What is infantile jaundice?
Infantile jaundice refers to jaundice that occurs in newborns within a few days after birth. This is caused by the transfer of high bilirubin from the mother to the baby, which is mainly manifested as yellowing of the baby\’s skin, eyes, mouth, etc. Generally, jaundice in infants will gradually subside naturally, but if the infant\’s jaundice is severe, attention needs to be paid to the resulting complications, such as Kernicterus.
How to quickly eliminate jaundice in infants?
1. Feed frequently. Keep the baby\’s body hydrated in a timely manner. Jaundice is a metabolic product, and its elimination requires sufficient water. Fresh milk can improve the baby\’s metabolic level and help excrete high concentrations of bilirubin in the environment. It is generally recommended that the feeding interval be 3-4 hours and eight times a day to ensure that the baby has sufficient water and nutrients;
2. Restless Massage Therapy. Gentle massage can be used to help babies promote blood circulation to speed up the elimination of bilirubin. The massage parts should be the baby\’s neck, palms, and soles. Olive oil, sesame oil, etc. can be used to keep the skin in good condition;
3. Bask in the sun. Exposing your baby to the sun can help reduce the amount of bilirubin in your baby\’s body through exposed parts of the skin. It is recommended that the sun exposure time should not exceed 30 minutes between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. or 4-6 p.m. every day, and pay attention to shade;
What foods can quickly reduce jaundice in infants?
1. Ginger water. It can promote blood circulation and strengthen the body\’s immune system. Soak ginger in water or boil it, let it cool, and drink it while it\’s still warm, two or three times a day, no more than 50 ml each time;
2. Tomatoes. Rich in vitamin C, carotene, lycopene, potassium, calcium and other nutrients, these elements help accelerate the conversion of sugar to bilirubin. Tomato juice should be gradually added to the formula after the first month of life. Feed once in the morning and evening, no more than 30ml each time;
3. Bitter Melon. It can promote the forced antihypertensive mechanism of the baby\’s liver and increase the body\’s immunity while reducing jaundice. Chop the bitter melon into small pieces, add water to boil, take an appropriate amount orally to the baby with a small spoon, and add it appropriately to the formula milk powder.
How to prevent jaundice in infants?
1. Breastfeeding. Feed in time and on time to ensure the baby has adequate nutrition and moisture;
2. Supplement vitamin D. Pregnant women should pay attention to proper intake of vitamin D to promote the production of collagen and contribute to the growth and development of the baby;
3. Improve sleep quality. Newborns generally sleep a lot, and ensuring adequate sleep can help babies eliminate excess bilirubin;
4. Monitor body temperature. Jaundice has a certain impact on the baby\’s body temperature, and a higher room temperature should be maintained to avoid hot and cold stimulation and infection.
Conclusion
Neonatal jaundice is a common disease, mainly due to the difficulty in timely excretion of jaundice in the fetus, and the gradual return of maternal bilirubin after birth and the appearance of skin jaundice. This article discusses the prevention and treatment of neonatal jaundice from five aspects: breastfeeding, massage, sunbathing, diet, and prevention. It is hoped that parents can pay attention to the growth of their babies and take corresponding preventive and treatment measures to ensure that their babiesChildren grow up healthily.
