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Weight gain in babies

2021-09-27 08:53:10
Q. Is there any upper limit for weight gain in babies? My baby is 6 months old. Her birth weight is 2.570 and now she is 8 kgs. Is that okay?
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Weight can be monitored using growth charts which take into account the age and height of baby simultaneously

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Yes it's ok for 6 month baby.. all you have to do is proper weaning of baby and watch milestones ..

Answered2021-09-27 08:58:30

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It's good considering her birth weight. Weight should be doubled the birth weight by 5 to 6 th month.

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Still fine. But consult pediatrician if you have doubt

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