Patient's question:
7-day-old newborn, mixed breastfeeding and formula feeding. A little bit of diarrhea every time they eat, but the stool is neither watery nor dry, which is normal. Previously, they had 1 to 2 bowel movements a day, with large amounts, but now they have 3 to 4 bowel movements a day, with smaller amounts. The baby is eating well, and their weight has been steadily increasing. Recently, they haven't been sleeping well and are restless. Planning to give digestive vitamins A and D.Previous treatment and effectiveness: No discomfort. What kind of help is needed: Is this frequency of bowel movements normal?
Doctor's answer:
The baby is 7 days old. Currently, there is a phenomenon of frequent bowel movements, which is also a sign of poor digestion in the child. The food should be light and easy to digest, and the abdomen should be protected from cold. Medication treatment suggestions: It is recommended to give the child some probiotics for treatment. You can also use a product called "Fangde Sheng". Avoid eating cold foods anymore. Observe carefully. Small children should eat small meals frequently and also digest fish oil. The above suggestions are for the question "27-day-old newborn with frequent bowel movements per day." It is hoped that this will be helpful to you. Wishing you good health!