01/06/2026
At first glance, this may look unusual 👀
But for very preterm and low-birth-weight babies, preventing heat loss can be lifesaving.
Newborns—especially premature babies—lose heat rapidly after birth. A simple intervention like wrapping them in a food-grade plastic wrap immediately after delivery can help maintain body temperature and reduce the risk of hypothermia.
Sometimes the most effective medical interventions are also the simplest.