Until about 6 weeks of age, most newborns will pass stool roughly 2–5 times per day, typically after every meal. After 6 weeks, the frequency of pooping typically decreases. The frequency of a newborn ...

Medically reviewed by Natalie Muth, M.D., MPH, RDN, FAAP, FACSMMedically reviewed by Natalie Muth, M.D., MPH, RDN, FAAP, FACSM It can be hard to tell what's normal when it comes to baby poop, ...

Noticed some green in your baby's diaper and wondering if it's normal? You're not alone! Though it might look odd, green poop ...

Poop is poop, right? Well, when it comes to baby poop, there’s actually a whole spectrum of normal colors and textures. So if you happen to spot white curds in your baby’s poop, the first thing to ...

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- Adding fiber to the diet for bowel health is standard advice for adults. Such wisdom also may benefit babies, say researchers who are testing the impact of fiber added to ...

Acute diarrhea, the most dreaded epidemic disease of newborn babies, kills thousands every year.* Doctors do not know its cause or cure. But last week a doctor described a treatment (already proved ...

A parent or caregiver needs to seek medical attention if the toddler’s diarrhea lasts more than 24 hours, is accompanied by a fever of 102°F (38°C) or higher, or there are signs of dehydration. While ...