Understanding Your Baby's Bowel Movements: What’s Normal at 7 Months?
Baby bowel movements Hello, doctor. I would like to ask, my baby will be seven months old in two days. He is drinking Enfamil hydrolyzed formula and started eating solid foods (pureed foods) at four months. Since starting solids, his stools have become larger and clay-like. Howev...
Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: According to objective (textbook) standards, diarrhea is defined as a stool output exceeding ten grams per kilogram of body weight in infants, and more than two hundred grams per day in children or adults. However, in practice, we do not weigh daily stool output. Therefore...[Read More] Understanding Your Baby's Bowel Movements: What’s Normal at 7 Months?
Understanding Changes in Stool Color in Toddlers: What Parents Should Know
Changes in stool color Hello Dr. Hsiao, I apologize for bothering you during your busy schedule. My daughter is currently one year and three months old. Previously, aside from solid foods, she was exclusively breastfed and had bowel movements approximately every 5-6 days, usually...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The definition of diarrhea is an increase in the water content of stool. It is uncertain whether this is caused by the consumption of fresh milk. A similar test is needed: if diarrhea occurs within three days of starting to drink fresh milk, then improves after stopping, and recu...[Read More] Understanding Changes in Stool Color in Toddlers: What Parents Should Know
Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues in Infants: What Parents Should Know
Gastrointestinal issues My baby turned 8 months old on May 9th. Since birth, he has typically had a bowel movement every 2-3 days, and the amount has always been substantial. However, recently he has been having 3-4 bowel movements a day, and they are more watery than before. Pre...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Increased frequency of bowel movements and higher water content in the stool are, by definition, criteria for diarrhea, which may indicate gastroenteritis. It is recommended to seek evaluation and treatment from a pediatrician.[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues in Infants: What Parents Should Know
Switching from Hydrolyzed to Regular Formula: Pediatric Concerns
What is the process of transitioning from hydrolyzed formula to regular formula? Dear Doctor: I was originally giving my child the Gold Nan En Hydrolyzed Formula No. 3 (occasionally experiencing constipation, so I have been giving probiotics to improve it). Since my child is almo...
Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
1. For a 1.3-year-old child, the diet is now closer to that of adults rather than being primarily milk-based. Therefore, milk is likely not the main cause of constipation. It is advisable to check if the intake of dietary fiber and fluids is sufficient for your child. 2. After ...[Read More] Switching from Hydrolyzed to Regular Formula: Pediatric Concerns
Is Your Baby's Increased Bowel Movement a Sign of Diarrhea?
If a baby has an increased frequency of bowel movements, does it indicate diarrhea? Hello Dr. Hsiao, thank you for taking the time to read my question. My baby is over five months old and has been drinking Nestlé Nan Hydrolyzed formula since birth. Currently, he consumes 210cc at...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The increase in the frequency and water content of stools compared to previous patterns is, by definition, indicative of gastroenteritis-related diarrhea. If this persists for more than two weeks, it may be classified as chronic gastroenteritis, and it is advisable to consult a p...[Read More] Is Your Baby's Increased Bowel Movement a Sign of Diarrhea?
Addressing Constipation and Spitting Up in Infants: A Guide for Parents
Baby's bowel movement issues and spitting up milk? I would like to ask about my 2-month-old baby. Initially, the baby had normal bowel movements after starting formula milk, but after one or two days, the intervals between bowel movements increased, and the baby started pass...
Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: For normal children and adults, bowel movements are expected to occur between three times a day to once every three days, with stools being yellow and soft. However, infants can have a wide variation in their bowel movement frequency. Generally, breastfed infants tend to h...[Read More] Addressing Constipation and Spitting Up in Infants: A Guide for Parents
Is It Normal for My Baby to Poop Every Time After Feeding?
Drinking milk causes bowel movements? Hello, Doctor. My baby is 4 months old and for the past two weeks, he has been having bowel movements every time he drinks milk. Before this, his feeding and bowel movements were normal. About three weeks ago, he had diarrhea with a sour smel...
Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
Normal bowel movement frequency ranges from three times a day to three times a week. Currently, having 3-4 bowel movements that are sticky in consistency suggests that you are in the recovery phase. It is recommended to follow up with your healthcare provider and consider adding ...[Read More] Is It Normal for My Baby to Poop Every Time After Feeding?
Understanding Infant Constipation: When to Worry and What to Do
Bowel issues Hello Dr. Hsiao, my baby has just turned four months old and is formula-fed. Previously, his bowel movements were normal, occurring once a day or every other day. However, he recently caught a mild cold and after seeing the doctor and taking medication, he hasn'...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Generally, "normal" cold medications should not affect bowel movements. In principle, it is considered normal for infants to go three days without a bowel movement. If they occasionally exceed three days before having a bowel movement, as long as the stool is not liquid...[Read More] Understanding Infant Constipation: When to Worry and What to Do
Addressing Constipation Issues in Toddlers: Tips for Parents
Toddler bowel issues I would like to ask the doctor about my two boys at home, one is over 2 months old and the other is almost 3 years old. The younger one has a bowel movement only once a week; he is primarily breastfed with very little formula. The stool is mostly yellow and s...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
For a two-month-old breastfed infant, having a bowel movement once a week is considered normal as long as the stool is not hard or dry. At this age, infants typically do not experience issues with withholding bowel movements. Tips for potty training toddlers include: reading st...[Read More] Addressing Constipation Issues in Toddlers: Tips for Parents
Understanding Infant Allergies: Is My Baby Allergic to Breast Milk?
Breastfeeding issues My child is currently one and a half months old. He was fed a combination of formula and breast milk since birth. However, on the night of his 18th day, he started passing a small amount of bloody stools, and during the night, he even had several instances of...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Breast milk is essentially the most natural and least allergenic milk for infants, and there should be no babies who are "allergic to breast milk." The severity of cow's milk protein allergy can vary from mild to severe; for those with milder cases, partially hydro...[Read More] Understanding Infant Allergies: Is My Baby Allergic to Breast Milk?
Understanding and Managing Constipation in Infants: A Parent's Guide
Infant constipation Hello, doctor. My child started drinking a combination of formula and breast milk over a month ago, and after two months, formula became the main source. We have been using Nestlé NAN Hypoallergenic HA formula, and initially, my child would have at least one b...
Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: Most hydrolyzed protein formula milk tends to cause softer stools and is less likely to lead to constipation. Of course, you can try another type of hydrolyzed formula or switch to a different formula; S-26 is also fine. After 4 months, introducing fiber-rich complementary...[Read More] Understanding and Managing Constipation in Infants: A Parent's Guide
Managing Diarrhea in Infants on Levothyroxine: Alternatives and Insights
Infants taking Enterogermina may experience diarrhea? Hello, my son had a TSH level consistently between 10 and 15 from birth to two months. A bone age assessment during that time was normal. However, at two months during his sixth blood test, his TSH level rose to 20. The doctor...
Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello! Eltroxin is a thyroid hormone, and an overdose may lead to increased metabolic rate, diarrhea, and increased appetite with difficulty in gaining weight. You might consider reducing the dosage. These issues should be manageable. Wishing you health and happiness! Best regard...[Read More] Managing Diarrhea in Infants on Levothyroxine: Alternatives and Insights
Understanding Infant Constipation: Tips for Parents to Help Their Baby
Infant bowel movement issues? Hello Doctor, I apologize for bothering you, but I would like to ask for your advice. My baby is currently over eight months old and has started consuming solid foods, usually one to two meals a day, with an intake of about 50-80 ml at most. Howeve...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Infants have not yet developed mature muscle strength and coordination for bowel movements, so their defecation efficiency is poorer compared to that of children. For infants with constipation, it is important to increase the intake of fiber from vegetable and fruit purees (as pl...[Read More] Understanding Infant Constipation: Tips for Parents to Help Their Baby
Understanding Watery Stool in Infants: When to Seek Help
Watery stool? My son is currently four months old, but his stools have been quite watery (similar to a milkshake) and when there's a large amount, the stool still moves when I lift the diaper. He has bowel movements about 1-2 times a day, and sometimes when he passes gas, he...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The stool appears to have excessive water content. The ingredients of other brands of infant formula are quite similar, so switching brands may not be very meaningful. It is recommended to try a hypoallergenic hydrolyzed protein infant formula.[Read More] Understanding Watery Stool in Infants: When to Seek Help
Understanding Baby's Bowel Movements: What to Expect at 6 Months
Bowel issues Hello doctor, my son is currently over 6 months old. He is eating solid foods and formula, but his stools are still mushy and not formed. Is this normal? The color is mostly like a mixture of sweet potato and pumpkin puree.
