Question

Is it normal for babies to keep passing gas? How can it be resolved?

Answer

It is normal for babies to frequently pass gas during their infancy. This is particularly true for newborns, who, while breastfeeding, may sometimes pass a little stool along with gas and often have a rumbling stomach. This is due to the underdeveloped gastrointestinal tract in infants, which leads to irregular bowel movements, causing intestinal bloating and resulting in frequent flatulence and flatulence. Sometimes, this is accompanied by frequent crying without a clear cause, a condition medically referred to as infant colic. Infant colic refers to healthy, well-nourished infants who cry for at least 3 hours a day, on at least 3 days a week, with episodes lasting over 3 weeks. Most infants start experiencing colic within 2-3 weeks after birth and gradually improve by 3-4 months. Based on the description provided, your baby has been passing gas frequently for over a month now, along with stools that come every two or three days and are green in color. This is clearly a sign of indigestion. It is recommended to feed your baby easier-to-digest foods to help alleviate the burden on the digestive system. If the problem persists or you have any other concerns about your baby’s condition, please consult a professional doctor for further evaluation and guidance.