Seek same-day paediatric review - do not wait and watch. Jaundice at home needs a bilirubin measurement checked against the baby's age in hours. Feed frequently to encourage bilirubin clearance through bowel movements, and bring the baby in immediately if they become very sleepy or difficult to wake.
Written by Dr. Rajendra Pathak, MBBS, MD (Pediatrics), Senior Consultant Paediatrician and Founder-Director, Vatsalya Children's Hospital, Mahavir Road, Orderly Bazar, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221002. 40+ years, 10,000+ patients. Phone: +91 9838585111.
