Question
What should a newborn’s normal stool look like?
Answer
During the first week, a newborn’s stool color will change from black to green, then to brown, and finally to yellow. By the second week, the stool will appear yellowish-brown. In the first three months, as the newborn grows, the frequency of their daily bowel movements will gradually decrease to an average of 1 to 2 times. Considering that it may be a side effect of medication, it is usually treatable with medication. It is recommended to give childrenJianpi San granules (health-promoting granules) and Mami Love (a nutritional supplement) to try. At the same time, avoid feeding the child cold and irritating foods, eat more easily digestible foods, and try abdominal heat compresses to help improve symptoms.