Increases in pre-weaning mortality can cause a large lose of opportunity, and it is important all employees have a united goal of reducing pre-weaning mortality. Sow management before and after farrowing will keep sows at the optimum body condition score, which will result in better litters. At farrowing, drying piglets off and providing sufficient heat sources is essential. Fostering can even out competition, make use of functional teats, and prevent starve-outs. A minimum weight for piglets should be set, as it is pointless to spend time on a piglet which will not be viable once moved to the nursery. Sows care is important as they provide the majority of the piglet care, and keeping her happy and healthy will result in fewer pre-weaning mortalities. Finally, record keeping is needed to track progress and make changes where necessary.