A common cause of worry for most Indian Moms is regarding the weight of their children and whether their baby is following the standard height and weight chart for babies .Some Moms think that the baby’s weight is a reflection of the Mom’s way of raising the child and think a chubby baby is a sign of good upbringing!!Now obviously, this isn’t true and as I always say, ” Look at the baby and not at the scales!“My mantra is:
” As long as the baby is active and healthy, there is no need to worry about the weight gain”
Due to this, nearly 80% of the mails I receive every day are about babies’ weight, particularly about how to know if they are underweight and what to do if that is the case. Being chubby isn’t necessarily a sign of good health, since an obese baby is prone to several health problems throughout his life. As long as your baby’s diet is adequate and balanced you don’t have to worry about his weight.
However, it is important to keep an eye on a baby’s weight, since being either underweight or overweight can put the baby at risk of many illnesses. Since replying to each email is bound to take up a lot of time, I decided to write this post on standard height and weight charts for babies that every parent should have access to.
These Height and Weight Chart for Babies are from the World Health Organization and along with these detailed charts, I have also included an easy reference chart for parents to calculate the ideal weight of their baby or toddler based on the Pediatric Textbook .
Baby Weight based on Birth Weight
The table shown below is a simple way to calculate your baby’s ideal weight according to his weight at birth.
| Age | Weight |
| 0-3 Months | Gain of 175 g – 210 g per week |
| 5 Months | Double the Birth Weight |
| 6-12 Months | Gain of 400 g per month |
| 1 Year | 3 times the birth weight |
| 2 Years | 4 times the birth weight |
| 3 Years | 5 times the birth weight |
| 5 Years | 6 times the birth weight |
| 7 Years | 7 times the birth weight |
| 10 Years | 10 times the birth weight |
An average child gains 2 kg every year between 3 to 7 years of age and 3 kg per year after that till the pubertal growth spurt begins.
Height and Weight Chart for Babies
The following height and weight charts for babies show child growth standards that were developed using data collected in the WHO Multicenter Growth Reference Study. The World Health Organization growth standards are based on healthy, exclusively breastfed babies from six countries across five continents. These Height and Weight Chart for Babies accurately show how a normal baby should grow.
Baby Growth Chart Interpretation
Before you check out the Height and Weight Chart for Babies to know about your baby weight, you should know how to interpret the growth charts.
In the below Simplified field charts there are 5 percentiles – 3% , 15%, 50%, 85%, 97%
The 3rd centile line gives an indication where the lower end of the normal range is – actually 3% of normal infants and toddlers will be below the 3rd centile.
The 50th centile is where 50% of the population will sit.The 97th centile gives an indication where the upper end of the normal range is – actually 3% of normal infants and toddlers will be above the 97th centile.So anywhere between the 2nd and 98th centiles is appropriate growth.
Let’s discuss with an example with image above
Girl Baby A’s birth weight was 2.7 kg, you can see the above chart it comes under the 15%
( we will not be taking a definite weight, these charts should be always interpreted in a range)
After the completion of One year Baby A weighs 7.8 kg
Interpretation – I would say Baby A has a normal growth and weight gain as she has followed the percentile line.
See the below chart, this is a chart from WHO. So you can plot the weight according to age and see if your baby is following the line, So if I plot for Baby A , she follows the 15% percentile closely which is good. A minor deviation is not considered significant.
When should you be concerned ?
Don’t be concerned if there isn’t an appropriate increase in weight over 1 week – wait and see what happens over 3 months. Babies attract lots of viral illnesses so their weight may tend to fluctuate. But over time, they will usually manage to put on the required weight.
For example if Baby A’s weight is 5.8 kg on completion of 1 year, I would be seriously worried and that warrants a complete nutritional and developmental check up.
WHO Child Growth Standard Percentile Table
Click the the appropriate link to know about your baby weight and height for age.
Girls Weight for Age – Birth to 5 years
Boys Weight for Age – Birth to 5 years
Girls Length for Age – Birth to 2 years
Girls Height for Age – 2 years to 5 years
Boys Length for Age – Birth to 2 years
Boys Height for Age – 2 years to 5 years
These are simplified field tables for easy use and interpretation.You can view and download charts from the WHO Website as well.
What to do if your Baby is Underweight
If your baby is indeed underweight, it’s a good idea to get him checked out by a pediatrician to rule out any medical problems. If everything is fine, then it’s basically a problem with nutrition. Babies who can’t latch on properly give up sucking after a while, which means that he’s probably not getting the richer hind milk from your breast. When feeding a baby above 6 months of age, high calorie healthy foods like bananas rather than unhealthy options like ice cream. Click this link to know about the Weight gaining Foods For Babies.
It is important to remember that if you’ve had a premature baby or multiples, the standard Height and Weight Chart for Babies may not apply, and it’s best to consult your pediatrician in such cases. In any case, these numbers are not set in stone and will vary from baby to baby. Even siblings can show different patterns in gaining weight; it doesn’t matter as long as the baby is healthy, active and developing normally otherwise. So as I mentioned earlier, don’t obsess with the scale, just relax and enjoy your baby!
