1. Why do 7-month-old babies have diarrhea?
1.1 Dietary issues
Seven-month-old babies are in the stage of adding complementary foods. If the food is inappropriate or has indigestion, it can easily cause gastrointestinal problems.
1.2 Infection with viruses
The immune system of 7-month-old babies is not yet mature and they are susceptible to viral infections, which can lead to diarrhea.
1.3 Low resistance
If the body resistance of a 7-month-old baby is low, he or she may be easily infected by bacteria and viruses, causing gastrointestinal problems.
2. How to prevent diarrhea in 7-month-old babies?
2.1 Reasonable diet
When adding complementary foods to 7-month-old babies, pay attention to diet and nutritional balance, and avoid too much greasy and irritating food.
2.2 Keep it clean
Babies’ skin and digestion are relatively delicate and need to be kept clean and hygienic. Change children into clean clothes every day and ensure hand hygiene.
2.3 Prevention of infection
Avoid letting children come into contact with sources of infection, such as crowded places, sick people, etc., and increase indoor ventilation to keep the air fresh.
What are the symptoms of diarrhea in babies aged 3 and 7 months?
3.1 Diarrhea
The main symptoms of diarrhea in 7-month-old babies are diarrhea, increased stool frequency, lighter color, and thin texture.
3.2 Fever
Some children will have diarrhea and fever at the same time. This is the body\’s resistance to fight against infection.
3.3 Vomiting
If the child\’s gastrointestinal problems are serious, vomiting may occur.
4. How to deal with diarrhea in a 7-month-old baby?
4.1 Hydrating Oral Liquid
Children need to replenish water and electrolytes promptly after having diarrhea. You can give your child oral rehydration solution or homemade salt water.
4.2 Proper diet
After your child has diarrhea, you can feed him some easily digestible food, such as rice noodles, bananas, etc. Avoid feeding some spicy and greasy foods.
4.3 Observation
If your child\’s condition is not very good or lasts for too long, you need to seek medical treatment in time and undergo some necessary examinations and treatments.
To sum up, diarrhea is a relatively common problem for 7-month-old babies. Parents should pay attention to diet and hygiene habits and deal with their children\’s gastrointestinal problems in a timely manner. If the situation is serious and requires medical attention, it should not be taken lightly.
