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What is the ideal weight gain during pregnancy

My 47 days old son recently went through check-up. It was calculated that he's gaining weight at the rate of 44.8 gms per day (ideal being 20gms) and doctor suggested me to cut back feeding a bit as he's going on the track of overweight. Any suggestions on what needs to be done?

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Weight gain for first 3 months of life is 28-30gm per day. If you are giving your milk you should not worry about the weight gain. Continue feeding on demand or once in every 3 hours whichever vis ear ...  Read More

I am 7 month pregnant and my weight is 48.5 kg now. Before pregnancy my weight was 39 kg. Is it fine or do I need to gain more weight??

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I started pregnancy with 61kg n I am 5.4 feet n now at 7th month of pregnancy I am 65kg is this ideal weight gain?

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You need to take high fiber low fat diet. Ask me directly for customized diet plan for you. ...  Read More

Can you gain weight during the first month of your pregnancy. If yes then how much weight is gained.

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Most will gain 2 to 4 pounds (1 to 2 kilograms) during the first trimester, and then 1 pound (0.5 kilogram) a week for the rest of the pregnancy.  ...  Read More

What should be the ideal weight for twin babies if they are delivered at 35 week of pregnancy

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My wife has conceived. 5weeks since LMP. What should be the ideal weight to minimize pregnancy risks? She is 5'3" and currently weighs 60kgs. A tentative (Bengali non-veg) diet chart for her would be welcomed.

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Ideal wt.gain during pregnancy is 11 kgs. 1 kg in first trimester that is till 12 wks . Then 1.5 kg every month after that.so at least don't worry about her wt. At present.go for regular antenatal che ...  Read More

I am a 23 year old female...My height is 5'4 inch and weight is 60kg What should be my ideal weight?

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According to your height your ideal weight should be 59 kgs. ...  Read More

What is my ideal weight i am 26 now, height is 175cm weight is 76 now... Please help me.... Now planning for diet

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Your ideal weight will be around 70 to 72 kg. You can start doing some intense exercise and take up a customised diet plan , you can easily reach your goal. ...  Read More

I need guidance on my ideal weight and how to get there. I feel my diet is required to give me clear skin as well, so need help for that.

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U need to have a planned diet. Eat plenty of vegetables,fruits,wholegrains,sprouts in ur meals. Millets are healthy too. Physical activities ,sports playing,exercises,yoga are for fitness. Avoid fast ...  Read More

Hi what should be my ideal weight my height is around 5.6 age 29 kindly tell anybody help me .whst should be mine ideal weight

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Your ideal weight should be 67 kgs. ...  Read More

Sir and Ma'am, Was on nexito 20,tapered and currently on nexito 5.Weight gain is the issue, pls suggest any other SSRI with no weight gain. Regards

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Weight gain can occur with escitalopram (Nexito), especially with long-term use. However, the choice of an alternative antidepressant depends on your diagnosis, current symptom control, previous respo ...  Read More

Hi, I am facing issue to reduce weight, my face is became round which is making me depressed..I don't eat much still gained lots of weight, I walk other than that no exercise I am able to do..because I get body pain ,tiredness ,breathless feeling..I really want to lose weight please help me out ..I have pcod/pcos issue. No thyroid, nothing I have ,

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

My baby birth weight -3.190 kg 45 days - 4.960 kg 77 days - 5.620 kg 101 days- 5.950 kg Is it normal ? I m worried as the weight gain has decreased

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Kindly consult once for discussion ...  Read More

I want to weight -gain but I can't anymore.. Can I take Ayuvya i-gain tablet ?is it suitable for me?

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Tablets are not a solution. It's only in addition to a balanced wholesome diet that tablet can help . Regular balanced meals with a balance of excercise and rest will help you in the long run . Book a ...  Read More

My baby birth weight is 3 kg now she is 1 month 20 days old and her weight is 3.77 is this normal gain or less

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Hii All newborn baby first 7 days lose weight upto 10%. Then gradually gaining weight 20-30g/day. ...  Read More

Need to know why the weight gain is so high even when food consumption is nominal

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Hi Please do a basic blood test panel to understand if there’s any other reason causing your weight gain. ...  Read More