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There are many infant weight percentile calculator, child growth chart calculator, height weight percentile girl calculator,height weight percentile boy calculator, height and weight percentile calculator available online, but I would always suggest you to check with your paediatrician before getting worried that your baby doesn’t meet the standard Height and Weight Chart for Babies.
Common FAQs on Height and Weight Chart for Babies
How much should my baby weight?
You can check the above charts to know exactly how much your baby should weigh in eCommon FAQsach month.
What is the average weight and height of a baby?
The average weight and height of a baby varies according to the age and you can check the above charts to find out exactly how much your baby has to be !
Post updated on 20.3.2022
Hello Doctor,
Thanks for sharing this infomation, I have a 14month old baby girl her birth weight was 3.8Kg and her current weight is 7.7 so I am worried. She is active but she is not started walking yet. I have tried your Sathumavu mix, Bana na Makhana powder but still her weight is not improving. Her birth hight was also more it was 52cm and her current weight is 74, we both are tall. could you please provide the list of food from little moppet which I can give to her to increae the weight along with adequet nutrition.
Hi,
Weight is not to be worried for healthy babies. It’s just a developing stage. Height and weight would get gradually improved.No worries, keep concentrating on healthy feeding. Please click here for weight gain products. Hope you find it helpful.
Dear doctor.
My twin boys weights were 1.5 and 1.8kg at birth born at 34weeks but now 9months and one of them is stuck at 4.7kg since he was 5months. He can’t roll on the bed or crawl unlike his brother who is 7.8kg. Should I be worried?
Every baby is unique and they reach their milestones in different time periods. And also, in general, baby should have tripled the birth weight by one year. Even if there is variation, it’s not to be worried if your baby is active and healthy.
Pls share ideas to help toddler gain weight. My 1yr old is slow on gaining weight. Thanks
As we always say, weight is definitely not to be worried if your baby is active and healthy. We do have different weight gain recipes in our website, you can try them. Please keep concentrating on healthy feeding 🙂
Hello my baby boy is 14 month old his birth weight was 3.280 kgs and when we checked recently his weight js 10.7 kgs is the weight appropriate?
Yes, it looks good. But weight gain is definitely not to be worried if your baby is active and healthy.
Good day doctors
My baby’s birth weight was 2.5kg and at 9m0nths she s 5.89kg. she’s very active though but her appetite in taking milk and porridge is low, but she likes food.
Should I be worried?
Thanks
Hi,
It’s definitely not to be worried. As baby is above 8 months, you can start giving fingerfoods and encourage self feeding. This can help in increasing thefeeding ability and interest in foods.
Hi dr. My daughter is 30 months. She currently try weighs 35 pounds or 15.8kg. She is 36 inches tall. From the weight charts it says she is obese. I try to provide balanced meals but she does like a lot of cheese which I have started to limit. She always eats lots of fruit and protein. She is active and healthy. Should I be alarmed at her weight? She does look chunky.
Thank you.
Hi Carrie,
It’s definitely not to be worried, as your daughter is healthy and active 🙂
For a 9 year old girl what weight should be
Hi Sonia,
The average weight for a 9 year old girl is 28 to 29 kgs.
Hi! my little girl was 4 yrs old and her weight is 13.4kg. and her height is 94 is it normal at his age?
It’s not to be worried if your kid is active and healthy.
My twin boys were born with low birth weight at 35weeks. Twin 1 was 2.1kg andTwin 2 was 2.4 kg each at birth…….At 8months+, Twin 1 weights 6kg while Twin 2 weights 7kg.
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Are we ok with there weight .
It’s perfectly fine. No worries 🙂
My baby born weigh 2.2kg and she is now 7 month plus and weight 6 kg is this still normal? She is tall.
Hi Shenee, From the birth weight a baby should gain 400g per month till 12 months old to get the standard weight. But as long as your child is healthy and achieving all the milestones on time please don’t worry about weight and feed fresh weight gaining food for your child.
My daughter 2 year’s 6months old n his birth weight was 20kg. I wanna know that is my baby weight is right? Or if not what should be ?
Reply
Hi Tahmina,
Please check the above article for complete details on general weight gain, age wise. But weight is not to be worried if your kid is active and healthy.
Hello Dr. My baby had undergone 2 open heart surgery she is just 7 month now her birth weight was 2.7kg and now in 7th month she is just 3.12kg before surgery her weigh was 4.26 kg she has tracheastomy and feeding tube in nose. Please help with some diet plan the dr. Said to give just 200ml milk (including water and medicine) a day . Please help
Hi Punika,
We would suggest you to get your dietician’s guidance please.
hello
my baby boy is 2.7 month old and his weight is 7.2kg. his birth weight is 3.5
is it fine or he is overweight. pls suggest smthng to maintain his weight
Hi,
Baby is just in developing stage and his weight is perfectly fine. No worries.
