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Weight gain
My son birth weight was 2.895 kg and now at 6 weeks he is 4 kg.
I give him both breastfeed milk and formula. Formula usually 2-3 times a day. Rest breastmilk on demand.
Is this weight gain healthy??
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Your baby is growing well. A weight gain of around 30 grams per day is ideal, and your baby has achieved that. This shows feeding is adequate, and your baby is thriving.
Next Steps
Continue encouraging breastfeeding as the main feed
Use formula only to supplement if:
Baby seems unsatisfied after feeds
Weight gain slows down
Mother’s supply is low
Avoid overfeeding formula as it may reduce breastfeeding
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Next check weight again at 10–12 weeks
Also monitor:
Urine output (≥6 wet nappies/day)
Baby’s alertness and activity
Development milestones
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Your baby’s weight gain is completely normal. Gaining around 1.1 kg in 6 weeks shows that feeding is going well and your baby is growing as expected.
Keep offering regular feeds, watch for wet diapers, and give tummy time and gentle stimulation
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birth weight of 2.895 kg and a weight of 4 kg at 6 weeks is a healthy weight gain. It shows that your baby is growing well. Continue to breastfeed on demand and extra feed as top feed
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