Leaving the protective barrier of the mother's body, newborns need to perceive everything in the outside world again. Due to their weak resistance and immune system, newborns are prone to diarrhea. For new moms, this can be a challenging issue. Today, pediatric experts will explain the causes of diarrhea in newborns!
(1) Unsanitary diet. The food given to the baby should be fresh and clean. Do not feed the baby with spoiled food, and pay attention to disinfecting the utensils.
(2) Lack of cleanliness during breastfeeding. Breast milk is the most suitable for the baby's nutritional needs and digestion. It contains a large number of components that can improve the baby's immune system. Breastfeeding is recommended for the first few months after birth. When feeding, adhere to the correct feeding method, feed on demand, and keep the feeding area clean. It is also not advisable to stop breastfeeding in the summer or when the baby is sick.
(3) Delay in introducing complementary foods. Whether it is breastfeeding or formula feeding, babies grow and develop rapidly, and parents should introduce complementary foods to the baby on time. When introducing complementary foods, pay attention to the baby's digestive and absorptive abilities. Only add one type of food at a time, gradually increasing the amount, to ensure the baby's nutritional needs.
(4) Poor quality of food. Within the first 3 months after birth, if there is insufficient breast milk, it can be supplemented with milk or soy milk, but they need to be appropriately diluted for the baby to fully digest and absorb. When breastfeeding is not sufficient or when mixed feeding or formula feeding is adopted, attention should be paid to diet. Feeding the baby with too much or too early introduction of rice cereal or porridge is inappropriate, as it can lead to poor digestion of carbohydrates and affect the baby's growth and development. When the baby has a poor appetite, do not force them to eat.
(5) Weak constitution and poor immune system of the baby. When the weather is warm, it is beneficial to take the baby outdoors more often to enhance their adaptation to the natural environment and improve their physical strength and resistance to various diseases.
(6) Negative stimuli to the baby. Prevent the baby from being overworked, frightened, or mentally stressed in daily life.
(7) Inadequate hygiene and care in summer. Dress the baby appropriately, avoiding extremes of cold or heat. Pay attention to keeping the abdomen warm when sleeping at night. Give the baby plenty of water, and give them warm baths. Maintain a moderate diet and avoid consuming excessive fatty foods.
(8) Cross-infection. As infectious diarrhea is prone to outbreaks, if the baby or parents have diarrhea, they must be isolated for treatment and the feces should be disinfected.
Parents always want to provide their babies with more and better food. However, the low acidity of the baby's stomach and insufficient digestive enzymes can lead to indigestion and even newborn diarrhea if they consume too much food. Parents don't need to worry, as digestion function gradually matures and improves with age, and diarrhea will eventually resolve without the need for medication in most cases. Limiting the amount of food and adding gastric proteases can help improve digestion and reduce diarrhea, without the need for anti-diarrheal or anti-inflammatory drugs. The editor wishes your baby a speedy recovery!
