Bowel movements, Pediatrics FAQ

Managing Infant Constipation: Tips for Parents of Post-Surgery Babies

Infant constipation Hello Doctor, I am a father of a nine-month-old girl. My daughter underwent surgery for a ventricular septal defect on the 15th of last month. Everything was normal after the surgery, but after returning home for recovery, she started having difficulties with ...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Dear Dad Zhou: 1. For infants, it is sufficient to change their diapers more than six times a day. Juice and breast milk also provide hydration, but juice contains higher sugar content and should be given in moderation, not as a complete substitute for water. 2. Fruit purees th...

Is Your Baby's Yellow, Sticky Poop Normal? Pediatric Insights Explained

Problems with bowel movements? Hello, Doctor: Baby's recent stools are yellow, sticky, and slimy. He drinks 180cc approximately every 4 to 7 hours (not consistent). The formula is a mix of 4 scoops of New Angel infant formula and 2 scoops of New Angel goat milk formula. His ...

Dr. Wang Jiayi Reply:
Hello, Yaping: 1. The dietary and bowel habits of children under one year old are not very fixed. As long as there are no signs of dehydration, slight variations in feeding intervals are acceptable. 2. Based on your description, your baby's stool seems normal. If you are v...

Switching from Lactose-Free to Regular Formula: Key Considerations for Parents

Switching from lactose-free formula to regular formula? Hello Doctor: My baby is currently ten months old. He had diarrhea for over a month, and after seeing a doctor, he has been drinking lactose-free formula for about eight weeks. Two weeks ago, we stopped medication, and now h...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello, (1) Growth formula for children aged 1 to 3 years is not less nutritious than infant formula for those aged 6 to 12 months. Once a child turns one year old, they can start drinking the 1 to 3 years growth formula, which may even have a higher protein concentration compar...

Managing Constipation in Infants: Tips for Parents of 4-Month-Olds

Constipation My child is 4 and a half months old. He currently consumes 180cc of formula, which is 6 scoops, every 5 hours. However, his bowel movements are infrequent and he seems to strain a lot. I reduced the formula by one scoop. Is this okay? Will it cause him to be undernou...

Dr. Wang Jiayi Reply:
Hello Ms. Chen: Your child can start trying solid foods and small amounts of water. If constipation is severe, please visit a pediatrician. Hualien Hospital Pediatrics cares about you.

Understanding Your Baby's Diarrhea: Causes and Solutions

My baby's diarrhea issue! Hello Doctor: My baby was born in May 2006 and is now almost nine months old. Since December 11 of last year, due to a cold, I took him to see a doctor. The medication included the antibiotic Ulex (Keflex), and we also switched his formula (from 4 t...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: Yes, lactose-free formula does not require a reduction in scoops, because diarrhea from regular formula is primarily due to the inability to absorb lactose. Since lactose-free formula does not contain lactose, diluting it does not affect the severity of diarrhea. Questran ...

Tips for Relieving Constipation in Toddlers: A Concerned Dad's Guide

My daughter has difficulty with bowel movements and experiences pain? My daughter is 1 year and 5 months old. Recently, she has been experiencing constipation. She has better bowel movements at her grandmother's house, but when she returns home on weekends, she often has dif...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: To address constipation issues, you can start by gently massaging the child's abdomen in a clockwise direction (around the navel). For infants and young children, you may use a rectal thermometer or a finger to stimulate the anus. Ensure they receive adequate hydratio...

Managing Baby's Solid Food Reactions: When to Continue or Stop

Regarding complementary foods issues? My daughter increases her bowel movements the day after she eats solid foods, going from once a day to three or four times for two consecutive days. After three times, her stools become watery with some mucus. I stop feeding her for two days ...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: According to the health manual regarding complementary foods, they should be fed separately using a spoon, rather than mixed with formula to increase the consistency before feeding. If you try feeding separately and still experience diarrhea, it may be best to introduce co...

Feeding Concerns for Your 3-Month-Old: Milk Intake and Digestive Issues

Milk consumption issues? Hello! 1. My child is currently three months old and is fed approximately every 3-4 hours. We are currently preparing 150cc of formula, but sometimes he doesn't finish it. Is he getting enough nutrition? 2. Based on his current age, how much formula ...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: The daily intake for children should be around 150 cc/kg/day. If your child weighs 6 kg, they should drink approximately 6*150=900 cc in a day. If you feed them every 4 hours with 150 cc each time, that would total 900 cc for the day, which should be sufficient for a typic...

Understanding Infant Feeding Challenges: Gas and Milk Aversion

Bloating and premature lactose intolerance? My sister is currently 4 months and 1 week old. Since birth, due to insufficient breast milk, she has been fed a combination of breast milk and formula, approximately 2 feedings of breast milk and 3 feedings of formula, each time about ...

Dr. Wang Jiayi Reply:
Hello, Ms. Hsuan: Your child's weight of 7.6 kg is approximately at the 95th percentile (the upper limit of the normal range), and they require a total fluid intake of about 750 milliliters per day. If your child has a normal urination or bowel movement every 4-6 hours and i...

Managing Vomiting and Diarrhea in Toddlers: A Parent's Guide

Pediatric vomiting and diarrhea? Your son is two years and one month old, weighs 12 kilograms, and is less than 90 centimeters tall. He is still breastfeeding and also drinking cow's milk (about 30cc per serving, twice a day). He is fed rice, porridge, or noodles twice daily...

Dr. Wang Jiayi Reply:
Hello, Ms. Chen: Please seek treatment from a pediatrician as soon as possible! Also, maintain cleanliness at home to prevent cross-infection. The pediatric department of Hualien Hospital cares about you!

