Question
The newborn is now 12 days old. They have a bowel movement 7 to 8 times a day. What’s going on?
Answer
It is normal for a newborn to have 7 to 8 bowel movements a day on the 12th day after birth. Since their digestive system is not yet fully mature, they tend to defecate more frequently. However, if the baby eats too much, it may sometimes lead to vomiting. It is recommended to hold the baby vertically after feeding and gently pat their back to reduce the chance of vomiting. We hope these suggestions will be helpful to you and your baby. Wishing you both good health!