Actually, you shouldn't hold it at all, or else you can get your scent on it and the mother will abandon it. However, if it has already been left or it is domesticated and you need to hold it it should be cupped in your hands.
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about 9 months
How long dose a female sea lion holds its baby
About 3 weeks untill it grows feathers. 3-6 monthes for it to fully grow and mature, but it usually does not mate untill it is at least 1 year in age.
It holds it for 4 months
Babies can typically hold their breath for about 30 seconds to 1 minute before needing to take a breath. It is important to always supervise babies around water to prevent drowning.
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It doesn't matter. just wash your hand really good before and don't hold them for too long. after you are done holding them, set them back by their mom so they know everything is ok.
You can touch them when they are firstborn but their mom must be at a food break. (Not recommended for those with no experience) However, you may hold them when they are two weeks old.
Baby girl can hold it for a while but it's NOT GOOD it can cause a bladder infection and i don't recommend it...you shouldn't push her limits.
It would be alright as long as the parakeet does not feel sick or frightened at all. If the y feel frightened then the parakeet might die.