billiruben blanket..

lucyloo288

My son has to be in a billiruben blanket for a few days.. its really hard for me to breast feed him while he's in it because my daughter gets right under me every time I sit down to feed him (I don't have anyone to occupy her while I feed him, and she's not interested in anything but me and baby when I'm feeding), and between her, trying to get a good latch and the bulkiness of the blanket, its really hard for me to feed him while he's in it.. will it affect him getting better if I take him out to feed him?

mommimisha

What's a bilirubin blanket??

lucyloo288

@mommimisha its a light therapy wrap for treating jaundice.. it provides uv light directly to the babies skin.

Mijita

I honestly do not think removing it for short periods will affect him. I think if he's wrapped most the time, he should be fine. For peace of mind, do it until you can speak to his Dr. or nurse to verify.

LuvnMyBbyGirl

It shouldn't be bad it off for a little while

littlenat86

The more baby feeds, the faster the jaundice will go so I am sure it is fine to take it off to breastfeed x

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ashley_smashley

Yeah I took Ollie out of his for feelings. It wasn't a problem! Plus like others said the breast milk is awesome for jaundice!

Bahamamama4828

Nurse by the window for sunlight when blankets off

lucyloo288

Thanks, ya'll!

@Bahamamama4828 that's a good idea!! Thanks!