Question

How to remove breastfeeding jaundice in newborns?

Answer

Breastfeeding jaundice can last for 1-2 months longer than normal physiological jaundice, but it can be differentiated from hepatitis through laboratory tests. Jaundice will fade immediately after breastfeeding is stopped, but breast milk is the ideal nutritional source for infants. To provide the necessary nutrition for the baby, a method of feeding with small amounts of breast milk is adopted, and serum bilirubin levels are monitored frequently. Once there is a significant increase, breastfeeding should be stopped immediately. As the baby grows older, jaundice will gradually fade and have little impact on the baby. It is recommended to give the baby more water and expose them to more sunlight to help reduce jaundice.