Question
Why does my baby’s stool remain green?
Answer
According to clinical cues, there may be several reasons why a baby’s stool turns green: First, breastfed infants may have yellow-green stools due to bilirubin and biliverdin in the bile from the upper part of the small intestine; second, the baby may have green stools if they consume milk that is too cold or if their abdomen and feet are exposed to cold; third, if the baby is not eating enough, the intestinal peristalsis may slow down, leading to green stools again; fourth, if the iron in the formula milk is not fully oxidized, it may also cause the stool to turn green. It is recommended to observe the frequency and consistency of the baby’s stool. If everything is normal, there is no need to worry excessively.