HI Doc,
My baby boy is 11 months old and he is just 6.6 kg. His birth weight was 2.6 kg. Is it normal?
He is active baby.
The basic idea is that, the baby should have tripled the birth weight by 1 year. His weight is good. No worries 🙂
Hi Doctor,
My baby Birth weight 2.87 and lowest weight 2.6 and at the week of 14 her weight is 4.7 is she gaining a proper weight ?she is active but she used to pressurized to pass urine and pooping .Could you please suggest what I need to do
Hi Monisha,
Baby is just in developing stage. Weight is definitely not to be worried, if your baby is active and healthy. It’s normal for babies to give pressure while passing motion or urine. It’s not to be worried, if it’s not painful.
Very nice and blessing for every parents
Thank you Archana 🙂
My son is 27 mos old, and his birthweight is 1.2kg. He is now 8.8kg.. He is so active and healthy.. Should I be worry?
Please don’t worry about weight if your baby is active and healthy 🙂
My baby height is not increasing. She is now 10 months old but her weight is just 6.5 kg and height is 62cm. Please suggest something. She doesn’t eat anything . I try to give her everything but in vain. I went to paediatrician for help. But she said she doesn’t have any problem. Just feed her properly.
Yes Neetu, It’s not to be worried as your baby is active and healthy. Please concentrate in healthy feeding.
My son is 5.5 months old n his birth weight was 2.8 . I wanna know that is my baby weight is right? Or if not what should be ?
The basic idea is that the baby should have tripled the birth weight by one year. But variations are not to be worried if your baby is active and healthy.
good day
My son is 20 months old n weighs almost 9kgs he’s birth weight was 2.79 kgs what should his weight be
Good day to you Fatima. Baby should have tripled the birth weight. His weight is perfectly fine, no worries 🙂
Hi,my child is 5 years old and his height is 102 cm.What should I do to increase his height
Hi Geetanjali,
Your kid can be involved in sports and outdoor activities and nutrient rich diet can be added to increase height. Try including egg, milk, chicken, soybean, banana, oats, nuts and dry fruits, whole grains, fish, carrots and green leafy vegetables in your kid’s diet.
My baby girl is 45 days and she weights 3.8 kg and birth weight 3.3 kg. what can i do?
Baby is just in developing stage. Please don’t worry about weight.
My baby girl is 25 months (2.1 years) old and her weight is 14.2kg. is her weight ok or comment me about her weight
The general idea is that the baby should have increased the birth weight four times by the age of two. But even if variations occur, it’s not to be worried, if your baby is active and healthy.
My baby is 2.5 yr old and his weight is 10 kg .is his weight is low.
Please don’t worry about weight if your baby is active and healthy 🙂
My daughter is 3 years 4 months old. And her weight is 18.6 kg and height is 97 cm. Is it normal or she is gaining more weight. If she is more than ideal weight. What should I do.
Hi Gayatri,
In general your baby should have gained 5 times the birth weight by 3 years. Variations are not to be worried if your kid is active and healthy.
My baby is 1year and 5month old. And her weight is 15 kg. Is she overweight. Do reply please. Please help me with ur proper answer.
Hi Priyanka,
In general, baby should have tripled the birth weight by one year, variations are not to be worried if your baby is active and healthy.
My baby weighed 3.09kg at birth and is now 3.8kg. Is she growing?
The basic idea is that the baby should have tripled the birth weight by one year. But weight is definitely not to be worried if your baby is active and healthy 🙂
My baby girl is 5 months and she weights 5.5kg what can i do?
Baby is just in developing stage, It’s completely fine if she is active and healthy.
My baby girl is 13 months old and she weights 7.9 pls advice what might be the problem?
Weight is definitely not to be worried if your baby is active and healthy 🙂
My daughter is 2 years old and her weight is 9.6 kg
What shall I do to gain her some more weight
You can add weight gain foods regularly in baby’s diet for best results. However weight is not a matter of concern if your baby is active and healthy 🙂
Hi, My baby, she’s 18 months old and weighs only 6.5 kg. She is active thou. But my concern is about her weight which is under weight. Would that lead to any problem?
Hi Kumar,
The basic idea is that the baby should have tripled the birth weight by 1 year, but even if there is variation, it’s not to be worried if your baby is active and healthy 🙂
Hi Dr,
My girl baby birth weight is 1.8kg, now she is 18 months old her weight is 6.8 kg. She is active, expressive, recognizing all family members and talking 2-3 words (like dada ji, nose eye, papa, mamma, dadi etc).
I went for nutritionist, they advised for admission in NRC department(for min 1 month or more) as her MAUC is 11.2 something.