Is My 3-Month-Old Drinking Enough Milk? Pediatric Concerns Explained

Drinking milk? Hello Doctor: My baby is now three months old, but he/she only drinks 100 to 120 ml of milk and hasn't increased that amount. Is this normal? Also, he/she tends to drool a lot; is that normal?

Dr. Wang Jiayi Reply:
Hello, Xiao Yi: If your baby’s weight, bowel movements, and overall growth and development are normal, you only need to ensure timely vaccinations and pediatric health check-ups. It is normal for children to start teething around six months, and drooling in the months leading up ...

Managing Infant Constipation: Tips and When to Seek Medical Help

Infant persistent constipation? Hello, my baby is only six weeks old. Initially, I was giving him "Pigeon formula," but I noticed that he hasn't had a bowel movement for the past week. I then tried massaging his anus to stimulate him to have a bowel movement, which...

Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
The baby is six weeks old and has constipation issues. It is recommended to increase fluid intake or provide glucose water to help with bowel movements; alternatively, consider changing the formula and performing abdominal massages to improve bowel function. It is advisable to co...

Understanding Green Stool and Constipation in Infants: Expert Insights

Green stools and constipation issues? Thank you, doctor, for taking the time to answer my questions. My child is currently one and a half months old and will turn two months on October 20. He weighs about 5.7 kg and is consuming Abbott Similac formula. Since birth and up to one m...

Dr. Wang Jiayi Reply:
Hello, Aunty: It is best for your child's gastrointestinal condition to be examined by a pediatric gastroenterologist. Since formula milk contains a large amount of water, it is not recommended for infants to drink plain water. Unless advised by a pediatrician, do not change...

Is My Active Toddler Sleeping Enough and Pooping Regularly?

Question My son will turn one in half a month. He sleeps less than 13 hours a day, averaging only 12 hours or less. He is very active and doesn't stop moving unless something captures his attention, but even then, he only stays still for a minute or two. Is this a sign of hy...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: 1. a) First, let's understand what is meant by "hyperactive children." In academic terms, "hyperactive children" is formally referred to as "Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder" (ADHD). The main issues manifest in three areas: diff...

Effective Solutions for Toddler Constipation: Tips for Parents

Constipation issues? Hello Doctor, my daughter is 1 year and 7 months old. Before she turned 1, she was exclusively breastfed and did not have any issues with constipation. Since she started formula milk at 1 year and 3 months, she has gradually been suffering from constipation. ...

Dr. Wang Jiayi Reply:
Dear Mom, Regular bowel movements are indeed important for children's health. It is advisable to increase the intake of vegetables and fruits, especially leafy greens. If your child is not fond of eating fruits and vegetables, you can blend them into purees and mix them wi...

Should You Stop Night Feedings for Your 9-Month-Old? Pediatric Insights

Complementary foods? Should I stop night feeding? Hello Doctor, I have a few questions: 1. My son is currently 9 months and 20 days old, but he only weighs 7.8 kg. He has been hovering around 7 kg for a while, and I am really worried. He is currently eating Nestlé hydrolyzed ...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: 1. Your son is currently 9 months and 20 days old, weighing 7.8 kg, which corresponds to approximately the 3rd percentile on the growth chart for boys. His weight is indeed on the lighter side. The normal caloric requirement is 100 kcal/kg/day, so your baby should be con...

Is My 5-Month-Old's Green, Thick Stool Normal? Pediatric Insights

baby stool My child is five months old, and my mother-in-law says she should be "checking her stool." However, her bowel movements are still green and thick, not formed. Is this normal?

Dr. Zhang Guozhen Reply:
Dr. Chang Kuo-Chen from the Hsinchu County Hospital Pediatric Department responds as follows: A five-month-old baby has presented with green, thick stools. This does not seem to be abnormal and may be related to the type of formula being consumed. There is no need for excessive c...

Overcoming Toilet Training Fears in a 4.5-Year-Old Child

At four and a half years old, he/she insists on wearing diapers to have a bowel movement? Dear Dr. Wang, My son is currently four and a half years old, and his overall growth and development are healthy. However, there is one issue that has been troubling me: he is afraid of usi...

Dr. Wang Jiayi Reply:
Regarding your child's situation, please consider the following points: 1. Issues with bowel movements: It is best to establish a routine for daily bowel movements at a fixed time. If the stools are too hard and there is some constipation, it is advisable to increase the i...

Understanding Loose Stools in Exclusively Breastfed Infants

Loose stools (exclusively breastfed) Hello, I am a breastfeeding mother, and my baby is four months old. His stools have been loose (golden yellow) for the past month. What should I do? Do I need to pay attention to my diet? Thank you for your response.

Dr. Zhang Wenwang Reply:
Generally, breastfed babies have yellowish stools that are softer or even watery. However, if the frequency of bowel movements is excessive and the infant's weight is not increasing, it is advisable to have a physician evaluate and examine the situation.

Understanding Pectus Carinatum and Constipation in Toddlers

What is pectus carinatum and baby constipation? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask what pectus carinatum (commonly known as pigeon chest) is. My daughter is currently one year and four months old, and her chest appears somewhat muscular, but it is not very protruding. Is this wha...

Dr. Chen Rongtai Reply:
Pectus carinatum, also known as pigeon chest, is a congenital chest wall deformity characterized by the protrusion of the costal cartilages and sternum in the lower half of the thorax, making the central part of the chest appear more prominent than the sides. It is a relatively r...

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