Indian Academy of Pediatrics Position Paper on Nurturing Care for Early Childhood Development.

Early childhood development (ECD) refers to the physical, motor, socio-emotional, cognitive, and linguistic development of a young child. The 'Countdown to 2030' global distribution of 'children at risk of poor development' indicates the need for urgent action and investment in ECD. Nurturing care enhances ECD, even in the presence of adversities.

Temperature monitoring in newborns using thermospot.

Objective: Hypothermia is a common problem in newborns. This is more so in community environment especially in low-birth weight and preterm babies.

Methods: A simple liquid crystal temperature monitoring device was used in 20 infants on a continuous basis to monitor for hypothermia.