Question
What could be the reasons for a child to have green stools?
Answer
Green stools in children can be caused by a variety of factors, including incomplete absorption of iron from milk, insufficient bile consumed during the fat digestion process, and intestinal inflammation or rapid peristalsis leading to incomplete conversion of bilirubin. This situation usually does not require excessive concern, but can be resolved by extending the duration of each feeding session and ensuring the baby drinks enough hindmilk. Additionally, if there is an excess of breast milk, consider expressing some of the foremilk to allow the baby to drink more hindmilk, which can help increase the baby’s weight.