Switching Formula at One Year: Is Your Baby's Digestive Health Normal?
Switching to formula milk at one year old? Originally, the baby was drinking hydrolyzed formula and has now switched to Karolotani milk powder at one year old. Currently, the baby has bowel movements once or twice a day, and the transition to the new formula has resulted in somew...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
If your baby’s stool has a significantly higher water content than their usual normal stools, it is defined as diarrhea. If the diarrhea occurs due to an intolerance to a new formula, it typically happens within three days after the switch. If you switch back to the original form...[Read More] Switching Formula at One Year: Is Your Baby's Digestive Health Normal?
Understanding Infant Gastroenteritis: Breastfeeding and Feeding Alternatives
Breastfeeding My friend's baby is almost one month old. She is breastfeeding, but the baby frequently vomits and has diarrhea. Could this be gastroenteritis? Would it be better to use cup feeding?
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Breastfed infants tend to have more watery stools until they are about a month old, which is not indicative of gastroenteritis. As they grow and their absorption improves, this will change, and they may even have bowel movements every few days. Regarding spitting up, it is common...[Read More] Understanding Infant Gastroenteritis: Breastfeeding and Feeding Alternatives
Understanding Baby Constipation Issues: Is Papaya the Culprit?
Infant complementary food bowel movement issues? The child is currently 10 months old, weighing 9.2 kg. The diet consists of two meals of porridge and two types of fruit daily, with milk intake around 150-180 ml five to six times a day, and water intake approximately 200-250 ml p...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Infants at 10 months old have not yet developed the same muscle strength for bowel movements as adults, making them more prone to constipation. The best way to alleviate constipation is to increase fluid intake and consume more fiber-rich foods, such as fruits and vegetables. Whi...[Read More] Understanding Baby Constipation Issues: Is Papaya the Culprit?
Is It Lactose Intolerance or Bile Secretion Issues in My Child?
Is it lactose intolerance or an issue with bile secretion? My daughter started transitioning from breastfeeding to formula after 7.5 months. During the transition, her stool has consistently been green and formed. After nearly 2 months on formula, she began experiencing diarrhea ...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Halitosis is generally the result of bacterial fermentation in the oral cavity, which is related to oral hygiene. It is recommended to rinse the mouth with a few sips of water after drinking milk. Additionally, it is advisable to clean the tongue, gums, and oral cavity at least t...[Read More] Is It Lactose Intolerance or Bile Secretion Issues in My Child?
Understanding Baby's Bowel Movements: Is 8 Days Normal for 9-Month-Old?
For a 9-month-old baby who is breastfeeding and consuming solid foods, it is generally considered normal for bowel movements to occur anywhere from once a day to once every few days. As long as the baby is comfortable, feeding well, and the stools are soft, variations in frequenc...
Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Dear Mr. Wang, Hello! After a child reaches one year of age, their bowel movement frequency will be closer to that of adults, with 3 times a day to once every 3 days being acceptable. Before the age of one, bowel movement frequency can vary greatly; it can exceed 10 times a day ...[Read More] Understanding Baby's Bowel Movements: Is 8 Days Normal for 9-Month-Old?
Understanding Your Baby's Bowel Movements: What’s Normal?
Bowel movement issues Hello Doctor: My baby is currently corrected to 4 months and 28 days old, is drinking formula milk, and has started eating solid foods. Previously, the stool was always soft and mushy (golden yellow), but today the stool first appeared as formed (green mixed...
Dr. Lin Yishou Reply:
Hello parents, this is a normal phenomenon. Once formula milk or solid foods are introduced, the stool will no longer remain golden yellow. Initially, it may turn green, and then the color will gradually darken. Thank you for your message.[Read More] Understanding Your Baby's Bowel Movements: What’s Normal?
Understanding Finger Peeling in Infants: Is It Kawasaki Disease?
Peeling skin on the fingers? Hello, doctor. My daughter is currently 9 months old. She had a fever of about 39-40 degrees Celsius from July 29 to August 1, and then her fever subsided. After that, she had diarrhea for one day, about 4-5 times. We visited the doctor on July 29 and...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The absence of persistent fever means it is unlikely to be Kawasaki disease, as a sustained high fever lasting more than five days is a necessary criterion for Kawasaki disease. The age, duration of illness, and clinical symptoms suggest it could possibly be roseola, but without ...[Read More] Understanding Finger Peeling in Infants: Is It Kawasaki Disease?
Understanding Infant Crying and Straining During Bowel Movements
Crying and straining when feeling the urge to have a bowel movement? Hello Doctor: My sister is now over a month old and has been crying frequently at night. Her diaper is wet, and she is willing to breastfeed, but she tends to kick and punch during feeding. Her urge to suck is v...
Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
During infancy, breast milk contains sufficient water, so there is no need for additional hydration; however, water can be given in moderation. Crying at night may be due to colic or constipation. It is recommended to consult a pediatric gastroenterologist for further evaluation ...[Read More] Understanding Infant Crying and Straining During Bowel Movements
Should You See a Pediatrician for Baby's Blood-Streaked Stool?
Bowel movement issues Dear Doctor: My baby is currently two weeks old and is drinking formula. The stool color has been normal, but there have been occasional streaks of blood in it over the past two days. Should I take my baby to see a pediatrician? Thank you.
