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Baby is not gaining weight properly
My baby is 9 month old now.but her weight is only 8.60kg. when she was 6 months old her weight was 8 kg. After 3 months only 600g is increased. Why her weight is not increasing or very slow growth rate. I am worried about her growth. pls suggest is it normal or need to be consulted with Dr.
Birth weight - 2.750kg
6 months weight - 8kg
9 month weight 8.60kg
Height 65 CM
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Weight gain is not that bad. Depending on her birth weight it is near normal. Give her cereal based diet with adequate proteins and calories. Continue breastfeeding till 2 years atleast and 5 meals daily.
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