I had c section my baby was pre term baby born on her 35 weeks 3 days. Baby born on 7 th Jan 2022 on 21 Jan 2022 when diagnosed she had bilirubin level of 24.6 point .....doctors suggested to keep in phototherapy for a day and observe the levels I am totally worried now........will this effect my baby

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this level is very high and it needs continuous monitoring further here  you can follow the advice of your doctor and your doctor will explain you in a proper way and if required after a proper  assessment .
Its always better if you follow your doctor advise with  a proper guidance for the concerning matter.

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Hi mom
Jaundice is very much common in néw born babies. So no need to worry..
Phototherapy will help to bring down the bilirubin level.. Just relax.. Jaundice will be fine within two weeks after birth. Take care

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under doctor supervision the bilirubin level reduced to 9.8.......doctor said due to false feeding the bilirubin level went high........my baby is not latching well as she is a premature baby..........any techniques to make her latch well......please suggest..........