Pediatr Neonatol
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Nesting positions are commonly used in procedural analgesic administration in premature neonates. The effectiveness of nesting positions is questioned. The aim of the this study was to assess the pain, stress, comfort and salivary cortisol and melatonin values in nesting positions during the heel lance procedure in premature infants at the NICU. ⋯ Nesting in the prone position has a pain reducing effect, enhancing comfort and reducing stress in premature infants.