Patient's question:
My son is two and a half months old. Previously, his stool was yellow, but in the past week, most of it has been green. He has one bowel movement per day and is formula-fed. May I give him probiotics? What is the dosage for administration?Doctor's answer:
If it's a breastfed baby, green poop may indicate the baby isn't getting enough milk or the mom has eaten a lot of vegetables. If it's a formula-fed baby, it could be that the baby hasn't fully absorbed the iron in the formula. Additionally, medication or complementary foods can also affect the color of the stool, but there's usually nothing to worry about.It's also possible that the baby is slightly constipated. Green bowel movements can be a sign of poor digestion. Give the baby more water and gently rub their abdomen. Breastfeeding moms should pay attention to their diet, eating less greasy food and more light meals. That should be fine.