{"id":6404,"date":"2025-10-07T09:01:15","date_gmt":"2025-10-07T09:01:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hiims.in\/blog\/?p=6404"},"modified":"2025-10-07T09:01:15","modified_gmt":"2025-10-07T09:01:15","slug":"is-newborn-jaundice-normal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hiims.in\/blog\/is-newborn-jaundice-normal\/","title":{"rendered":"Jaundice in Newborns: Common Condition or Health Concern?"},"content":{"rendered":"

As everyone wants to become a parent. Parenting is among the most joyful or precious times of life. But it also raises concerns regarding the newborn’s lifestyle, food, and most importantly, the baby’s health. Do you know that Jaundice among newborn babies is one of the most prevalent complications observed during the first days of life? This causes the skin and eyes of the baby to appear yellowish. When most parents know about this, they tend to get scared. But the fact is that jaundice is normal in babies. In most cases, it is not harmful.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you consult a doctor, then you understand that jaundice occurs due to the underdeveloped liver of the baby. It fails to eliminate a substance called bilirubin in the blood rapidly. This causes the baby’s skin and eyes to turn yellow. It lasts 1-2 weeks and usually disappears on its own.<\/span><\/p>\n

But the biggest question of every parent: <\/span>Is newborn jaundice normal<\/b><\/a> or something to worry about? The doctor’s response here would depend on the severity of the jaundice. Its early manifestation and the duration. It is not something to worry about in mild cases. Extremely high bilirubin may have an impact on the brain and the general health of the baby. In this blog, we learn why parents should be aware of the warning signs and know when they should be concerned about <\/span>jaundice in newborns.<\/b><\/p>\n

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