A newborn's watery stools can surprise new parents, especially when the baby is breastfed. However, even experienced parents may be concerned about loose stools, which could be a sign that the baby has diarrhea. So it's important to determine whether a baby's watery stools are normal or cause for concern. Watery newborn poop --- What is normal and what is not? Normal. It is normal for a newborn to have watery or loose stools in the first few months after birth, when they are only receiving breast milk. These stools are often yellowish-brown in color and have a mustard-like consistency. It is also common to see white, seed-like particles in the stool. However, there are many normal variations in stools in breastfed babies, but you should soon see what your baby's normal stools look like.2. Not normal. Even though a breastfed baby's stools are somewhat watery, you will notice when they have diarrhea if there is excess fluid in the stool, which forms a "ring" around the stool in the baby's diaper. The stools may also be greenish, foamy and odorous. Bloody streaks in the stool may also be seen, and if accompanied by fever and weakness, your baby may be sick.3. Causes of watery stools. Loose stools can be caused by an infection, and they are most likely accompanied by fever and other symptoms. This can also happen when the mother consumes dairy products and sugary foods. Teething in children may also produce watery stools due to additional saliva ingestion.4. When to see a doctor. Most cases of loose stools improve within a few days to two weeks, especially if the baby remains healthy and active. However, in children with diarrhea, a serious complication is dehydration. occurring after each feeding for some babies or at least 5 times a day. It is important to note that breast milk is more easily digested than formula. For babies who are formula-fed, normal poops are usually: Brown or yellowish-brown Poops like pudding or nuts. -butterOrdinary poop smellLess common, occurring 3-4 times a dayWorks Citedhttp://everydaylife.globalpost.com/normal-breastfed-baby-watery-stool-2611.html http://www.babycentre.co.uk/ a551926 /your-baby-poop-what-normal-and-what-not http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/en/resourcecentres/pregnancybabies/newbornbabies/healthissuesinyournewbornbaby/pages/constipation-and-diarrhea-in-newborns.aspxhttp : //www.whattoexpect.com/first-year/ask-heidi/newborn-poop.aspx