Baby's poop is very dry and crumbly: is baby dehydrated?
⚡ Short answer: When poop looks this way, your concern about not getting enough fluids could very well be on target.
Anonymous
bir anne · Diapers & Digestion
Poop is very dry and coming out in fragments. Might baby not be getting enough fluids?
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When poop looks this way, your concern about not getting enough fluids could very well be on target. In babies, dry, crumbly, and hard stool most often relates to insufficient fluid intake. This can also be from low-fiber feeding, adjusting to solid foods when starting them, or occasionally a mild fever-related illness. You can try increasing fluid intake by offering water, breast milk, or formula as appropriate for baby's age; if baby is eating solids, vegetable purees, pears, or prunes are good high-fiber supports. Dry stools for more than a week, baby struggling or crying while having bowel movements, or blood visible in the diaper means you should consult your pediatrician.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
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