Question
Is it normal for a baby’s stool frequency to decrease from four to five times a day to once every other day? Should I be concerned about the longer sleep time at night?
Answer
Based on the information you provided, it is normal for a baby’s stool frequency to decrease from four to five times a day to once every other day. Normally, a baby’s stool frequency can be once a day or every other day. If the baby does not have any other discomfort symptoms, such as bloating or vomiting, and is feeding, urinating, and passing gas normally during the day, this may be part of the normal process of digestive tract maturation. However, if the stool becomes loose or there are other unusual changes, it is recommended that you bring the baby to a regular private hospital pediatric department for a follow-up examination to discover and resolve the issue promptly. I hope my advice is helpful.