Question
Why does a baby’s stool appear grey, and why does she vomit after breastfeeding?
Answer
A baby’s stool color and consistency can vary depending on whether they are fed breast milk or formula. As long as the stool does not have watery diarrhea, blood, or a tar-like color, and the frequency is normal, along with the presence of granular matter, there is no need to worry too much. If the stool is too dry, has lumps, and is pale yellow with a basic pH, it indicates an excessive protein ratio in the diet; if the stool is ribbon-like with a sour smell, it may be due to excessive fat intake. Therefore, appropriately adjusting the diet of both the baby and the mother can change the color of the baby’s stool.