Question
My newborn has a bit of yellowish color on their body, and it’s my first child, so I’m not sure. I’ve heard that newborns are supposed to have jaundice. Is this situation normal? If the baby has jaundice, what should we do about newborn jaundice that is on the higher side?
Answer
At this point, on the seventh day, it’s still quite high. I suggest continuing treatment in the hospital as the blue light therapy is very effective. Newborn jaundice is a normal phenomenon, but if it remains persistently high, it is recommended to seek medical treatment, as blue light therapy has been shown to be beneficial. Patients should believe that they can overcome their illness. As long as treatment is initiated early, the chances of stabilizing the condition and recovery are very high.