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Less weight gain in breastfeeding baby
My son birth weight was 3.34kgs, he lost weight due to feeding difficulties and jaundice. His weight dropped to 3kgs and On day 11 weight was 3.04kgs. Now it's day 23 his weight is 3.21kgs. still not back to birth weight. Weight gain seems to be about 15gms per day which is lower than average of 25 to 30. He is still a little bit jaundiced. He pees and poops many times and seems content most times. He does take ocassional 60ml formula once in 2 days at night. Should I be worried about his weight gain?
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If the baby is passing urine 4-6 times a day , then feeding is adequate. Still try feeding atleast 50ml every 2-3 hours , and more in between if baby demands.
Keep in mind few basic things
1. Keep baby warm
2.Maintain proper hygiene
3. Proper breastfeeding technique
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Follow up on G6PD report
Consult if jaundice persists after a week
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Please take physical consultation for evaluation for jaundice and weight.
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Dr. Sachin Pariskar
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Pune
Kindly consult once physically to nearby pediatrician
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Dr. Jyothi
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Hyderabad
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Weight gain is sub optimal
Get a physical consultation to examine the baby and latching.
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Dr. Vinit M Mehta
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Vadodara
Yes of course
Weight gain is maximum in first 3 months.
Take help related to breastfeeding
Till then give formula feeds 60ml every 2 hourly
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Kindly consult for physically for further management
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Dr. Alpana Meena
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Sawai Madhopur
Just increase feed, 150ml/kg/day 2 hrly
Give breastfeed as much as possible
Weight monitoring every month
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Dr. Ramya
Pediatrician
6 yrs exp
Visakhapatnam
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Give some time, get physical evaluation for icterus.
Continue exclusive breastfeeding
Urine output more than 6 times is normal
Recheck the weight after 15 days.
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Dr. Sharvani Anjanappa
Pediatrician
6 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hii I understand your concern physical examination is required to assess his dehydration status.
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Kindly consult
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