How long does a 37-week premature baby need to stay in an incubator?

Babies born at 37 weeks are not considered premature and fall within the normal gestational range; generally, they do not require special care in an incubator. However, if there are complications, they might need to stay in the incubator for about a week. The details are as follows:

Typically, infants born between 37 and 42 weeks of gestation are within the normal range. Since babies born at 37 weeks are generally well-developed and classified as full-term, they usually do not need incubator care. However, if a full-term baby born at 37 weeks experiences conditions such as birth asphyxia or poor responsiveness, they may need to remain in the incubator for approximately one week. The exact duration can vary depending on the individual newborn's recovery progress. The decision to discontinue incubator use is typically based on stable breathing, heart rate, and maintenance of normal body temperature.

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