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2022-12-29 11:26:16
My daughter is 1 month 1 week born at 34 weeks 2 days with bw 1.8kg and ofc 28cm. Now her ofc is 33cm.Is it normal?
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Need to check physically once

Answered2022-12-29 13:00:25

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Please get it checked with nearby Pediatrician. Is her soft spot bulging?

Answered2022-12-29 12:48:42

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Kindly visit your pediatrician as for accurate measurement.This increase in head circumference is more than normal.

Answered2022-12-29 12:01:33

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