• It is common for premature babies to be unable to maintain regular body temperature for a few days or weeks after they are born
• In this time, it is important to pay close care and attention to assisting the baby in controlling their temperature
  • For example, adding and removing blankets, closely monitoring their temperature, and using heat sources such as incubators and overhead warmers

Reference:

AbbVie Corporation (Ed.). (2015). Preemie Parent Handbook (4th ed.). Canada: AbbVie Corportation.

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