For most babies, jaundice does not cause any long-term problems. In very severe cases, the amount of bilirubin in a baby’s blood is so high that it can damage parts of the brain including parts that affect hearing, vision and control of movement (this is called kernicterus). With the right treatment this small risk is reduced even further.

• See your GP if your child has any of the following common symptoms or if your baby:
1. Has jaundice for more than 2 weeks in a term baby or 3 weeks in a preterm baby
2. Has skin that becomes more yellow
3. Has pale, chalky-colored poo
4. Isn't feeding well
5. Is not gaining weight, listless, or difficult to wake
• In an emergency, call Triple Zero (000) and ask for an ambulance.
• If you're unsure whether to go to an emergency department, call 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84) to speak to a registered nurse.

Our On-call Staff will make every effort to accept your drop off in our office the same day or work out an arrangement that is convenient to all.

Our daily rental fee includes the following:

• The illuminator
• Wrap-around fiber-optic panel
• Disposable cover sleeves
• A carrying case

These are typically all that would be needed to effectively use the Blanket.

Additional resources:

• Instructional manual
• Videos on our website and on a USB

Home phototherapy has been proven to be an effective treatment for jaundice; however, it may not be right for your situation. Your pediatrician would decide if this is the right treatment for you.

We do not accept any private health Insurance, as yet. For now, it privately billed only. However, in due course, our service will be covered under Medicare and most of the health funds. Check with your insurance provider to ensure that they will reimburse you for any payments made to us for your biliblanket rental if you decide to file with your insurance.