Posts Tagged ‘newborn’
Understanding GREEN Poop in Children
When it comes to parenting, there’s rarely a dull moment, especially when it comes to baby poop. It’s not uncommon to encounter a surprising range of colours, textures, and smells. Amidst the sea of yellow and brown, you might encounter a peculiar shade: green poop. While it can be concerning at first, understanding the reasons…
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Meconium 101: Decoding Newborn Baby Poop
Babies are full of surprises, and their poop is no exception! In the early days of a newborn’s life, parents are introduced to a special kind of poop known as meconium. Brace yourselves, because this dark, sticky substance is about to shed some light on the fascinating world of baby bowel movements. Let’s explore meconium…
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The PURPLE.
The PURPLE. (period) is a really helpful term for that period of time when young babies seem to be very unsettled, crying a lot but are otherwise absolutely healthy. I think it’s a better term than ‘colicky’ because it describes what to expect. It’s a mnemonic that stands for this: P = Peak of Crying…
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What you need to know about your child’s genitals
Becoming a parent is a steep learning curve and the last thing you want is to feel stressed over something that is actually normal! I really believe that empowering yourself with knowledge makes life easier. I always write with this in mind…. and this includes being confident with our children’s genitalia. In the two video’s…
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What colour should poop be?
Poop changes colour and consistency from the day that your baby is born up until they’re established on solids and then again at anytime depending on their diet and health. It can be scary to suddenly see that your child’s poop is red or green. So it’s really important to know what’s normal and when…
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