Foamy stool

There can be many abnormal conditions in baby's stool, and babies may easily have some minor problems. Parents will be very worried, especially when some babies have foam in their stool. This situation is generally caused by diarrhea. There are many reasons that can cause diarrhea in babies. Sometimes it is indigestion, and sometimes it is due to cold. Let us learn more about foamy baby stools.

It is very common for babies to have foam in their stools. Many babies will experience this when they are young. Most parents know how to deal with it. This is diarrhea, and scientific methods should be taken in time to find the cause.

Reasons for foamy stools in babies

Eating too much starch or sugary food can increase the fermentation of food in the intestine, and the resulting stool will be dark brown, watery and foamy. Reasons why babies have foamy stools:

(1 caused by indigestion;

(2) The baby was exposed to the wind outdoors;

(3) The baby’s belly is often exposed and not well protected.

What should I do if my baby has foamy stools?

If your baby does not pass foam too often, don't worry too much, as it is probably caused by a cold. However, the digestive system of infants is not yet perfect at this stage, and indigestion is common. You should pay attention to your diet. If your baby is breastfeeding, then the mother should also pay attention to her own diet. The mother should eat light and easy-to-digest food, and avoid spicy and dry foods, such as leeks, garlic, chili peppers, pepper, etc., and avoid eating cold and hard foods. If the baby has frequent bowel movements and has other discomforts, it is best to see a pediatrician.

Home care for baby's foamy stools

Feed properly and adjust the diet.

Babies with severe diarrhea who become dehydrated should go to the hospital to replenish electrolytes.

Pay attention to food hygiene when artificially feeding or preparing complementary foods to prevent diseases from entering the body through the mouth. The bottles and nipples used by babies should be boiled and disinfected every day.

Do not abuse antibiotics for children with diarrhea to avoid intestinal flora disorders.

Stop feeding complementary foods for a period of time, and feed mainly liquid food. After the diarrhea gradually improves, you can feed semi-liquid food.

Parents should not worry too much if there is foam in the stool. They should take some care measures in time and pay attention to the baby's stool in daily life. Sometimes the stool will be foamy, and sometimes the stool will be green. These phenomena all indicate that the baby has some uncomfortable symptoms, and the cause must be found in time.