Question
The newborn is 10 days old and has bowel movements four times a day, fed on breast milk and formula. Is this condition normal? No treatment has been administered, and professional advice is sought.
Answer
At 10 days old, the child has bowel movements four times a day. The first question to ask is whether the stool is watery. Is the child’s spirit and appetite normal? If the stool consistency is normal and the child’s spirit and appetite are good, this is usually a normal condition. However, if the child’s spirit is poor or appetite decreases, it may be necessary to consider viral diarrhea or functional dyspepsia. At this point, it should be considered to take a stool sample for testing to confirm the diagnosis. Wishing the baby healthy growth.