Keep in mind, though, that green stools can suggest a number of different 
causes ( can think of three or four), and in some babies are normal for 
them.  The most important thing is to observe green stools in relation to 
the baby's overall health and progress.  If the individual baby is doing 
nicely, is healthy and active and is gaining, the old saying  "if it ain't 
broke, don't fix it" applies. Reassurance is necessary, rather than 
increasing the mother's anxiety. If the baby happens to have green stools 
and has other symptoms or distress then, sure, investigate.

Virginia Thorley
in Brisbane, QLD, Australia 

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