he'd actually love just... Being around his children.

When his first child was born, he sat next to his wife's bed and held his daughter for hours, just staring at her. Wondering how he possibly made something so perfect on the first try. He had let her tiny fist grip his finger, and whispered to her, "You are my greatest creation."

Enver was nearly inseparable from his children. During their newborn stages he almost spent more time with them than his wife did. Something he was quite proud of. After all, she needed to relax and rest. She'd done the hard part, and now he could handle the dirty diapers and humming them to sleep. He was never much of a singer, but even he could hum enough to soothe a baby. His wife enjoyed endless massages, baths, and beauty treatments for days after birth. He would hold his baby while he worked at his desk, reading aloud to them and any other children under two he had. They didn't understand his contracts, treaties, and tax proposals, but they liked his voice. And of course after a few hours of being pampered his wife would join him in his study which was quickly becoming a nursery with a desk and liquor cabinet.

His wife always smelled freshly of vanilla and lavender when she was done with her spa treatments, and he had a rather stunning ideal of her as some fertility goddess whenever she was freshly post birth. He mentioned it to her once, and she laughed at him as she took their newborn from his arms. "You're the fertile one, and the one obsessed with breeding!"

Enver smirked, picking up his eighteen month old baby who was yanking on his leg. "Perhaps. A goddess of beauty, then. I'll have another painting commissioned. Perhaps a nude? I'll have the artist pose you so deliciously-"

"Enver. Then children."

Enver chuckled, "They do not understand, but very well."

[infantilebliss]

Im an adult baby girl but could never use a diaper because of the humiliation and spanking wouldnt work on me so would you be willing in theory if you had a baby girl like me to lock me in a straight jacket, diapered, with a few suppositories in my bum and bounce me on your knee while I am forced to mess in my diapers?

Hi~ I am generally not someone that is into the humiliation bits and so forth of ABDL; generally speaking, I enjoy the more relaxing, soft aspects of it. As for if I would be willing to swaddle someone up, giving them cuddles and bounces, and help them get use to their pampers?~ Absolutely! It is always important to give as much love and support to your little one to ensure that it is ok for them to be vulnerable and small, that they won't be seen as lesser nor with any kind of negative feelings for them to act the infant and newborn~ Adult babies are just meant to be taken cared of, of course, and needs lots of love and support to get through the hurdles that they have built up trying to act the 'adult' to be the little bundle of joy that they crave to be~

Of course, not sure about the suppository thing~ There are ways to help little ones get use to their diapers such as a proper little diet of proper baba and mushy meals to help the little one get use to being an adorable little pamper packer~ XD

[nhadiyati]

Catatan Post Partum

Dulu dengan polosnya aku mengira setelah hamil dan melahirkan hidupku tidak banyak berubah selain bertambah kehadiran makhluk kecil yang sebelumnya damai didalam perut menggodaku melalui tendangan-tendangan kecil.

Ternyata setelah dijalani, begitu hamil dan melahirkan, itu adalah masa kamu berpamitan dengan kehidupan lama dan muda.

Tubuh tidak akan kembali ramping seperti dahulu, butuh usaha untuk menghilangkan semua berat yang berhasil dinaikkan pada masa kehamilan dimana sikecil bobotnya bisa jadi 2-3kg untuk normal sedangkan kenaikkan berat bisa mencapai 10kgan. bahkan beberapa ibu pasca melahirkan mengalami diastasis recti dimana kondisi ketika otot perut sebelah kiri dan kanan terpisah sehingga menyebabkan perut menonjol atau membuncit beberapa bulan atau tahun setelah melahirkan.

Perubahan hormon juga berpengaruh kepada bagian kepala. Rambut menjadi bermasalah, rontok dan juga berketombe, hal ini diperburuk dengan jam mandi menjadi singkat karena phantom cry baby yakni mendengar bayi menangis padahal sebenarnya tidak menangis, padahal butuh waktu untuk membersihkan residu-residu shampoo dari kulit kepala. Akhirnya selamat tinggal rambut panjang yang menjuntai dengan indah dan bisa dimainkan sesekali.

