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My baby is 2.5 months old her weight is 5.1kg.. birth weight was 3.2 kg on 1.5 months weight was 4.5. in this month she gained only 600gms.she is exculsively on breastfeeding is it normal? Or shall I start giving formula once in a day. Please guide
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Weight gain is good dont worry too much on weight every month.... if the baby is feeding well and playing well thats a good sign... 2.5 months 5 kg is good weight gain
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Use multivitamin and vit d drops and do burping
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It's good weight for the age and baby is gaining weight adequately . So just continue with exclusive breastfeeding. No need of formula.
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