CMPA symptoms include:

• Reflux, frequent vomiting

• Pain - unsettled crying (colic).

• Loose stools (diarrhoea), constipation, or blood in poo. Mucous and ‘weird’ coloured and very offensive poos.

• Persistent skin rashes, such as eczema or hives, after feeding. Redness and rashes around the bottom.

• Poor weight gain, food refusal, or significant irritability

New parents often worry about baby poop—its colour, texture, and frequency. This guide, written by a leading paediatric allergist, explains what’s normal, when to seek help, and how newborn poop can provide clues about gut health, allergies, and development during those early months.