Jaundice in Newborns (Hyperbilirubinemia)-Topic Overview

Jaundice in Newborns (Hyperbilirubinemia) - Topic Overview

Jaundice in Newborns (Hyperbilirubinemia) Guide

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How can you help your baby? continued...

The best thing you can do to reduce jaundice is to make sure that your baby gets enough to eat. That will help your baby's body get rid of the extra bilirubin.

• If you are breast-feeding, feed your baby about 8 to 12 times every 24 hours.
• If you are feeding your baby from a bottle, stay on your schedule (usually about 6 to 10 feedings every 24 hours).

If you aren't sure that your baby is getting enough milk, ask your doctor, a nurse, or a lactation consultant for help.