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Hello Doctors... I have 32 weeks prematured baby. 40 weeks completed now. 2 months completed. How many times passing stool per day is normal ?my baby passing 5 to 6 times. Is this diarrhea? She passed stool after feed. She is active. Feeding well and sleep well.
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Passing stool 5 to 6 times a day is generally considered normal for a two-month-old infant, especially if they are breastfeeding, as many babies have a bowel movement after every feeding. True diarrhea is usually characterized by a sudden increase in frequency and a very watery consistency rather than just frequent soft stools. Since the baby is active, feeding well, and sleeping well, these are positive signs of overall health. You should monitor for concerning symptoms like fever, blood in the stool, or signs of dehydration.
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5-6 times or even more in a day is normal. If there is no watery stool with blood and mucus pain and fever no need to worry.
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It is normal. 5-7 times in a day is considered normal if feeding is adequate weight gain is adequate and passing urine regularly.
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Dont worry its normal only
Newborn babies pass stools 8-10 times in a day
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Dr. Harika Prakerla
Pediatrician
6 yrs exp
Guntur
Passing stool 5-6 times a day is normal. No need to worry
Once you start solids then the frequency reduces
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