Question
An infant of five and a half months old has a bowel movement 7 to 8 times a day, with yellow and sticky stools. The parent inquires whether this bowel movement is normal and how to manage it.
Answer
Having a higher frequency of bowel movements and yellow, sticky stools is relatively common in infants. Generally, this situation tends to improve after the baby reaches six months old, or it may gradually get better as solid foods are introduced. It is recommended to provide the baby with an adequate amount of fluids, pay attention to diet, avoid consuming salty foods, and continue to monitor the situation. If the symptoms persist and do not improve, it is advisable to take the child to a doctor as soon as possible. The above suggestions are for the question “An infant of five and a half months old has a bowel movement 7 to 8 times a day, with yellow, sticky stools.” I hope this helps you, and wish you health.