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Is It Normal For A Preterm Baby At 6 Weeks To Pass Green Stool Followed By Yellow Stool?

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Posted on Tue, 30 Apr 2024
Question: Hi Foctor,

My baby is late preterm (35.5) now 6 weeks. He is on and abd formula fed. He passes dark green hard stool first and then normal yellow followed by that. Is there anything to worry.
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Answered by Dr. Arun (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
It's pretty normal

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
Based on your history and description, it is normal for a formula fed baby to pass such stools.
If baby is active and gaining weight and passing urine atleast 8 times per day, no need to worry.

I would suggest you to continue breastfeeding and try to decrease formula dress if possible.
Formula per se is not harmful but make sure baby receives good amount of breastfeeding.

If baby develops loose stools, or mixed with blood, mucus then you need to consult your pediatrician to rule out infection.
Otherwise no treatment is necessary for now.
Wishing your baby good health.
Regards
Dr Arun
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Is It Normal For A Preterm Baby At 6 Weeks To Pass Green Stool Followed By Yellow Stool?

Brief Answer: It's pretty normal Detailed Answer: Hi Thanks for writing to us. Based on your history and description, it is normal for a formula fed baby to pass such stools. If baby is active and gaining weight and passing urine atleast 8 times per day, no need to worry. I would suggest you to continue breastfeeding and try to decrease formula dress if possible. Formula per se is not harmful but make sure baby receives good amount of breastfeeding. If baby develops loose stools, or mixed with blood, mucus then you need to consult your pediatrician to rule out infection. Otherwise no treatment is necessary for now. Wishing your baby good health. Regards Dr Arun