• Raffaella Fantin, Bernd Wallner, Philipp Lichtenberger, Gabriel Putzer, Vera Neubauer, and Elke Griesmaier.
• Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, Innsbruck Medical University Hospital, Medical University of Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria.
• Curr Opin Anaesthesiol. 2025 Feb 13.

Purpose Of ReviewThis review provides an updated overview of neonatal resuscitation practices relevant to obstetric anesthesiologists, with a focus on term and late preterm neonates (>34 weeks' gestation). Key topics include umbilical cord management, temperature regulation, airway strategies, and pharmacological interventions, emphasizing evidence-based approaches.Recent FindingsDelayed cord clamping enhances neonatal outcomes, including improved blood volume and oxygenation. Positive pressure ventilation remains the cornerstone of neonatal resuscitation, with early initiation reducing mortality. Supraglottic airways are emerging as effective alternatives to face masks. Advances in epinephrine administration and dosing show promise, though evidence gaps persist. Simulation-based training, telemedicine, and artificial intelligence are advancing skill retention and resuscitation support.SummaryRecent advancements in neonatal resuscitation focus on precision in ventilation, thermoregulation, and airway management. Obstetric anesthesiologists play a critical role in neonatal emergencies, underscoring the need for continuous training and the integration of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence to optimize neonatal outcomes.Copyright © 2025 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc. All rights reserved.

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