Many infants on CPAP will be considered stable enough to receive Kangaroo care. In general the following guideline should be adhered to:

• If the infant requires CPAP and still has an oxygen requirement, they are to remain on CPAP when having Kangaroo care.
• Infants on CPAP and receiving air (21% oxygen) may be trialled off CPAP for Kangaroo care.
  • Note: some ELBW infants without an oxygen requirement may not be able to cope off CPAP
• All infants should receive appropriate monitoring during Kangaroo care, regardless of whether they remain on or off CPAP.