Hello doctor, I am struggling with many problems at the same time. For example, my weight does not increase. I am very thin and my weight never increases even after eating very good food. Sometimes my digestion is fine and sometimes it becomes worst. My skin also stays dull, loose, and dry. I have tried many things — I have taken protein and

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TLC and lymphocytes count is high .its due to viral infection ongoing or inflammatory process. This can contribute to poor digestion, poor appetite, and difficulty gaining weight. Thalassemia minor al ...  Read More

Hello doctor, I am struggling with many problems at the same time. For example, my weight does not increase. I am very thin and my weight never increases even after eating very good food. Sometimes my digestion is fine and sometimes it becomes worst. My skin also stays dull, loose, and dry. I have tried many things — I have taken protein and

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

My daughter is 6 year old. Date of birth is 20th January 2020. Now her weight is 17.40 Is this normal.???Or not. Iam worried. I think it is low weight.

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Anything between 18 to 20 kg is ok ...  Read More

I delivered my twin daughter at 36 weeks. Her birth weight was 2.2 kgs. She had feeding issues initially and her weight dropped to 2 kgs. Now she is 2 months 15 days and she is 3.52kgs.she is exclusively breastfeed as she was very fussy when given formula . Is this weight gain adequate

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Weight is fine u can continue breast feed ...  Read More

Unable to loose extra weight gain after menopause. More than 10kg gained in last 1 year. Skin blemishes also .

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

Baby age 20 month old. Current weight 9.05 kg. Birth weight 1.94 kg. Is the weight gain ok or underweight? Please need you suggestion.

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Weight gain is adequate ...  Read More

I have difficulty in gaining weight, I am 32 years old with 39 kg weight. I always face difficulty in gaining weight no matter what i eat I am always underweight. But I quickly lose weight even if I skip 1 meal. Please help to achieve proper weight. Please suggest if there are any medicines to gain weight

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Hello doctor, My son is 110 days old baby.his birth weight is 3 kg & current weight is 3.8kg.activity wise he is doing 3 month baby whatever does.but not gaining weight. We are giving only the mother's breast feed.i want to know why he is not gaining weight?

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“I have slow digestion, frequent constipation, and a slow metabolism, which is causing easy weight gain. Can you suggest a diet plan to improve metabolism, manage constipation, and support weight loss?”

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Please get your blood work done Then we can connect over consultation to help you better ...  Read More

Baby girl born with weight 4.2 kg. 1 month weight was 4.7 kg 2 month weight 5.2 kg 3 month weight 5.6 kg 4 month weight 6 kg 5 month weight 6.2 kg She is exclusive bf. Her weight gain is very slow. Also she is active. Is this weight gain normal? Do i need to supplement with formula,

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It is important to know here if the mother was diabetic for which the baby was 4.2kg. If so then its ok for 5m baby to be 6kg ...  Read More

My baby weight during birth was 2.2kg she was IUGR and delivered in 36th week, now after one month her weight is 2.9kg. Is she gaining the weight appropriately?

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It’s fine , in first month , a bit lower range of normal this is common.next month onwards baby will improve 15-30 gm per kg per day .For Your baby at least 30 gm per day, No need to check every day w ...  Read More

How to gain weight in one month please tell doctor I want to gain weight in one month i am very skinny and tell me what to take share some syrup also how to take

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Simple , safe and effective 1- month weight gain for female , without heavy gym or complex diet 1. Eat calories dense + healthy foods High calorie combos Peanut butter + banana + milk Pa ...  Read More

Hi Mam iam 32 weeks pregnant when I checked my last 15 days back same as today also note yet weight gained last 15 days is it any problem

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As long as the baby is active and healthy in ultrasound, weight gain is not that relevant. We aim for only 9-11 kg weight gain in a healthy pregnancy. 1 kg in 1st trimester, 5 kg each in 2nd and 3rd ...  Read More

Since i m 31 years old women and my bmi is 17 it's underweight and my weight is not gaining eating everything but not getting any results if I gain just 1 or 2 kg also if I get cold or something I lose it very fast and now m trying to concieve for pragnancy so want to keep healthy bmi level so what should I do I take healthy diet foods bt still not

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Hi Please check your thyroid, and other basic blood parameters, to rule out any other issues. If everything is good, focus on increasing your calories slowly to support weight gain. ...  Read More

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