What should I do if a newborn's hands and feet are cold?

For a newborn with cold hands and feet, the following measures can be taken: regulating environmental temperature, enhancing warmth preservation, performing infant massage or passive exercises, foot massage, observing the baby's condition, and seeking timely medical attention if necessary.

1. Regulate environmental temperature: Ensure the baby is in an appropriately warm environment. Indoor temperature can be adjusted using air conditioners, heaters, or other heating devices. A room temperature of around 20°C is generally recommended.

2. Enhance warmth preservation: Check whether the baby's clothing provides sufficient warmth, and choose breathable yet warm clothing specifically designed for newborns. Adjust the baby's clothing according to the ambient temperature, particularly ensuring adequate warmth for the legs and feet.

3. Perform infant massage or passive exercises: In a quiet and comfortable environment, parents or caregivers can gently touch and massage the baby's body or softly move the baby's arms and legs to promote blood circulation and help the baby relax.

4. Foot massage: Gently press the baby's toes and soles with warm fingers, several times daily for a few minutes each time.

5. Monitor the baby's condition and seek timely medical care: If the baby's hands and feet remain cold for prolonged periods and are accompanied by additional symptoms such as changes in skin color, difficulty breathing, or signs of distress, prompt medical attention should be sought for examination and diagnosis.

These measures can help improve the condition of cold hands and feet in infants and promote healthy growth and development.