Jam tidur akan berkurang. Tidur lelap dan bangun siang saat liburan hanya mitos. Terutama masa newborn, tangis si kecil akan membangunkan setidaknya dua jam sekali atau memang harus bangun untuk memberikan ia susu sebagai asupan gizi untuknya bertahan hidup. Untuk tetap bertahan hidup dan mencukupi jam istirahat maka saat si kecil tidur manfaatkan untuk istirahat

Entah kenapa menjadi sosok lebih emosional dan juga pelupa disaat yang bersamaan. Katanya ibu pasca melahirkan mengalami mom brain. Terdapat penelitian bahwa otak ibu selama kehamilan mengecil dan kembali setidaknya 6 bulan setelah melahirkan. Sebuah penelitian di Nature Neuroscience menemukan terjadi perubahan di materi abu-abu otak yang memungkinkan kontrol gerakan, ingatan, dan emosi.

Dikira tidak perlu lagi minum suplemen dan susu yang rutin diminum pada saat kehamilan. Tapi ternyata badan justru tetap cepat lelah, bahkan untuk menjaga kesinambungan supply Asi beberapa ibu membutuhkan suplement tambahan baik yang berbentuk susu maupun obat-obatan.

Selamat tinggal pouch, clutch, dkk yang berganti dengan cooler bag dan diaper bag. Karena kemana pergi ada kebutuhan si kecil yang harus dibawa. Meski tidak bersama saat masuk kantor/kerja tapi ada Asi yang perlu disimpan dalam cooler bag setelah pumping. Pergi jalan-jalan ada pampers, baju ganti, makanan dll yang perlu dibawa dalam diaper bag.

Pergi keluar/jalan-jalan pun menjadi penuh pertimbangan, tempatnya ramai kah, adem kah untuk anak, ada baby chair kah saat anak mulai masa mpasi, bebas rokok atau tidak. Jam untu berangkat pun dipertimbangkan apa termasuk jam makan atau jam tidur si kecil atau berujung cranky dalam prosesnya.

Saat di restaurant/tempat makan, tidak lagi bisa menyeruput dengan pelan. Bersegera memenuhi isi perut untuk bergantian menjaga si Kecil. Masuk masa MPASI dan seterusnya mulai memikirkan menu yang bisa dimakan bersama, menyuapi anak menjadi prioritas utama meski perut sendiri juga terasa lapar (dalam prosesnya menghindari hal ini hhe ibu harus kenyang untuk tetap waras nyuapin anak)

Mungkin banyak perubahan lain yang tanpa sadar ku alami, terlupakan untuk dibagikan. Tapi aku yakin, tiap ibu punya ceritanya masing-masing

Menyesal? tentu tidak. akan aku ulang lagi tak terhingga hitungannya untuk menemui sosok Dea. Si kecil yang dengan tidak adilnya semua proses tumbuh kembang terutama senyumnya menjadikan aku (juga papanya) menjadi sosok yang paling bahagia. Mengulang kembali untuk adiknya dea ? masih menjadi pemikiran karena saat ini aku sedang menikmati masa bersama si kecil tunggalku

Aku (mencoba) percaya apa yang dialami adalah bagian normal dari peran sebagai ibu. Allah dengan semua rencana menjadikan jiwa dan raga dalam perubahan yang positif selama kehamilan, masa nifas, dan selanjutnya sehingga ibu paham apa yang dilakukannya dan beradaptasi dengan peran baru serta membekali diri untuk menjadi ibu yang lebih baik

[cherry-belly]

It will be so cute dressing up little cherry blossom in hundreds of the sissiest, frilliest, colourful clothing imaginable... but sometimes dada likes the idea of dressing little cherry berry in just thick pampers with dada's shirt on her~ Making her feel extra small as she wears her dada's big shirt that partially covers her thick diapers, leading to little blossom to feel like her dada is covering her little baby belly and boobies as the sweet baby girl suckles her binky and rests her little body on top of Blissy's chest~ I'm sure that little blossom would use his shirt as a little drool bib since the silly adult newborn would just soak everything she can, but I'm sure that she wouldn't think of such things as she feels her long hair being stroked and listening to her dada's heartbeat, feeling herself rise and fall from his breathing as the silly baby feels herself being constantly petted with his other hand, the sweet fruity little princess getting to feel nice and comfortable as she gurgles and coos in the cuddle times~ Such a silly infant just wants to feel comfortable and have someone be willing to take care of the little cutie as she lets herself fall further and further down into her own little bliss~

[babycozy]

Discuss the different Sizes of Diapers

Choosing the perfect size for baby diapers is no easy task. It can be tricky to judge a size that is comfortable for your baby and also ensures maximum absorbency. Depending on the age and size of your baby, you need to select the right size of the diaper.

