How do i know if my newborn has diarrhea?

As a new parent, it’s common to worry about your baby developing digestive problems. One of the most common concerns is if their poop pattern changes and you start wondering “is my baby constipated or do they have diarrhea?” It’s time to break the stigma around this natural phenomenon and learn how to identify if your newborn has diarrhea or not.

What Is Diarrhea?

Glad you asked! According to medical experts, diarrhea is when your bambino experiences extremely loose, watery stools that might also be more frequent than usual (cue gross face). So basically instead of being wholesome chunks that resemble melted chocolate ice cream (just imagine), it can vary in color from greenish-brown-black-red (don’t panic) with texture ranging from thin gravy-like liquid (yummm) squirted out explosively like lava flows; spicy ain’t just for food anymore!

Normal Poop Pattern vs. Abnormal

Now I’m sure everyone on this planet loves talking about poop but let’s talk specifically about different types of poops babies produce. As gross as it may sound, examining your little one’s diapers should become almost second nature because a healthy infant could poop up 10 times a day! Their nice mushy nuggets range from yellow-green-brown-colorless-colored paste so runny that sometimes doesn’t even make it into their diaper—honestly, such wizardry—-to semi-formed logs resembling cute smiling sausages.

However very occasionally there are indicators which tell us our precious angels might have crossed over into having some tummy troubles…Dun Dun Daaaahhhhhh!!!

Those Milestone Markers

It goes without saying every child is unique and responds differently towards specific situations i.e milk/formula intake frequency/sleep/playing habits and suchlike. However, there are a few signs to watch out for which might indicate your baby has diarrhea:

  • Increase in Frequency of Poops: It’s essential to monitor your newborn’s poop frequency regularly. If you observe that it’s twice or thrice more than the usual pattern (which as discussed above is frequent), then ring an alarm bell.

  • Changes In Consistency & Texture: The texture and consistency of poop are easy giveaways when it comes to stool identification (duh)! ‘Liquid-like poops’ appear with peculiar color shades accompanied by a strong smell, making them distinctly different from normal times.

Wait Up… Is That All?

Before you start hitching up your pantaloons and call your pediatrician or rush off buying every over-the-counter medication; let me ease your mind by telling you one tiny bit fact!

A single isolated episode of watery stools doesn’t classify this as diarrhea automatically! (Phewwww)Dehydration due to varying external factors could also trigger soft-poo hence don’t immediately start panicking!.😊

Other Not-So Bright Indicators 👎

Now things get real salty if I’m honest…If either one or both of below mentioned issues arise, unfortunately skin-tight leggings won’t be enough anymore too protect especially when trying put theory into practice :/

Dehydration:

Watch carefully whether the little tike looks thirstier due to unusual cranking sounds emanating from mouth followed by tongue looking dry with less urination takes place often indicates dehydration which can lead serious concerns. 😞
Also pay attention if their fontanelle (that squishy spot at the top of their head) appears sunken – this may be an indication they need medical attention fast.

Vomiting or Fever

If either vomiting presents disruptively odorous spurts(I know—how charming!) while fever remains high, it’s time to escalate your concerns. Call your pediatrician and discuss the situation with them.

There are some other symptoms that should be tackled by medical experts instead of you trying different things (don’t worry we have all been there but do avoid self-diagnosing). You might also observe rashes over their skin or blood in stool (Yes, I know it sounds hella scary 😰) —Do not freak out! All these developments happen due to various reasons such as allergies/milk protein intolerances etc.

Do’s and Don’ts 🚫

If after going through above indicators you still aren’t sure whether diarrhea has entered into the chatroom then here’s a quick rundown on what could help prevent any germs from spreading :

DO

  • Stay Hydrated: As diarrhea can lead to dehydration quickly, ensure clearing fluid replacement meant for kids gets administered accurately prescribed check ranges.

  • Skip Certain Foods: Avoid dairy foods/caffeine/fried eggs/artificial sweeteners as they first become difficult for newborns to properly digest while dealing when combating intestinal problems.

  • Keep Your Little One Clean: Use cotton washcloths gently wiped between diaper changes always use mild soaps which won’t cause dips on skin barrier protecting against harmful elements outdoors

DON’T

  • Avoid Over-the-Border Snapping:📷 Wait hold up—ridiculous wording right? But no seriously don’t snap photographs of poop patterns (“Poopfect”or “Poo-pourii”), because ain’t nobody want an extra-special album dedicated exclusively towards kiddie poops ! Like – NOO THANK YOU!

The biggest piece off advise coming out this pleasant write-up is that if nothing works seek medical help;sometimes peeps do need professional guidance ASAP!!( A typical disclaimer which probably shouldn’t make its way into markdown format)

Diarrhea is a common problem newborns go through, and many times it gets resolved within four to five days. It all comes down you keeping things in check but also not ranking up panic strikes over that “loose stool”. So take one step at a time staying calm 💆‍♀️ – always remember “Poop happens”.

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