Common urine colors for babies, kids and teens
- Clear. When urine appears clear, it’s most often a result of drinking a lot of water. Babies will often have similar urine colors to kids and teens, but it’s common for their urine to be pale or colorless for the first few days after birth. Then, as babies start to feed, their urine will become more concentrated and turn pale yellow.
- Pale Yellow. This is the ideal color for urine. It indicates that the body is well-hydrated and functioning properly. You can tell your kids that this color means they are drinking enough water.
- Dark Yellow: If urine is darker than pale yellow, it might mean that your kids need to drink more water. It could indicate mild dehydration. With increased hydration, your child’s urine color should become paler after a few hours.
- Amber or honey: If urine appears amber or honey-colored, it’s a sign of dehydration. Encourage your child to drink water immediately.
- Orange: Orange urine can be caused by certain medications or foods, but it can also indicate dehydration or liver problems. Encourage your child to drink water and monitor their urine color.
Less common urine colors in babies, kids and teens
- Pink or red: Although foods and drinks may cause urine to appear red or pink, it could also be a sign of blood in the urine, which could indicate a health issue. If your child’s urine is pink or red, they should see a doctor right away.
- Blue or green: Sometimes, certain foods or medications can cause urine to appear blue or green. While this is usually harmless, it’s a good idea to mention it to a doctor if it persists.
- Cloudy or foamy: Cloudy or foamy urine might indicate a urinary tract infection (UTI). If your child’s urine appears consistently cloudy or foamy, they should see a doctor.
