Is it normal to pass stool 8 times a day in 6 month baby?
Patient: Hello, I would like to know normal process of 6 month old baby s stool cycle...My daughter is passing stool almost 6 to 8 times in a day...Starting the day with the perfect cleaning, even after every meal - feeding, she is passing stool a little amount, but almost 6 to 8 times... Is this cycle is ok...Or do I need to have a check with doctor for her... Thanks in advance for your feedback. Regards Ayyappan.V Doctor: Hi, the average stool frequency at this age is 4-5 times per day, however in a breastfeeding baby 8 to 10 times passing stool is not uncommon. More important is the nature of the stool, whether too hard or watery. You can compare stool consistency by matching with Bristol stool chart( search in google). If the stool consistency is not normal you should visit your doctor.Moreover good appetite and gaining normal weight ( at 6 months her weight should be double her birth weight) is also an indicator of normal digestion and absorption. At this age you should take advice from your pediatrician regarding starting of complementary feeding. Thanks