#asktheexpert my baby girl is 6 days old and detected with jaundice...so doc advised for phototherapy...she's admitted in hospital...How many days it takes to recover if her bilirubin level was 17? Does mother need to take any precautions while eating as m breastfeeding her?

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ExpertVandana SharmaNutritionist4 years ago

A. Hello mom not to worry phototherapy as required and if the baby comes to you ..you may try to expose the baby to morning sunlight that would e beneficial. Also take easy to digest foods and avoid spicy and oily foods

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