Temperature variation is common in preterm babies as they have less body fat and immature temperature control. Keep baby warm with layering and skin-to-skin care, but avoid overclothing.
You can give sponge bath now and proper tub bath once baby is maintaining temperature well and gaining weight steadily.
If baby feeds actively for 10–15 minutes, passes urine well, and gains weight, direct breastfeeding may be enough. Continue expressed milk supplementation till pediatrician confirms adequate weight gain.
If temperature stays below 97°F, baby becomes lethargic, feeds poorly, or breathing difficulty occurs → immediate pediatric review.
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