Question
How to handle repeated jaundice testing in full-moon babies?
Answer
When a baby reaches one month old and tests for jaundice, the level tends to decrease after stopping breastfeeding but rises again when breastfeeding is resumed. Currently, the jaundice level is 11.3. If the baby is breastfeeding normally, has normal bowel movements, and shows no other abnormalities, the current jaundice can be managed by observation alone. Use a dark cloth to cover the baby’s eyes when exposed to sunlight. Aim for about 20 minutes in the morning and afternoon, but avoid excessive exposure. After taking medication, go to the hospital in 3-5 days to check if the jaundice level has decreased. If the jaundice persists or continues to rise, hospital-based blue light therapy should be considered.