Question
A baby born on January 13, 2019, was found this morning with coffee-colored bloodstains on the bib, accompanied by a streak of blood about the length of a thumb that was a bright red. Inquiring whether this blood is the baby’s, and if it is, would the baby’s mouth have a lot of bleeding? However, no blood was observed in the mouth upon inspection. Suspect it may be from the nipple, as it is the beginning of breastfeeding, and there had been no milk before, now the baby has been transferred to another hospital, and the doctor recommended detailed observation, worried that the hospital might be hiding something. Also, could this type of blood be expelled with milk?
Answer
Based on your description, it is suggested to go to a provincial hospital for a more detailed check, as large hospitals have more advanced testing facilities and conditions to ensure the baby’s health. This color of blood could possibly be what the baby has swallowed and then spit out; you don’t need to worry too much, as the color of the initial breast milk may be different from what you expect.