Question
My newborn is 17 days old and their stool is a bit smelly and sticky. What could be the cause? Do I need to treat it?
Answer
Each newborn’s situation is different, and it’s not possible to determine if there is a health issue based solely on the smelly and sticky stool. This could be a sign of dyspepsia, and it is recommended to give the baby appropriate digestive aids. If the baby is breastfed and appears to be doing well overall, there is usually no need to worry excessively. If there are still concerns, mothers can adjust their diet, which can help the baby digest food better.