Shanell Oliver on Instagram: "New mothers are given weeks of rest while elders and family step in to cook, clean, and help with the baby. Newborns are carried on the body, held often, and comforted quickly. Affection is not seen as spoiling. It’s how trust, calm, and confidence are formed. Naming ceremonies and blessings welcome children into ancestry and community, reinforcing that a child is never raised alone. These traditions remind us that love and connection come first. Check out my YouTub