Please somebody put my mind at rest. My ds is now 10 weeks old.He had jaundice when he was born on skin and in eyes, I noticed it but was told it was slight not to worry and if it was still there in 2 weeks go to the hospital for tests. I continued to see Doctor who told me it was OK but at 3-4 weeks when he still wasn't better..and I think even more yellow, I took him to hospital. They did blood tests and his billirubin levels were 12.9, they said it was breast milk jaundice and not to worry. At this point I saw my doctor again who said that he was a little floppy, I started to panic after reading things on the net. Ds was passing most of the day sleeping and eating(by the way, he eats really well and is now 6 and a half kilos). His Jaundice is finally going..he still has slight yellow in the eyes and a tinge to the skin but the levels are now 5.2. He is also starting to pass more time awake and this makes me feel much better. My worries are that when he was born no blood tests were done and maybe his bilirubin levels were high and have some way damaged his brain. I'm looking at him constantly for signs and not enjoying him to the full extent. I think his muscle tone is a bit better, but how do I know? He is smiling, starting to bat at objects but not reaching out yet. He still sleeps quite a lot but is increasing his awake time.I am trying to enjoy him as much as poss but sometime the worry creeps back. Anyone have a similar experience?
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