Should I be worried if my baby has a strong smell to her urine?

Question

She is 5mo old, and just started eating cereal and have added fruit.

Answer 1

I would check with her pedi to make sure she doesn't have a UTI.  If she doesn't then it must just be from the new foods, but definately check with her doc.

Answer 2

possible urine infection

Answer 3

Does she have any other symptoms?  Is the colour dark yellow?  Sometimes new foods will alter the smell.  If she has a fever, I'd be worried about a bladder infection.  If she seems fine otherwise, I wouldn't worry too much, but I might up her fluid intake for a feeding or two just to be sure.  Good Luck!

Answer 4

If it smells like urine (just stronger) then it could be that she isn't hydrated enough.

Answer 5

Make sure she is drinking enough. sounds like she could be dehydrated. urine has a darker color and  a stronger smell when a person is dehydrated.  a urinary tract infection could be a possibility as well. Up her fluids for a day and see if that makes a difference. If not, have her checked out by your doctor just to be sure.