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You may be understandably worried if your little one has chilly hands but try not to stress too much about it. It’s not strictly true that a baby with cold hands or feet is a cold baby.

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You may be understandably worried if your little one has chilly hands but try not to stress too much about it. It’s not strictly true that a baby with cold hands or feet is a cold baby.

Little ones often have cooler hands and feet because their circulatory system and mobility are still developing. Their blood goes first to their vital organs that are still developing (like the brain, heart, and lungs) where it’s needed most.

As well as oxygen, blood carries heat all over the body. Therefore, it’s very common for newborns (especially those under the age of three months) to have chilly fingers and toes, as these are usually the body parts the blood reaches last.

Although cold hands are usually nothing to worry about, if you’re really concerned, you should always trust your parental instincts and reach out to your healthcare provider for advice.

We’re here to give you guidance on how to make sure your baby is warm, safe, and content.

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