Question
My daughter is six months old, and this morning her stool had blood strands. What could be the problem? What should we do?
Answer
As long as the child is growing healthily, gaining weight consistently, eating well, and sleeping soundly, there’s no need to worry too much about the color and consistency of the stool. Changes in stool color, whether it becomes darker or lighter, and whether the consistency is slightly drier or looser, usually don’t indicate a problem. If you’re concerned, you can consult a doctor to ease your worries. In summary, changes in the frequency and color of a child’s bowel movements typically don’t signal an issue.