Question
My baby has been born for 15 days, but I noticed that their face is a bit yellow. My husband took them to the hospital for a check-up, and the newborn’s bilirubin level is 317. I’m not sure if this is severe or not?
Answer
Most newborns have a tendency to develop jaundice naturally, and a bilirubin level of 317 is not particularly severe unless otherwise instructed by the doctor. You can give them some jaundice medicine, and jaundice can be eliminated through defecation and urination. It’s also important to ensure the baby drinks plenty of water and gets plenty of sunlight, which can be beneficial for jaundice. It’s quite normal for newborns to have jaundice, so don’t worry too much as a parent. Regular check-ups for your child are sufficient.