Question
My baby has been born for a week now, and I noticed the baby’s face is rather yellow. The jaundice level checked was 14.5, and I want to know if a newborn’s jaundice level of 14.5 is severe?
Answer
Newborns are best for sunbathing in the morning to alleviate jaundice and supplement calcium. The level of 14.5 is not very high. Newborn jaundice usually occurs 2-3 days after birth, with the peak around 4-5 days after birth, and it usually subsides around one week later. The baby’s fourth day is the peak period for jaundice, so it is advisable to observe. Newborns mostly sleep, which is fine. As long as the jaundice index does not exceed 15, it is generally okay. Can I let my baby get more sunlight?