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Baby is gaining wt but looks slim
My baby is १ year old now but he looks very slim, not chubbier like other babies of this age, his wt is 11kg and height is 73cm,
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His height and weight is normal as per IAP growth charts. He is doing fine
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Hi, Do not compare. Her weight is adequate for her age. Nothing to worry
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