Green poop happens. Here’s what’s causing that colorful load.
, and your pediatrician has prescribed iron supplements, it’s important to know that they can also cause dark green baby poop.),” and that can result in a distinctly colored poop. Additionally, soft green poop could be the result of a virus or teething, so watch your little one for other symptoms.
It’s worth noting that green poop isn’t exclusive to newborns and infants. “Bright green poop could mean a child has eaten something with green food coloring…. Toddlers sometimes eat things they shouldn’t , so this can also cause green stool,” says Hormann.Decoding the causes of your child’s colorful diapers isn’t particularly fun; rather, it can be downright panic-inducing for parents. The good news? When it comes to green baby poop, there usually isn’t much to worry about.
In addition, there are a few other baby poop colors that should be flagged with your pediatrician. White stools could indicate a liver problem, and bloody stools may suggest a milk intolerance or an infection, adds Hormann. “Bloody stools can look bright red like blood, meaning the bleeding is somewhere in the intestines, or dark black like tar, which suggests the bleeding is somewhere in the upper GI tract .
Baby’s diaper will keep you guessing throughout the next several months. Green poop happens. There’s no cause to stress. Monitor baby’s diaper, and try not to obsessMD, FAAP, is the vice dean for educational programs and professor of pediatrics at UTHealth. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston.MD, is a pediatrician at Children’s Physicians in Omaha, Nebraska. He received his medical degree from the West Virginia School of Medicine.
Please note: The Bump and the materials and information it contains are not intended to, and do not constitute, medical or other health advice or diagnosis and should not be used as such. You should always consult with a qualified physician or health professional about your specific circumstances.
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