If your baby has more than ten diarrhea episodes a day and often passes green stools, as a parent, you may worry about the severity of your child’s condition. Doctors suggest checking for stool regularity to see if there is inflammation, providing some digestive aids, and adding supplementary foods, vegetable soup, and porridge. Stop breastfeeding at around 9-10 months old and calculate daily intake based on weight. If you are still worried, it is recommended to go to the hospital for a check-up.
How to handle a 3-month-old baby with green stools? Breastfed babies may have green stools that are normal. For formula-fed babies, green stools can occur due to poor absorption of iron from formula or supplements. Green stools can also be a result of hunger, cold, overeating, and indigestion. It is recommended to feed the baby according to the principle of less frequent but more meals. Avoid cold and difficult-to-digest foods; also, protect against wind and cold. Pay attention to warmth. Appropriate exercise to strengthen the body; if diarrhea is severe, consider indigestion, gastrointestinal dysfunction, or intestinal infection. It is recommended to check for regular stool tests for an accurate diagnosis and to receive symptomatic treatment under the guidance of a professional doctor.