I have one more boy baby who is 5.6 year old, I can not be there in NRC for 1 month with my girl baby alone, as it government I have to only take care my baby inside NRC and others can not come inside(e.g. father) leave baby even for a min alone. My other baby not allowed inside NRC,
My problem is no one is there in family to take care my boy baby and other work.
Please suggest me what should I do? Should I admit her in NRC or what I should feed her at home only to gain her weight or muscle.
She is active but unable to walk still, and trying to stand now and used to stand for 10-15 sec around from past few days.
Should I worried for her? Please suggest best what we can do for her.
Hi,
Please increase tummy time and keep encouraging the baby. That would be enough. It’s definitely not to be worried 🙂
Hi,
We would suggest you to follow your pediatrician’s guidance. And also please keep concentrating on healthy feeding. You can get the help of caretakers like grandparents or other family members for support when you are away from boy baby.
My baby girl is 2.5 years old and her weight is 11.5 since 5-6 months is her weight ok or suggest some weight gain food.
Weight is not to be worried if baby is active and healthy Trishna. If you wish to opt for weight gain foods, please check here 🙂 – https://bit.ly/3a2auuC
My baby is 1year and 8months. And his weights is 16kg . His a chubby baby. How is it please?
As we always say, Weight is definitely not to be worried if your baby is active and healthy 🙂
Hi,doctor
My son weighs was 10 kg. And his age is 14 months and last view days he had diarrhea now his weight is 8.56 kg he is every active and his very happy, so do I need to worried about his weight ?
Please suggest me
Thank you
Hi,
It’s common for babies to loose weight after sick days. Try to follow a healthy diet. He would gain weight very soon. No worries.
Hello doctor, my baby girl is 9 months old. And she is 6.55 kgs. Her birth weight was 3.28 and lowest was 2.9 as she had bacterial infection and was on antibiotics. She seems to be active, sits, stands, tries to walk. She sleeps less and eats less i feel. My questions are,
1. Is her weight a worrying factor?
2. She still has not got her firth teeth but she has lot of itching and the teeth is aboit to spurt but it is in this stage since many days already. Is this ok?
3.She doesn’t put food to her mouth. I still feed her mashed food. She eats food like ragi porridge qhich smooth in texture. She doesnot feed herself even a bite. Considering her low weight im not trying anything. Is it ok? Im worried that she might not et herself till she goes to school.
Hi Punya,
Weight is definitely not to be worried if your baby is active and healthy. Yes, teething phase differs from baby to baby and it’s normal too. You can start giving finger foods. Self feeding is most important for increasing the feeding ability and interest in foods. Please gradually stop giving smooth foods and introduce all the other textures as well.
Hello Doctor,
My boy is premature birth and now he is 11 months old with 8.00kg. His birth weight was 2.390kg. He is quite choosy while feeding.
My concern is my boy in a right track in gaining weight as a preterm baby? Please suggest me.
Hi Suraj,
The basic idea is that the baby should have tripled the birth weight by 1 year. Your baby’s weight is perfectly fine. Even if it varies, it’s not to be worried if your baby is active and healthy.
My baby is 28 months old and weighs 11.6 kg. Her birth weight was 2.7 kg. Her weight is same since past 4 months. Please suggest
Please dont worry about weight if the toddler is active and healthy. However, you can add the weight gain foods often in diet if you want her to be chubby 🙂
Hi Doctor! My baby is 2.9 years old. Going to complete 3 years in December. I think she’s overweight. She weighs 18.1 kg. Her height is 3ft +
Do I need to get worried? Decrease her meal size? Please advise
Hi,
It’s not to be worried if your toddler is active and healthy. Try avoiding junks and concentrate in healthy feeding. If you feel worried, please have a word with your pediatrician as well.
Hello Dr.
I have twins baby boys each weighing 12kgs, Both look very weak and thin. They eat fruits mostly and eggs. Both recently turned 4 years old. Both are also very active in terms of playing around the house. They sleep 9-12 hours.
Please suggest me a food that can make them look healthy boys 🙂
Hi,
Weight is definitely not a matter of concern as your kids are active and healthy. However. if you wish to see them chubby, you can try adding the weight gain foods which are mentioned in the given link in regular diet. Hope it helps – https://bit.ly/32SrI9J
My son is 30 months old..his weight is 12.5 kgs, but my son asking everytime food…after complete his food…asking please give some more….what is the reason?
Hi,
It might not be sufficient. Please try to increase the quantity of meal.
hi,My baby is going to be 1 year on 28 th sept 2020.She is very active sometimes I gets amazed by her mental progress.But I think she does not eat properly. her current weight is 8.15 kg.She is very happy child..but do I need to worry about her weight.She does not start to walk yet.
Hi Harsha,
Babies take their first step between 15 and 18 months. It’s fine if your baby crawls actively 🙂 Weight is definitely not to be worried if your baby is active and healthy. Please keep concentrating on healthy feeding dear.
