Patient's question:
My baby has been born for 5 days. I'm a little worried because the baby looks a bit yellow. The doctor said it's nothing to worry about. Most babies have after birth, and he suggested letting the baby get more sunlight. I want to ask where is the best place to expose the baby to sunlight for?Doctor's answer:
Let babies have more contact with natural light sources and try not to make the room too dark. You can let the baby be closer to the window next to the natural light. Natural light has all wavelengths, and exposure to natural light helps in the excretion of bilirubin. When the outdoor sunlight is not too strong, such as around 10 a.m., you can take the baby into the sunlight and try to expose as much of the skin as possible. But be careful not to dry the eyes, keep warm, and avoid catching a cold.