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
It is not normal for a newborn's stool to have blood streaks. It is recommended to visit a major hospital's pediatric department for an examination.[Read More] Should You See a Pediatrician for Baby's Blood-Streaked Stool?
Managing Diarrhea in Premature Infants: When to Seek Further Care
Gastroenteritis with diarrhea Hello Doctor, my baby is a premature infant, currently 5 months and 27 days old, with a corrected age of 3 months and 17 days, weighing 7.5 kg. Last week, he developed diarrhea, and the doctor diagnosed it as rotavirus gastroenteritis, along with a f...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Consider adding probiotics, which may be helpful. It is advisable to visit a pediatric gastroenterology department at a major hospital to evaluate the possibility of conducting a stool test to rule out bacterial gastroenteritis, as diarrhea is not always indicative of rotavirus g...[Read More] Managing Diarrhea in Premature Infants: When to Seek Further Care
Understanding Blood in Baby's Stool: When to Seek Medical Advice
Passage of stool with fresh blood and blood streaks? Hello Doctor, my baby is currently 4 and a half months old and is being fed a combination of formula and breast milk. He was born weighing 2.6 kg and now weighs 6.3 kg. Initially, he had issues with bowel movements that include...
Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: 1. Formula milk for infants under 6 months does not contain probiotics; however, if the baby's immune function is normal, probiotics can still be prescribed for infants under 6 months. 2. Haominy is a highly hydrolyzed and lactose-free formula that is beneficial for s...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Baby's Stool: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Gastroenteritis in Children: Symptoms and Concerns
Gastroenteritis Yesterday around noon, my child suddenly experienced severe abdominal pain and was unable to stand. We took him to see a doctor who diagnosed him with gastroenteritis. An abdominal examination revealed a buildup of stool and undigested food from the morning. The d...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Gastroenteritis does not always present with vomiting and diarrhea; it can manifest with abdominal pain alone. Conversely, abdominal pain is not solely caused by gastroenteritis and may be due to other abdominal conditions. It is advisable to seek examination at a major hospital ...[Read More] Understanding Gastroenteritis in Children: Symptoms and Concerns
Understanding Constipation in Preterm Infants: When to Seek Help
Bowel movement issues Hello, doctor. My baby is a premature infant, currently 4 months and 23 days old, with a corrected age of 2 months and 13 days, weighing 6.5 kg. We switched to formula feeding at 4 months, and previously, my baby had one bowel movement a day. However, this w...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
If it has been 4 days without a bowel movement and physical methods to assist with defecation have been attempted without success, it is advisable to consult a pediatrician. Given that infants over two months old have weaker bowel movements, there is concern that the stool may be...[Read More] Understanding Constipation in Preterm Infants: When to Seek Help
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 Green Stool in Children After Gastroenteritis Recovery
Green stools after gastroenteritis? Hello, doctor. My daughter was taken to the emergency room on May 8 due to fever and vomiting, and she was diagnosed with gastroenteritis. She experienced dehydration and vomiting, so she received IV fluids. Upon discharge, the doctor advised t...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
As long as the stool is not watery diarrhea, contains mucus or blood, is gray, black, or hard, it is generally considered normal. Greenish stool can sometimes be caused by a higher iron content in formula milk, which does not have significant effects and can be monitored.[Read More] Understanding Green Stool in Children After Gastroenteritis Recovery
Understanding Blood-Streaked Stool in Infants: When to Seek Help
Blood-streaked stool Hello Doctor, my sister is currently over 2 months old. Her usual diet consists of breast milk and formula, and her stools are typically green or yellow and loose, with a protein-like or sour odor. Recently, I noticed mucus and streaks of blood in her stool, ...
Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: 1. How should suspected gastrointestinal bleeding be managed? --> First, check if the baby shows any warning signs, such as tachycardia (without crying or during movement), hypotension (weaker pulse), pallor (indicative of anemia or significant bleeding), decreased ac...[Read More] Understanding Blood-Streaked Stool in Infants: When to Seek Help
Is It Normal for Breastfed Babies to Poop While Feeding?
Breastfeeding can also stimulate bowel movements? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my child (born on April 17, approximately 3 weeks old). Recently, while breastfeeding, they tend to poop while eating, and the stool is a light golden yellow, resembling loose stools. Is i...
Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello! Eating increases gastrointestinal motility, especially in infants under one month old. It is common to observe breastfed babies having 10-15 yellow, soft, or even watery stools a day. If the baby is energetic, has a good appetite, and is not experiencing a fever, this is c...[Read More] Is It Normal for Breastfed Babies to Poop While Feeding?
Understanding the Difference Between Stool Leakage and Diarrhea in Newborns
I have some questions I would like to ask? Hello... I would like to inquire about the definitions of stool leakage and diarrhea in a newborn baby who is three weeks old. What is the difference between the two? If there is frequent stool leakage and the diaper rash is worsening, d...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
It is normal for exclusively breastfed newborns to have multiple, small, watery stools, which is a temporary phenomenon and not indicative of pathological conditions such as fecal incontinence or diarrhea. This usually improves after the first month. If there is a red rash on the...[Read More] Understanding the Difference Between Stool Leakage and Diarrhea in Newborns
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