Our baby boy birth weight was 4.100 KG and currently, at 19th month he is around 16 kg. (Use to have 5 meals a day. Didn’t had non-veg or regular cooked food yet. Taking Cerelac once, boiled vegi once, boiled apple once, Home made sattu, Roti + milk once)
He is very very active and prompt. Do I need worry.
Not at all dear, it’s perfectly fine as your baby is active and healthy 🙂 Keep concentrating on healthy feeding and avoid any food with preservatives.
My baby weight is 9.7 kg..And age is 19 months…m worried about his weight..Is it normal??
Hello Neena,
If you have an active,healthy child then please do not worry about your child’s weight. In your child’s everyday meal you can feed weight gaining foods and a proper rest after a meal will show significant weight gain after a certain period of time.
Thank you so much doctor for the prompt reply.
You are welcome Sindhu
Hi,
My daughter is 32 months old. She just weighs 9.5kg and her height is 82cms. I am worried as she looks too small for her age. She is a poor eater but otherwise she is active and fine.
Try giving small volumes of nutritious foods in regular intervals Sindhu. And also, try to add varieties, practicing self feeding is also most important. But weight is not a matter of concern as your kid is active and healthy dear. 🙂
My baby is 17 month old and weighs 6.9kgs birth weight is 2.35 kgs but she is active.
Yes Jane 🙂 Your baby is perfect. Weight is definitely not to be worried if your toddler is active and healthy. However, if you wish to see her chubby, try adding weight gain foods regularly in her diet 🙂
I don’t understand why Indian moms are so obsessed with their childs weight. Everyone wants chubby baby. When we feed our babies or kids we ask them to have one more bite, which is totally unhealthy and will be definitely harmful in long run. Because kids learn to ignore that their tummies are full and still eat more. So moms, as long as your child is happy and healthy, and folloeing his weigh chart, don’t worry about their weight much.
My daughter is thin, so everyone thinks that I don’t feed her properly. But she eats almost all the vegetables including methi and palak.. Nutrition and variety of foods are much more important than just high calorie and weight gaining food.
Hi Rashami,
Thanks a lot for sharing your views dear 🙂
Hi
My baby is one year old and he weigh 7.9kg.Am worried about it because it not 3x of his birth weight
Hi Zion,
Please don’t worry about weight if baby is active and healthy dear. However if you wish to see him chubby, try adding weight gain foods regularly in his diet for best results 🙂
Helo doctor my daughter weighs at birth was 2.8 n now she is 14 months old n she is 7.9 kg… I am worried n don’t know what to do… But she is super active and choosy in eating.. plz guide me..
Hi Komal,
Your child’s weight is perfectly fine and not to be worried dear. Keep concentrating on healthy feeding. That would be enough 🙂
Hi my baby is 1 yr and 3 months she weighs 9.45 kg sometimes she is a picky eater. most of the times she loves to eat oatmel with almonds
She is active and playful
Should i worry if she won’t eat her meal?
She is pure breastfeed baby until now
Hi,
It’s also important to add other varieties dear. Weight is not to be worried if your baby is active and healthy. Concentrating more on self feeding can help in increasing the feeding ability and interest on foods.
My boy is 8 months and weighs 6.6 he doesn’t eat anything and am very worried pls advice me
Hello Michelle,
You need to start or initiate with the self feeding technique to your child start introducing finger foods once your child is used to it you can feed many colored foods,different sizes,shapes food and arrange it in a different positions or scenary depict the story and make your child eat. Below i have provided list of weight gaining foods and also the list of products that will help in your child’s weight gain
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Hi, my daughter is 3.1 yrs old weighs 12.5 kg. She vomits very frequently either after meals or during traveling in car. Pls suggest what to do also tell me about weight
Hello Kanika,
If your child is not used to traveling it is common for a child or adult to have vomiting and feeling nauseous while traveling check with your pediatrician they will prescribe a syrup which should be taken before traveling to prevent vomiting during journey.
As for vomiting after meal overfeeding can be a cause give food in small portion to your child and feed again after 2 hours so that your child don’t get to be hungry and to fulfill the daily nutrition on foods. Make the food more presentable and attractive in the eyes of your child and allow self feeding in your child that will also help your child in accepting foods.
Feed weight gaining foods include weight gaining foods and our weight gaining products in your child’s everyday diet. And after meal make your child rest or a small nap to effectively gain weight.
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My 6 year old daughter weighs 15 kgs, I did get a Vitamin and Iron test done as suggested by Pead but not issue found. Earlier she would not eat at all, but after she turned 5 her apatite is better as we have put her in outdoor activity, I do give her eggs alternate days , dry fruits on daily basis . Could u please guide me here.
Hello Manasa,
For proper weight gain you need to feed foods which are helpful in gaining weight and also proper rest after meal will help in growth and weigh gain. Feed food in small portion to your child and feed again after 2 hours so that your child don’t get to be hungry and to fulfill the daily nutrition on foods. Make the food more presentable and attractive in the eyes of your child and allow self feeding in your child that will also help your child in accepting foods.
