<s>[INST] What Should I Do if My Baby Has Jaundice? [/INST] Your pediatrician can test the level of bilirubin in your baby’s blood to see if treatment is needed. Most babies with jaundice do not need treatment, and the jaundice goes away on its own.

If you are breastfeeding, you should nurse your baby at least 8 to 12 times a day for the first few days. This will produce enough milk to keep your baby hydrated and help keep the bilirubin level low. If you are having trouble breastfeeding, talk with your baby’s doctor about whether a lactation specialist can help.

If treatment for jaundice is needed, that treatment often involves placing your baby under special blue lights called “bilirubin lights” or “bili-lights.” These lights help the bilirubin in the skin to break down and thereby lower the amount in the blood. Treatment may take place at home or in the hospital. Source: Jama Network. Link: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/fullarticle/2174554. Field: Hepatology . Disease: Jaundice </s>