Patient's question:
My child was born through natural delivery. On the fourth day after birth, I noticed that my child's face was turning yellow, so I immediately took them to the hospital for a check-up. The doctor said it was neonatal jaundice and that they needed to be treated with blue light therapy. I felt quite guilty, as I hadn't paid special attention to my diet during pregnancy. Is neonatal jaundice related to dietary habits during pregnancy?Doctor's answer:
Does jaundice in newborns have anything to do with diet during pregnancy? Hello, newborn jaundice usually appears 2 to 3 days after birth, peaks between 4 to 6 days, and disappears by 14 days. It is generally not related to diet during pregnancy. If the jaundice is severe, phototherapy is a good treatment method. I suggest you follow your doctor's advice. I hope my reply is helpful to you. Wishing you good health.