Question
Why does a newborn often have diarrhea after breastfeeding?
Answer
If a child has diarrhea after breastfeeding and medication doesn’t alleviate the symptoms, it could be due to physiological diarrhea. This type of diarrhea does not require treatment and will improve as the child grows and starts on solid foods. It’s recommended to wait until the child is 4 to 5 months old to introduce solid foods, while continuing to breastfeed. Pay attention to the child’s buttocks care and frequently change diapers to keep the area dry.