Feed weight gaining foods include weight gaining foods and our weight gaining products in your child’s everyday diet. And after meal make your child rest or a small nap to effectively gain weight.
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Hi Doctor,
My baby will soon be 15 months. He is a fussy eater & doesn’t like any grainy texture in his mouth & refuses to eat. Resulting to which he is still on pureed food. His birth weight was 2.8, now 9.5. How can I improve on his food habits?
Trishla
Hi Trishla,
Try giving lots of finger foods dear. Self feeding can help in increasing the feeding ability and interest on foods.
My baby boy weight in 1.5years is 6.8kg .birth weight is 1.3kg . he face two cleft lip and palate operation and hight is 72cm …..now is it normal ..he is very active and walk smoothly
Hi,
Yes, he is normal and perfect 🙂
My baby birth weight is 2.8kg now she completed 7months now her weight is 6.2kg am worried so much about her weight
Hi Ramya,
Baby has gained weight properly and it’s not to be worried.
Hi
My baby’s birth weight was 3.250kg now it’s day 39 he is 4.1 kg is it normal ?
Hi Rosmy,
Baby is just in developing stage. His weight is perfectly fine 🙂
Hello Doctor,
My baby boy’s birth weight was 2.73 kgs. He is now 2 year 10 months and he weighs 11.9 kgs. I am extremely worried as he sometimes weighs 12.1 kgs and sometimes 11.8 kgs and again 11.9 kgs. Please advice. He is a picky eater and active boy.
Hi,
Your boy’s weight is perfectly fine and it’s not to be worried dear.
can atopic dermatitis cause any severe disease in future.please help
Hi Neha,
It depends on how severe the dermatitis is. Kindly check with a dermatologist dear.
Hii dr , my name is Paul pinky. My son birth weight is 1.800gm. He is premature baby . Now he is 2 years old but his weight is 9.500 . He is very active baby. Is his weight is ok. Please give me a reply.
Hi,
His weight is perfectly fine Pinky, no worries please 🙂
My baby 4 months she is weight 5 k.g only which correct weights for 4 month baby
Hi Kavitha,
It is just a developing stage dear. Weight is not to be worried if baby is healthy and active.
My BABY HAS ATOPIC DERMATITIS DUE TO WHICH SHE IS ALLERGIC TO DIARY PRODUCTS AND NUTS.AND SHE WEIGHS ONLY 8.9 KGS AND SHE IS 18 MONTHS OLD.IS SHE A UNDER WEIGHT.
Please don’t worry of weight if your baby is active and healthy Neha, you can feed your baby with the milk and avoid nuts and nut milk.
Hi
My baby boy is 14 months old his weight is 7.9.is it normal?
Hi Samiha,
Yes, it’s normal and not to be worried if your baby is active and healthy.
Hello, my first daughter is 8yrs old and she weighs 49.6kg. She was 4kg at birth while her 6yrs old sister weighs 21.7kg, 3.4kg at birth.
Should I be worried about either of them?
Hi Olamide,
As we always say, “weight is not to be worried, if baby is healthy and active” 🙂
Hi
My baby’s weight was 4.88kg at the time of birth, after 3 weeks ( 21 days check up time) her weight was 6kg, she is very active and feeds well. But I am bit worried as her weight is gaining more, Is a matter of concern.
Thanks
Hi Sonam,
It’s not to be worried dear. Have a word with your doctor so that you can feel even more relaxed 🙂
my son is 5 and weighs 16 kg he is o.k very active shout I be concerned about the weight?
Hi Jozey,
Weight is not to be worried as your baby is active and healthy.
Hi my LO is 18 months old and weighs 5.8 kgs.Her birth weight was 2.750g.She had gained double til six months after that weight gain is too slow. She is active and healthy.Is it a matter of concern?
Hi Josny,
It’s not at all a matter of concern dear. The top priority is to check if baby is active and healthy 🙂
Hi mam my baby girl is 14 months old her Birth weight is 3.1kg and her current weight is just 7.2 kg she is not gaining weight from the beginning. I been giving her all weight gaining foods but no improvement in her growth. Recently done with her blood test and hb count is just 9. She is on iron supplements now. She is very active should I be more concerned about her weight. I’m very much worried. Please help TIA
Hi Kokilavani,
Weight is not to be worried if your baby is active and healthy dear. You can add iron rich foods like spinach, lentils,beans,peas,pumpkin,tomatoes,potatoes, prunes, watermelon,raisins, dates (syrup or powder) and nut powder regularly in her diet.
