This study is different from other
touch studies discussed in this review because the
intent was not to provide a comforting or soothing
touch but rather describe the development of the
individual preterm infant’s responsiveness to sensory
stimulation, specifically talking, touching, and a
combination of talking and touching. A female nurse
(10 different nurses provided the stimulation) delivered
the talking stimulation and spoke in a low, soft,
“soothing” voice