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
As long as the stool is not watery diarrhea, hard stools, contains blood, or is pale gray, it is considered acceptable. Therefore, as long as the infant is growing and developing normally, mushy stools are acceptable.[Read More] Understanding Baby's Bowel Movements: What to Expect at 6 Months
Understanding Diarrhea in Infants: Causes and Solutions
Infant diarrhea Hello Doctor, my daughter is over four months old and has recently shown signs of diarrhea. She is primarily breastfed, but due to insufficient milk supply, she is also supplemented with formula (1-2 feedings of formula per day). My daughter has a history of atopi...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The frequency of bowel movements has increased compared to before, and the stool has a higher water content, which is defined as diarrhea. If diarrhea persists after discontinuing the newly modified hydrolyzed protein formula, it may not be related to the formula change. It is po...[Read More] Understanding Diarrhea in Infants: Causes and Solutions
Concerns About Breastfeeding: Baby's Sleep and Urine Output Issues
Breastfeeding issues Hello, doctor. My baby is 3 months and 1 week old, weighing 6 kg. I am currently breastfeeding, but my baby loves to sleep during the day. I wake her up to breastfeed every four hours, and at night, I supplement with 90 ml of formula. If she still seems hungr...
Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello, There are several ways to assess whether milk intake is sufficient: 1. Consuming 100-200 cc of milk per kilogram of body weight each day. 2. Urinating 6-7 times a day. 3. In the first three months, an average daily weight gain of 30 grams; from 3 to 6 months, an avera...[Read More] Concerns About Breastfeeding: Baby's Sleep and Urine Output Issues
Understanding Baby's Bowel Movements on Hydrolyzed Formula
Infant formula and bowel movement issues? Doctor: Hello! My baby is one month old and is drinking Nestlé NAN Hypoallergenic Formula. His stools have always been soft and mushy, occurring once or twice a day. I would like to know if drinking hypoallergenic formula could cause this...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
It is normal for infants to have bowel movements ranging from two to three times a day to once every two to three days. As long as the stool is not hard, watery, contains blood, or is grayish-white, it is considered normal. Therefore, soft, mushy stools are normal. The shape of t...[Read More] Understanding Baby's Bowel Movements on Hydrolyzed Formula
Understanding Baby's Bowel Issues: When to Worry About Changes
Bowel issues? Hello, I would like to ask about my 2-month-old baby. Recently, he would cry and get upset right after drinking milk, but his stool color was normal. Then someone suggested switching formula because they were concerned about a possible milk protein allergy, so we re...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
It is normal for an infant's bowel movements to range from two to three times a day to once every two to three days. As long as the stool is not hard, watery, contains blood, or is grayish-white, it is considered normal (greenish stools are simply a result of higher iron con...[Read More] Understanding Baby's Bowel Issues: When to Worry About Changes
How to Identify Gastroenteritis in Infants: Key Signs to Watch For
Gastrointestinal issues How can I determine if my baby has gastroenteritis? Recently, he has been pooping while drinking milk, crying and straining during diaper changes, and also straining and clenching his fists while drinking milk. He is currently one and a half months old and...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Gastroenteritis is defined as an increase in the frequency of bowel movements, accompanied by an increase in water content. For an infant over one month old, it is normal to have strong gastrocolic reflexes, resulting in bowel movements occurring while feeding.[Read More] How to Identify Gastroenteritis in Infants: Key Signs to Watch For