Treatment of Neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome, or NRDS, involves a few key approaches. Doctors use surfactant replacement therapy to fix the lack in the lungs. They provide oxygen support right away. Mechanical ventilation or CPAP machines help the baby breathe without too much struggle. Supportive care keeps things stable overall. Antenatal steroids given to mothers at risk for preterm birth play a big role. These steroids help prevent NRDS from happening. They also make management easier if it does develop.