.svg)
.svg)
.png)
Want to share your parenting queries and get answers
Get Solutions and advice from other parents and experts
Ask a QuestionMom of a 1 yr old boy8 months ago
Q.
#asktheexpert is greenish black stool is normal?
Answer
Follow
Report Abuse
1 Answer
POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy8 months agoA. Greenish-black stool in a 4-month-old baby can be normal in certain situations. Here are a few possible reasons:
1. Breastfed Babies: If your baby is breastfed, greenish stools may occur due to the foremilk (the watery milk at the beginning of a feed) versus hindmilk (the richer, fatty milk at the end of a feed). This can result in stools that are greenish in color. If you're concerned, you can try ensuring your baby is feeding well from both breasts during each session.
2. Formula-fed Babies: Formula-fed babies might also pass greenish stools, particularly if the formula is iron-fortified. The iron can cause a greenish color in their stool.
3. Introduction of Solid Foods: If you've recently started solids, certain foods like peas, spinach, or other green vegetables can cause green stools.
4. Digestive Changes: If your baby is going through a growth spurt or if their digestive system is adjusting, the stool might be greenish for a few days.
When to Be Concerned:
If the stool is consistently green and accompanied by other signs like a fever, vomiting, fussiness, or if the stool appears very slimy or contains mucus or blood, it's a good idea to consult your pediatrician for further evaluation.
If it's just a temporary occurrence and your baby seems otherwise healthy, it’s likely nothing to worry about.
Report Abuse
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
SIMILAR QUESTIONS
Guardian of 0 children
Answer
Follow
Report Abuse
Mom of a 2 yr old girl
Answer
Follow
Report Abuse
Mom of a 4 m old girl
Answer
Follow
Report Abuse
Guardian of a 11 m old boy
Answer
Follow
Report Abuse
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Guardian of a 7 m old boy
Answer
Follow
Report Abuse
Mom of a 10 m old girl
Q. after having rericap oral drops mybaby us passing black and greenish stool , is it normal
Read More
Answer
Follow
Report Abuse
Mom of a 8 m old girl
Answer
Follow | 1
Report Abuse
Guardian of a 4 m old girl
Answer
Follow
Report Abuse
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Mom of a 10 m old girl
Answer
Follow
Report Abuse
Mom of a 3 yr 10 m old boy
Answer
Follow
Report Abuse
SUGGESTED ARTICLES
Do you know any solution to this question?Let’s go to the app - To help out fellow parents & to get answers to your questions
Add An Answer
Post Answer