Hi mam. My boy baby completed 15 months. His height is 73 CM. Weight is 9.1 kg. Is it normal
Hi Sowmya,
The basic idea is that your baby should have tripled the birth weight by the age of 1, but even if it’s not met, weight is not to be worried if baby is healthy 🙂
My baby is 10 months old and 14 kg weight. His birth weight is 3.10 kg. At present he eats lactogen and cerelacs. Also he eats boiled vegetables, rice and dals. He is totally active. Is it a problem of overweight. He does not eat any other things. Please reply
Hi,
It’s important to feed your baby with fresh fruits and vegetables. Try to avoid the foods with sugar and preservatives. Healthy feeding will bring healthy weight gain. As we always say weight is not to be worried if your baby is active and healthy.
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Hello doctor. My baby is 3.7year girl. Weight is 11kg. She is less interested to have her food specialy she doesnt like to chewing. Can you help me how to gain her weight. M fully fedup. Evryday morning i try what to be the best food for her. But most of the time she refuse only after 4spoon.
Hi Ananya,
Don’t worry dear. Denying foods is a common behavior in kids. It’s not to be worried. Self feeding can bring good improvement. Make your kid explore and eat foods by herself. Try giving small volumes of nutritious foods in regular intervals instead of one big meal. You can try these tips to help her in chewing food. Slowly the kid would cope up.
Hi my baby is 18months old and her weight is 9.35 kg.her pediatrition said she is underweight what should i do.. Please help
Hi Sneha,
Never worry of weight if your baby is healthy. If you wish to see her chubby, add weight gaining foods and weight gaining nutritious mixes regularly in her diet. This would give best results 🙂
Hi,
My baby birth weight was 2.7kgs. He is now 3 months and 22 days. Almost 4 months. He is only 4.8kgs. Last month he gained around 200 grams only. Is this normal ? His height is 60 cm. He doesn’t like formula milk , I have to force feed him that. Pls suggest if his weight is normal.
Hi,
Your baby is now in developing stage. Please don’t worry of weight dear. His weight is perfectly fine 🙂 Please try not to force feed him. You can stop when he denies and refeed after an hour or two.
My baby girl is going to be 1 year on Nov 27th , her height is only 68.2 cm . Is that okay or do I need to go for further checkups ?
Thanks in advance
Hi Neethu,
Child is just in developing stage, please don’t worry about height. Nutrient rich diet is important for her now . Try including egg, milk, chicken, soybean, banana, oats, nuts and dry fruits (powder), whole grains, fish, carrots and green leafy vegetables regularly in your toddler’s diet for better growth and development dear.
Dear madam/sir,
My baby boy age now is 1yr 5months but his weight is 17kg.. he is active but I fearing about his weight.. and one of my colleagues suggested to give medislim powder to baby for weight loss.. can u suggest me about this please
Hi Mounisha,
Try to avoid junk foods and follow healthy dieting which includes lots of fresh fruits and vegetables. Please don’t give any powder/medicine/supplement without doctor’s advice.
Hi,
My baby is 2 months old and her birth weight was 3.4 kg. Now her weight is 4.8 kg. Since she has heavy reflux she’s not gained enough this month. Please suggest me a solution.
Hi Deepika,
Baby is still in developing stage dear. Breast feeding is the best as of now. Please don’t worry of weight if your baby is active and healthy.
Hi ,My babyboy weight is 2.78 kg at his birthweight..Now he is 10month starts and now is 9kg…He civers all motorskills very early..Nw because of his weight he cant situp nowitself…..I m tenzwd what we do..Pls rply
Hi,
It’s not because of weight dear. Each and every baby is unique in reaching their mile stones. It’s okay if your baby is active and healthy. He will be able to sit without support very soon. Concentrate in healthy feeding and please don’t worry dear.
Hello ,
my baby boy is 3.5 months old and his weight is 7 kilos
Hi,
That’s not to be worried dear. Baby is in developing stage. Baby has to be active and healthy, that would be the top priority.
Hi my baby weight is 10kgs now and age is 2 years 10 months and height is 83 CMS. Baby birth weight is 3.2 kgs.. what should we do??
Hi,
If you wish to see your baby chubby, you can add weight gaining foods and weight gaining nutritious mixes regularly in baby’s diet.
My baby’s birth weight is 3.650kg. Now he is 3 months old and his weight is 6 kg. Is that good? Normally how many grams want to add for weight a baby for a month?
Hi,
Your baby’s weight is perfectly fine dear. For the first 5 months baby has to gain 175 g – 210 g per week. This is the basic information. But weight is not to be worried if your baby is healthy and active.
Hi,
My Baby Girl was 2.3kg at birth, now she is in her 1st week of 10th month weighing 6.4kg and her height is 66 cms. she is active, able to sit without support, standing by holding on wall / sofa / us, trying to walk holding things, standing without holding anything fr about 10 – 20 secs, saying few words like amma, thatha and always active. But her slow weight and height gain worries me. Is her weight and height is normal? As per the chart i feel like she is below 3rd percentile, is she normal ?
Hi Saya,
Your baby is perfectly fine dear. It’s great to know that she is healthy and active. That is the top priority dear. Please don’t worry about weight.
