What to Do If a Two-Month-Old Baby Experiences Diarrhea with Formula and Breast Milk Mixing?

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What to Do If a Two-Month-Old Baby Experiences Diarrhea with Formula and Breast Milk Mixing?

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A two-month-old baby on formula and breast milk mixed feeding has been suffering from greenish diarrhea for over a week. The stool is dark green at the front and yellow-green at the end, with some residue. The baby’s stomach always makes a rumbling sound, both when awake and asleep. During the day, the baby doesn’t sleep well, but at night, after eating, it can sleep for about six to seven hours. The baby is on a mixed feeding regimen. Recently, the stool has contained milk curds, known as ‘gastric’, suggesting possible indigestion. Abdominal heating can be applied for the baby, and it’s important to keep the abdomen warm. You can give the baby some mother’s love or medications like attapulgite powder, and provide the baby with a warm towel or hot water bottle to warm the abdomen, ensuring warmth. If the baby’s mental health is not good, it’s best to undergo a detailed examination at a regular professional hospital before treatment.