#asktheexperts My baby had jaundice level of 2.6 when she was born. Her birth weight is 3.97kg. By 5th day the jaundice level was 14.6. my baby's weight at the time was 3.8kg. Is phototherapy necessary ?

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Sonam PrasadMom of 2 children3 years ago

A. hi dear From birth to age 6 months, a baby might grow 1/2 to 1 inch (about 1.5 to 2.5 centimeters) a month and gain 5 to 7 ounces (about 140 to 200 grams) a week. Expect your baby to double his or her birth weight by about age 5 months.

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