How is the stool of a 2-month-old baby considered normal?

Patient's question:

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Doctor's answer:

Normal two-month-old babies usually have less than four bowel movements, with each amount being similar. The main things to observe are the odor and consistency. If the baby is formula-fed, the odor may be slightly sour. It is generally a yellowish paste-like consistency. If the milk intake is high, it may be slightly drier. It can also occasionally be dark green, red, soy sauce-colored, jelly-like, with mucus-like discharge, or have blood streaks or cottage cheese-like appearance. Any of these should be sent for testing.

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