Patient's question:
Female, 28 years old, a mom, has been taking care of her child since birth. I don't have much experience with childcare. Please ask: How many times does a 38-day-old baby have a bowel movement per day?Doctor's answer:
The intestinal function of infants is not yet fully developed, and the normal intestinal flora has not been completely established. Therefore, bowel movements are not yet stable. The key is to observe the color and consistency of the child's stool, as well as their mental state and feeding habits (whether breastfed or formula-fed). These factors all influence the frequency of bowel movements. The main point is to carefully observe whether the baby's stool is thick or thin. As long as the baby's diet is normal, it is also normal for bowel movements to occur several times a day or once every few days.