Is My Baby’s Diaper Normal?

Welcome to parenthood: a world full of tiny socks, endless love — and surprisingly complicated diaper changes.

If you’re a new parent staring at your baby's diaper wondering, "Is this normal?" — you are not alone.

Here’s the good news: most of the surprises you’ll find during diaper changes are completely normal. Here’s what to expect (and when to call your pediatrician).

🎨 What Color is Normal for a Newborn Diaper?

• Mustard Yellow: Totally normal for breastfed babies.

• Greenish Tints: Often digestion-related, especially during transitions between breastmilk and formula.

• Orange or Rust Colored Specks: Can be urate crystals — common in the first few days of life.

When to call the doctor:

• Bright red blood in stool

• Chalky white or grey stools

• Persistent black stools after the first week

🧸 Texture Matters Too

Newborn stools range from runny and seedy to thicker paste-like textures as your baby's digestion matures. Watch for:

• Sudden major changes

• Excessive mucus

• Signs of pain or distress during bowel movements

Otherwise, a little variety is completely normal.

📞 When It’s Time to Call Your Pediatrician

Always trust your instincts. Reach out if you notice:

• Blood in the stool

• Persistent white, grey, or very pale poop

• A distended, hard tummy

• Consistent crying during diaper changes

  
  

You know your baby better than anyone. 🤍

🍼 Make Diaper Changes Easier (Because You'll Be Doing It 10–12 Times a Day)

Changing diapers isn’t just a daily task — it becomes the rhythm of newborn life.

At No More Squirmy Baby, we designed our patented changing pad to help parents make those constant changes safer, calmer, and faster.

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✅ Happier parents

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The truth is, no diaper is perfect — but with the right tools, you can make diaper changes smoother, safer, and even a little bit sweeter.

You’ve got this. And we’ve got you. 💛

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