Characteristics Of Normal Defecation Of 0-1 Months Old Babies That Must Be Known By Parents

Normal defecation of 0-1 month old babies (Freepik)

YOGYAKARTA - In the early days of birth, babies were still very vulnerable and needed special attention from parents, especially in terms of health. One indicator of the health of babies that can be observed daily is bowel movements (BAB). What is a normal defecation like for a 0-1 month old baby?

Newborn babies can defecate very often, or not at all in one day. Although it sounds trivial, frequency, color, and consistency of the baby's fess can be an important clue whether your little one's digestive condition is normal or requires medical attention. Let's understand the normal defecation of a baby aged 0-1 months, in terms of characteristics, frequency, and texture.

The following are the characteristics of normal defecation in infants aged 0-1 months which is important for parents to know:

On the first few days after birth, the baby will issue a meconium, namely the first black, sticky, and odorless feces. This meconium comes from substances that are swallowed when the baby is still in the womb, such asfuel liquid and dead skin cells. This condition is normal and usually lasts for 13 days.

After the mekonium is fully out, the baby's feces will change along with the intake of food that enters its body. Babies who consume exclusive breast milk usually have bright yellow feces, with a mustard-like texture and a less pungent aroma.

The frequency of defecating in babies can vary widely. In the first to the fourth week, babies can defecate from 4'12 times a day. This is very common, especially in babies breastfeeding breast milk because breast milk is easier to digest and stimulate the movements of the intestines.

But some babies can also not defecate for 1.2 days, and this can still be considered normal. As long as the baby doesn't show signs of pain, excess bloating stomach, or excessive fuss.

The color and texture of the baby's fess is highly dependent on the type of intake provided and the age of the baby. The following is the color range that is still considered normal:

What needs to be watched out for is a white, pale, red (bloody), or black feces after the mekonium ends. This condition can indicate serious problems in the digestive tract.

Although the variation of defecation can vary in each baby, parents still need to be aware of the following signs:

Such is the review of the characteristics of the normal defecation of babies aged 0-1 months which is important for parents to know. Understanding the normal defecation pattern in newborns can help parents to be calmer and alert if unusual signs appear. Also read how to adjust the baby's sleep pattern so they don't stay up late.

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