Research on bonding at birth suggests that __________

a) mothers are hesitant to massage newborn babies
b) there is little support for a critical period for bonding at birth
c) newborn babies are unable to perceive gentle touches at birth
d) mother-child physical contact immediately after birth is critical


Answer: b

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