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2023-10-06 16:52:22
Hello doctor, my baby was born with a weight if 3.1kg All normal no need for NICU. After a month his weight is 6.3kg. He has been on both BM and FM as milk supply was low. Is this weight gain normal? He does not have any problem even now healthy and active. Please suggest. Thanks
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Weight gain is more than expected. Usually they gain 1kg in a month. Please visit a pediatrician for advice.

Answered2023-10-07 02:48:14

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Yes,weight gain is more than expected.kindly do teleconsulatation in detail for further opinion

Answered2023-10-07 06:15:27

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His weight gain is normal

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