Patient's question:
Every day, the baby eats three meals of rice porridge (in a baby bowl, about half a bowl each time), three milk feeds, with each feed being around 150ml. The baby's weight and height are just meeting the standards. The baby has bowel movements three times a day, sometimes four times. Since birth, the baby hasn't taken any medicine and is in a normal state of health. The baby sleeps for about thirteen or fourteen hours in total each day. Is it abnormal to have frequent bowel movements? The food isn't being properly absorbed. Please advise on how to improve this.Doctor's answer:
From the information you've described, your baby's bowel movement frequency is relatively high, and there may be a need to consider digestive issues. The main component of rice porridge is carbohydrates, with low protein content, making it unsuitable as a primary food for very young children, as it can easily lead to protein deficiency. It is recommended to have a thorough examination of your baby's stool at a local hospital to rule out digestive problems. Additionally, it's important to provide foods containing protein, such as formula milk. Wishing you health and happiness.