Question
A one-year-old girl has previously experienced diarrhea and is now experiencing it again, which has been ongoing for nearly three days. For the first two days, she had bowel movements about four to five times a day, but on the third day, the frequency of bowel movements increased, with five bowel movements from early morning until noon. The stools are green. How should one respond?
Answer
If the baby is breastfed, as long as the milk intake is normal, the baby is emotionally stable, sleeps well, and gains weight normally, there is usually no need for special treatment. If the baby is on a mixed diet, it is necessary to assess whether the baby is getting enough to eat, as the baby’s intestinal peristalsis may speed up if not adequately fed, leading to green stools. In such cases, simply increasing the milk supply and ensuring the baby is well-fed is sufficient.