How to Treat Baby Diarrhea
When your baby is ill and having gastrointestinal problems, it can be scary. Take care of your sweet angel and make sure that a little diarrhea doesn't turn into a big problem.
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You Will Need
- Diet evaluation
- Signs of infection
- Doctor
- Home treatments
- Increased fluid consumption
- Frequent changes
- Diaper cream
Steps
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Step 1
Evaluate diet
Evaluate your child's diet. If your baby is breastfed or formula-fed, their diet is not likely to be the problem. If your baby eats solids, suspect new foods or excessive fruit or juice consumption.
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Pay particular attention to common allergens, such as wheat, dairy, nuts, eggs, tomatoes, and citrus fruits.
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Step 2
Remove suspected allergens
Remove from your baby's diet any suspected allergens or food your baby may have an intolerance for.
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Step 3
Check for illness
Check to see if your baby has an illness by looking for signs of a possible viral or bacterial infection. Make an appointment to see your doctor and begin home treatments if you suspect illness.
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Step 4
Increase fluids
Increase your baby's fluid intake. Feed them extra breast milk, formula, water, or a children's electrolyte drink.
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Babies dehydrate easily. If your child can't keep anything down, call your doctor immediately.
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Step 5
Continue regular feeding
Feed your baby as normal, if they will eat. A healthy diet will help to restore lost nutrients in their body.
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You may also consider the BRAT diet to ease an upset tummy. Feed your child bananas, rice, apples, and toast until the diarrhea subsides.
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Step 6
Try yogurt
Have your child eat yogurt if you do not suspect a dairy allergy. The live cultures will help to balance their intestinal tract.
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Step 7
Change diapers frequently
Change your baby's diaper frequently and slather on diaper cream to prevent rashes.
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Step 8
Be observant
Watch for any change in behavior, attitude, urination frequency, or vomiting. In a few days, your little one should be good as new.
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Marion Donovan invented the disposable diaper, which was patented in 1951.
