Dr. Chheda – Let’s debunk a common myth about newborns and temperature! Here’s something surprising: full-term newborns maintain the same body temperature as adults. They’re naturally designed to regulate their temperature effectively due to their compact size.

While grandparents often worry about babies being cold, overheating is actually a bigger concern. When babies overheat:

They begin to sweat

Can lose precious weight

Unlike adults, they can’t move to cool themselves down

If you’re genuinely concerned about your baby being cold, there’s no need for multiple blankets. Simply:

Add a hat

Put on booties Remember:

Your newborn’s thermal regulation is more efficient than you might think. Less is more when it comes to keeping them comfortable!