37 An imbalanced, poor-quality diet may affect the mother's health adversely. When should I worry about the baby's stools and stool habits? You may need to be vigilant in the following situations: » The baby has not passed stool in the first 48 hours. » The baby is passing meconium even at the end of the first week. » The stool is pale whitish gray in color. » There is associated abdominal fullness with the delayed or infrequent passage of stools. » There is vomiting, especially yellowish or greenish, associated with the infrequent passage of stools. » There is blood in the stool. » The baby is not feeding well, and there is increased yellowness (jaundice). » There is a significant loss (more than 15-20%) of weight after birth. » The stool is very watery, and the frequency is more than 10-12 times per day. All the above will warrant seeking advice and help from a healthcare provider for obtaining guidance regarding the further action.
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