It s always a good idea to talk with your baby s doctor any time your baby has diarrhea. If your child has mild diarrhea, your baby s doctor may recommend that you offer her formula or breast milk along with a commercially available electrolyte solution like Enfalyte . These solutions help maintain normal body water and electrolyte levels until the diarrhea has decreased. Once it has, you can gradually resume your baby s normal diet. If you think your baby has chronic diarrhea lasting one week or more be sure to talk with your baby s doctor.
Chronic diarrhea can cause failure to thrive.
The most important part of treating diarrhea is to prevent your baby from becoming dehydrated. All Rights Reserved.