SWEATING

Another sign seen in about 50% of infants going through Neonatal Abstinence is sweating outside of sleep. Excessive sweating results in damp clothing. It can result in sweaty palms, feet, armpits and face.

NOTE: The Following Videos found in this kit under the Parenting Tips from Specialists will provide more information and/or demonstration that might be useful for some of the interventions recommended here.

NAS: Early Interventions


STRATEGIES BY DISCIPLINE

NEURODEVELOPMENT

  • Determine root cause by consultation with your baby’s doctor.

  • Reduce stimulation (lower lights and keep background noise to a minimum) and keep the baby calm and comfortable.

  • Monitor to make sure the baby is not overheated.

MEDICAL

  • Determine the root cause of the sweating with the help of your baby’s doctor.

NURSING

  • Provide good skin hygiene with frequent clothing changes and take caution not to overdress the baby.

  • Make sure the infant does not overheat (blankets or swaddles should have moisture wicking).

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

  • Keep the baby in light clothing or just a diaper when swaddled. Make sure materials have moisture wicking.

SPEECH PATHOLOGY

  • Make sure the infant is not overdressed and comfortable, especially during the feeding as this can make it harder for the baby to eat and digest.

  • Swaddle during feed without clothing underneath swaddle if infant is easily dysregulated and sweats.