Slow weight gain

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Slow weight gain

Asked for Female, 34 Years

My daughter is going weight. Can I give mct oil to my baby or formulae milk .I am giving breastmilk maximum

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Dr. Akshdeep Pediatrician 9 yrs exp Chandigarh Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Akshdeep

Pediatrician 9 yrs exp Chandigarh

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Breast feeding is the ideal food for a baby upto 6 months As per her age, only if the weight is falling below a certain level, it should be worrisome otherwise if the child is taking enough breast feeds frequently, then formula feed is not required.

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Discuss weight and age of the child and confirm if baby is actually weighing below required range

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Use of formula while breast feeding is not recommended if sufficient milk production is present.