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Baby weight gain issue
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My baby girl is 2 months old now, her birth weight was 2.9kgs and now it's 3.7 kgs... is this normal or is she having some trouble in weight gain? Please guide...Thankyou in advance
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Dr. Tangade Vishal Bhanudas
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Pune
Visit physically to nearby pediatrician.
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Rajkot
Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Swati Dokania
Pediatrician
6 yrs exp
Bangalore
In the first 2 months of life, a newborn baby typically gains weight rapidly. Here's a general outline of expected weight gain:
1. First month (0-30 days):
- Average weight gain: 150-200 grams per week
- Total weight gain: 600-800 grams
2. Second month (31-60 days):
- Average weight gain: 100-150 grams per week
- Total weight gain: 400-600 grams (0.9-1.3 pounds)
This rapid growth is essential for their development, and it's crucial to monitor their weight gain to ensure they're receiving adequate nutrition.
You mentioned that your baby's birth weight was 2.9 kg and at 2 months, it's now 3.7 kg.
After calculating the weight gain, I noticed that your baby has gained 0.8 kg (or 800 grams) in the first 2 months. While this is slightly less than the expected range of 1-1.2 kg (1,000-1,200 grams), it's not alarming.
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However, I would recommend you l to schedule a follow-up appointment with your Pediatrician to:
1. Check your baby's overall health and development.
2. Ensure proper feeding techniques and adequate nutrition.
3. Monitor for any underlying medical conditions.
Please let me know a convenient time for you, and I'll make sure to schedule it accordingly.
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Keep in mind that these are general guidelines, and every baby grows at their own pace. Factors like breastfeeding, formula feeding, and individual growth rates can influence weight gain. Always consult your pediatrician if you have concerns about your baby's growth or development.
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Dr. Apoorva I G
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello mam
As per the details provided, your baby's weight gain is suboptimal (approximately 16g/day)
We expect a weight gain of 20-40gram/day.
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Ensure direct breast feeding on demand -at least 10-12 feeds in a day including at least 3 times night time feeding
During each feeding- you should feed for at least 20-30 min on one breast till complete breast emptying and then offer other breast
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Along with following above breast feeding steps, if the baby is still not gaining adequate weight - we will need to assess for other causes of lesser weight gain
please feel free to reach out for further doubts and clarification
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