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Baby not gaining weight .
My baby boys birth weight was 3.25 kg.
his weight at 26 days is 3.05 kgs.
he has not yet reached his birth weight .
he has around 300 - 350 ml per day .that's the maximum he has. both mothers and formula milk. because mothers milk is not enough .
kindly guide .
thanks
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Weight loss not normal .There can be many causes from Lactational failure to complex hormonal problems .Immediate one to one assessment by Pediatrician necessary
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There are many causes for failure to gain weight.
Needs proper assessment
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Your baby needs to undergo a detailed evaluation. There are multiple causes why babies don't gain weight, like inadequate feeding, infections, malabsorption etc etc.
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Visit a hospital and meet a pediatrician or consult online.
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