For babies under 3 months, size 1 diapers should be used. They have a snug fit and are meant to fit babies up to 10 lbs. Diapers Size2 are best suited for babies 3-6 months old and weigh from 8-14 lbs. Size 3 diapers are designed for babies from 16-28 lbs. and are ideal for babies between 6-9 months of age. Size 4 diapers are perfect for babies between 22-37 lbs. and between 9-14 months old. Size 5 diapers are recommended for babies that weigh 27-35 lbs. and are between 12-18 months old. Lastly, size 6 diapers are best for babies that weigh over 35 lbs.

It’s best to always check the size of the diaper bag when purchasing diapers to ensure that you always get the right size for your baby. With the right baby diaper, your baby will not only be comfortable but also safe and secure.

[johnhardinsawyer]

Skin to Skin

John Sawyer

Bedford Presbyterian Church

12 / 24 / 22 – Christmas Eve

Luke 2:1-14

John 1:1-14

“Skin to Skin”

(The Mystery of the Incarnation)

So . . . how is everyone doing?  Everyone feeling good, this evening?  Is everything checked off your “to-do” list?  All of your presents wrapped and food prepared?  Are you feeling good about life – everything good when it comes to your health, and your finances, and your family?  How about the state of the world, this evening?  Are you feeling like we’re basically on the right track – headed toward success as the human race?  

Now, there might be some of you who wholeheartedly would answer “Yes!” to all of the above.  “Life is great!  Never been better!”  But I imagine that even though Christmas Eve is supposed to be a time when “all is calm, all is bright,” under the surface, some of us are barely keeping it together, tonight.  And if we were asked, “So, how’s it going?”  We would put on a fake grin and say, “Oh, things are great!” even if they are not great.

It can be so hard to be vulnerable – so much so, that we will do just about anything to shield ourselves from having to be vulnerable.  We try to act tough – no sign of softness, no chinks in the armor – because we don’t want to appear weak or helpless in the slightest.  It wasn’t always this way, though.  We didn’t come out of the womb rough and tough and loaded for bear.  

Some of you know that our family welcomed a new baby boy into lives four weeks ago.  A month ago, tomorrow – when our baby boy arrived after 39 hours of labor by his heroic mother – the nurses took him, dried him off, and placed him skin-to-skin on her chest.  He had been crying, but he stopped, instantly – as soon as he felt her touch.  And then, later, he was skin-to-skin on me, his little clipped umbilical cord scratching me right here.  He had been crying when I sat down with him, but he stopped – almost like magic – as soon as he felt my touch . . . so vulnerable, so close, so quiet – my son and I could hear each other breathe . . . almost feel each other’s heartbeats.  

It might surprise some of you to hear me say this, but I don’t take my shirt off for just anybody.  People who really know me, know that I don’t even like showing off too much neck – I need my t-shirts and shirt collars to fit closely.  I almost never reveal my décolletage.  It’s just not the way I roll.  It makes me feel physically vulnerable, and I don’t like that.

But a quick internet search reveals that everyone, from the Cleveland Clinic and Stanford University Medical Center and the National Institutes of Health to babygooroo.com and the Pampers diaper company extol the many virtues of taking a newborn baby and placing it directly on its parent – chest to chest, skin to skin – within moments of birth.  This closeness – this gentle and innocent intimacy – is the first thing that helps to establish a new relationship between child and parent.  

According to one study from the National Institutes of Health,  

When the newborn is placed skin-to-skin with the mother, this heightened response stimulates behaviors that help to meet the newborn’s basic biological needs, activates neuroprotective mechanisms, enables early neurobehavior self-regulation . . . [They cry less,] have enhanced cardio-respiratory stability, more stable blood glucose levels, and enhanced thermal regulation.[1]

Skin-to-skin also releases oxytocin and endorphins, which reduce stress (in both child and parent) and helps with the transition to postnatal life.  This kind of close touch enables babies to feel and smell their parents in their first moments outside the womb – and leads to happier and healthy babies and parents who are more receptive to their baby’s needs.  So even though I don’t like being vulnerable – having my shirt off in a place as foreign as a hospital room – I leapt at the chance to be vulnerable for my son.  

