Early Weaning From Incubator To Crib

Early Weaning of Infants Less Than 1800 Grams From Incubator To Crib

The purpose of this study is to determine the safety and feasibility of weaning from the incubator at a lower post-natal weight at 1600 grams. Our hypothesis is that early weaning from the incubator to a crib/bassinet is safe and may result in a decrease in length of hospital stay while maintaining appropriate growth velocity. Specific outcomes the investigators will evaluate are the length of hospital stay and growth velocity at early weaning.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Infants with a birth weight <1600 gm

Exclusion Criteria:

• Infants who have bradycardia (HR<80 bpm) that require stimulation for resolution.
• Infants who require phototherapy.
• Infants who require respiratory support >2 liter per minute flow by nasal cannula, oxygen need can vary between 21-100%.
• Infants with major congenital anomalies