infants






 

Question by  gorchuck (29)

Should a baby get green stool from soy?

 
+7

Answer by  technogeek (6640)

It is not uncommon, but if it is happening, consider changing the baby to a non-soy formula because the soy might be too strong for their system.

 
+6

Answer by  brandi10 (816)

Many parents choose soy formula for a variety of reasons. Soy formula has been known to cause green stools that should subside within a few weeks and become more consistent.

 
+6

Answer by  kitkatbaker (24)

In general, green stool simply means that the stool is passing through the bady faster than normal. That could be as a result of the soy, but sometimes babies' stool is just green.

 
+4

Answer by  hmmm (290)

I don't think they necessarily should have a geen stool, but it's okay. It just depends on how they digest it, so some babies may have a green stool from soy or other formula and some may not.

 
+4

Answer by  alrac (197)

Unless they're black or red, it's probably no cause for alarm. If the stools are constantly green or the baby is constipated or has diarrhea, call the pediatrician.

 
You have 50 words left!