How Baby Poo And Wee Changes

Baby poo - just as you think you know what to expect at change time

, your baby's poo takes on a new form and you're left examining the contents of a nappy wondering what could have possibly resulted in this different texture or colour! Here's our guide to how things change over time...

At the beginning there's meconium, that strange tar-like substance that makes the first nappy change quite an ordeal. After a few days, this is replaced by yellowy-brown and grainy motions, the result of milk. Once feeding is established, breastfed babies will have bright yellow and soft poo, while bottle-fed babies will pass firmer - and smellier - pale yellow or yellowish-brown poo.

It's normal for babies to strain or even cry when passing a poo. This doesn't mean that your baby is constipated as long as the poo is soft. Babies might produce a dirty nappy with every feed, daily or less frequently. From day to day or week to week your baby's poo will probably vary; you'll become accustomed to your own baby's routine and be able to spot when things are amiss.

The occasional green baby poo is nothing to worry about; it could be that the poo has passed through the gut quicker than usual or it could be due to the iron content of the formula for bottle-fed babies. Do speak to your health visitor about frequent green poo though.

Food for thought

Weaning prompts the next big change as food will causes baby poo to become firmer and a lot smellier! As you introduce your baby to new and different foods, you'll see a difference in what comes out the other end. In fact, your baby's bowel habits are a good indication of how well she's adapting to a change in her diet.

And wee...

A newborn's wee may appear quite orange to begin with and can look a bit like blood in the nappy. This is usually because of a concentration of nitrates; once feeding has been established the colour will fade until virtually clear. Your baby's wee should also be odourless. In the early days babies wee about 8 - 10 times a day. Frequency isn't an issue as long as passing urine causes no pain and there are no other signs of illness.

As they grow, and their knowledge and understanding of the world around them and their own bodies develops, children will learn to recognise the sensation of weeing and of the urge to go. It's with this realisation that they will begin to hold their wee and become ready for potty training.

Whatever age, you can tell a lot about a baby's wellbeing from what's in their nappy. If you notice a marked change of any kind, such as a strong smell or dramatic change in colour or texture, and especially if you notice any blood, you should talk to your doctor or health visitor.

Please note that the contents of this section are for information only and are not intended as medical advice or as a substitute to your doctor's advice. For medical care and advice, you should consult your doctor on a regular basis. If you have any problem which concerns you, consult your doctor immediately.

by: Emily Amelia Inglis

POST COMMENT

Backup Active Directory Data And Structure Attractions In And Around Munnar : Professional Documentation And Submission By Insurance Claims Cork Always Best Option Search Engine Optimization And Its Techniques Basic Site Search And The Requirement Of Advanced Search In Websites Whole Life Insurance And 529 College Savings Plans For The Benefit Of All Citizens! Wett Inspections And Why They Are Important Ancient And Cheering City Lagos Vintage Wines From Spain, Portugal And Chile Dealing With Work Related Accidents And Personal Injury Claims Swimming Pools Houston Tx: Deliver Mind And Soul Soothing Experience Hotels In Goa: Popular For Their Dramatic Setting And High End Service Salient Features And Uses Of 2 Core Aluminum Conductor Unarmored Pvc Cables