Baby poo guide: colour and texture differences
Baby poo guide: colour and texture differences
Let's talk about baby poo!
Baby poo. Once you become a parent, it’s hard to remember a time when your baby’s toilet habits weren’t such an important topic of conversation. But the fact of the matter is, you’ll find yourself talking about poo. A lot.
With an average of 1820 nappy changes in your baby’s first year1, you’re going to become very familiar with your baby’s pooing habits. And that’s a good thing, because you’ll be able to notice if there’s anything unusual.
Deja-poo - what to expect
Baby poo raises a lot of questions, such as how often should babies poo? What are the different types of poos in babies? And why is my baby’s poo green?
What’s ‘normal’ for your baby is all going to depend on the things they eat and drink, and how old they are. So, let’s take a look at what to expect when it comes to the colour, frequency and volume of that all important baby poo. Take a look at our handy baby poo chart to get started!
Baby poo - it’s got your baby’s back!
The poonami isn’t the stuff of legend - the struggle is real! That moment when you realise that your baby’s poo has escaped their nappy and can now be found all the way up their back.
The best way to avoid this happening is to ensure that your baby’s nappies fit well around their bum and legs, and are the correct size.
The bottom line
Baby poo is just one of those things you get used to dealing with when it comes to being a parent. But whether it’s understanding your baby’s first poo, or guiding them through the potty training process, remember that you know your baby better than anyone. Just take things one day at a time and follow your baby’s lead.
If you’ve got any questions, or want to talk about what to expect when it comes to all things baby poo, our team of baby experts is available to offer reassurance and advice. We’re here whenever you need us, so just give us a call.