THere is a wide range of what is normal for babies, while many don't have stool after each feed it is quite normal for this to happen and is a good sign that she is taking plenty of milk. It is also quite normal for it to be watery as after all she is only having liquid; however if you are at all concerned then check at the maternal health clinic as they will be able to observe and hopefully reassure you that all is well.
Wake the baby for feeding?
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Thanks TNT,
Actually I have an appointment with the MCH on 22nd for vaccination. Do I have to make another appointment or can I just ask the doctor to check my baby after the vaccination?
My baby only takes milk for 5-10 minutes (breastfeeding). So I also don't know whether it's enough? Sometimes I have to wake her up during the feeding & ask her to drink more. But it's not always successful.
Actually I have an appointment with the MCH on 22nd for vaccination. Do I have to make another appointment or can I just ask the doctor to check my baby after the vaccination?
My baby only takes milk for 5-10 minutes (breastfeeding). So I also don't know whether it's enough? Sometimes I have to wake her up during the feeding & ask her to drink more. But it's not always successful.
carang
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deasy, you MUST relax about all of this. it will affect your supply if you continue to worry about it all.
first: as others have said, it is perfectly normal for babies to have watery stools. they only have liquid intake, it would be very strange for them to have anything solid in their poop if all they are having is liquid.
second: it is also normal for some babies to poop each and every nappy. it is also normal for some babies to only poop every day or two! there is a HUGE range of normal!
third: for nappy rash, buy desitin. it creates a barrier between the bottom and the liquid and prevents rashes from starting (my girl got terrible rashes if she was left even 5 minutes with a wet/dirty nappy).
fourth: some babies are efficient eaters and only EVER suck for 5-10 minutes. both of mine were like this. if your baby is feeding regularly and is producing enough nappies, then you are doing it right.
lastly: you do not need to make another appt with the MHC. the nurses will ALWAYS meet with you to discuss any issues before baby gets the injection.
you need to have confidence in yourself and your abilities.
good luck!
first: as others have said, it is perfectly normal for babies to have watery stools. they only have liquid intake, it would be very strange for them to have anything solid in their poop if all they are having is liquid.
second: it is also normal for some babies to poop each and every nappy. it is also normal for some babies to only poop every day or two! there is a HUGE range of normal!
third: for nappy rash, buy desitin. it creates a barrier between the bottom and the liquid and prevents rashes from starting (my girl got terrible rashes if she was left even 5 minutes with a wet/dirty nappy).
fourth: some babies are efficient eaters and only EVER suck for 5-10 minutes. both of mine were like this. if your baby is feeding regularly and is producing enough nappies, then you are doing it right.
lastly: you do not need to make another appt with the MHC. the nurses will ALWAYS meet with you to discuss any issues before baby gets the injection.
you need to have confidence in yourself and your abilities.
good luck!
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Carang, thanks a lot for your advices. Everything is new for me so worry too much.
Will try using Desitin. Actually, I have used Egozite but it only worked for some days then the rashes come back
So sad to see my little one with red, swollen & sometimes bleeding bottom (
Will try using Desitin. Actually, I have used Egozite but it only worked for some days then the rashes come back
So sad to see my little one with red, swollen & sometimes bleeding bottom (