As we read a few minutes ago, “While they were there [in Bethlehem], the time came for her to deliver her child.  And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in bands of cloth, and laid him in a manger. . .” (Luke 2:6-7)

Now, I’m pretty sure that Mary and Joseph never read a report from the National Institutes of Health on the benefits of skin-to-skin.  And babygooroo.com did not exist back in those days.  But Jesus wasn’t the first baby to ever be born and he sure wasn’t the last.  Human beings have been bringing babies into the world for tens of thousands of years.  

Scripture doesn’t tell us what took place in the moments between the birth and the swaddling cloths.  But having recently been present at the miraculous birth of a child, I cannot help but imagine the final push, and the first breath, and the first cry, and an exhausted new mother with a naked and new baby on her breast – smelling her, feeling the warmth of her body, hearing the rhythm of her breath, feeling the beat of her heart.

The Christmas story is not an antiseptic story.  Being born is a messy process.  When God sent Jesus into the world, it happened in the most holy – and yet, most human – way, with all of the strain, and sweat, and blood, and exhaustion of bringing a new human life into the world. And in doing so, God came to know the wonder, and beauty, and fragility of life from the very beginning – the thrill and thanksgiving of being born, and loved, and protected, by some of the very fragile and fallible human beings that God came to save.  It’s not that God didn’t know about these things, beforehand – having breathed life into creation from the very beginning – but in the incarnation, when God put on flesh and bone to dwell with us, God put on vulnerability.

There are those who would put their faith in a triumphant and powerful God and not allow for any signs of weakness at all.  But this is not the God that we come to know in Jesus Christ, whose power is made perfect in weakness – skin to skin, body and blood, heart, and mind, and soul.  We believe in a loving God – whose love is ultimately powerful and triumphant – but the essential quality of real love . . . of God’s love . . . is vulnerability, not power.  We believe in the God who has come into the world – the Word that became flesh, full of grace and truth.[2]  The eternal Word of God, from the very beginning, who spoke our fragile and vulnerable bodies into being.[3]  And, in a baby – born in a manger – God comes to abide with us, skin-to-skin . . . heartbeat to Holy heartbeat.  

God leaps at the chance to be vulnerable for us – offering us an example for how we can be vulnerable for one another.  Because life can be filled with moments in which all is calm and all is bright, but the rest of the time, we are often just struggling to keep it together.  If the past three years have taught us nothing at all, they have taught us that the world is a hard and imperfect place, and our bodies are not always immune to what the world might throw at us, and our hearts and minds are not always impervious to the stresses and strains of living here.  How could we possibly keep it all together?  No matter how well we might try to hide it, at the heart of who we are, there is brokenness and fear and grief.  And in trying to hide these things, we don’t let them out into the open, but they do come out in other ways – through violence, and mistrust, and anger, and depression, and anxiety.  

If only there was a way to bind up our broken hearts, to calm our frazzled minds, to mend our troubled spirits.  If only there was a way to feel the calming and loving touch of a loving God.  

The good news of the incarnation is that we have a vulnerable God who sees and knows us in all of our own vulnerability – all of our weakness, all our fragility.  The good news is that, in putting on flesh and blood, body and spirit – in dwelling with us – Jesus reminds us that we are not alone.  God is with us.  And in the struggles of our friends, and our family, and our neighbors, and complete strangers – it is good for them to know that they are not alone, either.  That they are loved by a vulnerable God and by God’s vulnerable people – by you and by me.

This is, in the end, one of the wonderful and Holy mysteries of the incarnation – how the loving presence of God in our lives becomes the loving presence of God in the world . . . God at work in us and through us, by the power of the Holy Spirit.  Skin-to-skin.  Human being to human being.  Loving heart to loving heart.  May our hearts and minds be vulnerable – open to the work of the Holy on us and in us and through us – this night, and always.

Let us pray. . .

Oh, holy child of Bethlehem, descend to us we pray;

Cast out our sin and enter in; be born in us today.

We hear the Christmas angels the great glad tidings tell;

O come to us; abide with us, our Lord Emmanuel![4]

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.  Amen.  

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[1] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4235060/.

[2] See John 1:14.

[3] See John 1:2-3.

[4] Phillips Brooks, 1868.  “O Little Town of Bethlehem” - # 121 in Glory to God: The Presbyterian Hymnal (Louisville: Westminster John Knox Press, 2013) v. 4.

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