Babies have weak digestive systems and are prone to intestinal problems. Some babies may experience greenish stools after drinking formula. If the amount of green feces is severe, it will have a great impact on the baby's physical health and development. Mothers should seek timely treatment to avoid causing other intestinal diseases. So what's going on with a baby who drinks milk powder defecating?
It is common for babies to have green stools, as milk powder contains iron, which can cause the phenomenon of green stools. Another issue is that the baby's digestive system is not yet fully developed, and it is easy for them to experience discomfort in the stomach due to catching a cold or inhaling cold air, leading to the occurrence of diarrhea. Or the baby's gut microbiota may be imbalanced, and if they are hungry for too long and drink milk powder, they may also experience diarrhea.
When a baby has green poop, it is necessary to adjust it in a timely manner. Firstly, observe the baby's mental state. If they have a good mental state, good sleep, and normal weight gain after defecating, they will quickly recover without special treatment. If there are other symptoms associated with defecating, temporarily add a small amount of milk powder. And we need to take the baby to the hospital for stool analysis, find the cause, and adjust it through diet or formula.
Although taking green feces is quite common, it can also easily cause other symptoms. Babies have poor digestive function and slow digestive system, so it is important to choose milk powder that is easy to absorb and digest. Mothers should also take good care of them in daily life and not let them catch a cold in their stomachs, as catching a cold can also cause abnormal bowel movements.
