Baby's first poop is one of the first milestones your little one will hit — maybe even before coming out of the womb. The official name for this bowel movement is called meconium and fair warning: it ...

Wondering about your newborn's pooping habits? Pediatrian Cindy Gellner, MD, demystifies what is normal—from frequent poops to the occasional blowout. Learn when to relax and when to worry about your ...

“Meconium” is the medical term for the substance (stool) that is passed during a baby’s first bowel movement. You’ll typically see it within the first 2 days after birth, but it may happen sooner or ...