Thnq so much doc! Relaxed now. But is there anything that I could do abt her weight and height gain? Any food suggestions?
Welcome dear. You can add weight gaining foods in your baby’s diet. Please check on this interesting weight gain baby recipes. Our nutritious weight gain mixes can also be added in her regular diet for best results. 🙂
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Thank you 🙂
Hi Doctor,
My baby girl’s weight was 2.07 kg when she was born – full term baby but small baby. Since day 1 she doesn’t drink much milk and when she started taking solids (5 months), she loves to eat and was eating well for a couple of months. However, her weight gain was very slow. Now she is 1 year and 2 months old. Her eating habit has changed where she only takes few mouths / spoons and refused to eat and shows more interest in playing. Recently we had an appointment with a paediatrician and we’ve checked her weight which was only 6.9kg. Other wise she is very active, able to hold and walk, stand on her own for few seconds, climb up steps, talks more than 10 words. Rarely falls sick ( fever only once) and we don’t see any delay in her progress. Her slow weight gain is quite a concern for us. We have met few paeds and some says its normal as long as she is active and gaining weight and doesn’t lose weight. Others say it requires medical attention. We have tried all sorts of food to increase her appetite. Appreciate your opinion.
Hi Sharmila,
Weight is not to be worried dear. Your baby’s weight is perfectly fine. Denying foods is common in toddlers. It’s time for finger foods. Self feeding will only increase the feeding ability and interest on foods.Try giving lots of finger foods, but please do supervise so that it doesn’t choke.Instead of one big meals give small volumes of nutritious foods in regular intervals. Giving varieties is equally important dear 🙂
HI I have 22 months old baby boy . He is very active but his weight is approx 9.8kg , at the time if birth it was 2.8. Is it normal
Hi,
Your baby’s weight is perfectly fine, if he is active and healthy.
Thanx, but as per standard weight chart , they shows 4 times of the weight (at the time of birth).
So should I be relaxed?
PLZ guide
Yes dear, It’s definitely not to be worried if your little one is healthy and active.
Hi my baby boy is 1yr 10months old now. He enjoys eating savoury item but does not even try sweet items not even banana. Is that normal? What should I do to introduce sweet in his diest
Hi Swati,
Try giving small pieces of fruits as finger foods dear. Self feeding will improve the feeding ability and interest on foods 🙂
hi
my baby is 7 months and still wakes up for feeds 3 x – shes fed before bedtime cereal or purity – I noticed whilst feeding her the bottle she rubs behind her ears and head not sure if she has an ear ache – or mayb teething- please advice – restless mum
Hi,
There might be several reasons like teething, comfort, habit, ear infection etc. It’s better if you can consult once with the pediatrician.
Hi, I had complications at birth and my baby boy was 1.8 kg. Now he is 1 year and 10 months. Now His weight is 11.4 kg. He is healthy and active..but is that normal weight?
Hi,
Yes, His weight is perfect and not to be worried as the baby is active and healthy 🙂
Hi my baby is 1.4 year his bith weighJiiit is 2.4 nw the weight is 10.8 is it normal weight he active
Hi Sandhya,
Yes, your baby’s weight is perfect.
My 17 month,s boy,s birth weight is 2.8, now he is 9.5 kg, height 77 inch ..but he is very actve…he can talk 40%
Hi,
Your baby is perfectly fine 🙂
Hi Doctor,
My baby girl’s birth weight is 2.68 kg and she weighs 3.5kg at 6 weeks. She looks lean. Is her weight increasing properly or increment is not sufficient??
What kind of foods should I take to increase her weight?
She has prickly heat too Doc…
Thank you.
Hi Monika,
Please don’t worry of weight if baby is active and healthy. Breast feed your baby frequently. That is the best food for your baby as of now. While feeding, make sure to empty each side and then swap to the next side. The hind milk which comes in the later part is more nutritious and that would help in increasing the baby weight. Please check on the link for home remedies to treat prickly heat. Hope you find it helpful.
Hello mam .
I have 1 year old baby boy .his birth weight is 2.7 kg .now he is 7.100 kg is it normal .he is active.
Hi,
His weight is perfect 🙂 no worries please.
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my baby girl was weighing 2.5kg at birth and now she is developing big tummy while the body is tinny. is this normal ? she is weighing 17kg ( 31 october 2016) she is now 2yrs and 7mnths
Hi,
Kindly check with your pediatrician once dear. Sorry that we won’t be able to suggest without physically examining the baby.
Hi,
My baby at age of 3 yrs and 11 months 16.4kgs and her height was 100cm is it ok?
Hi,
Please don’t worry of weight dear, our priority is to make sure that the baby is active and healthy. His weight is perfectly fine.
Hai mam.. My boy weight was 3.7kg at birth time. Now 3rd month completed his weight 6.9 kg, is it normal.
Hi,
It’s normal dear. Don’t worry.
My baby’s birth weight was 3kg. At 11 months, he is 7.3 kg, He is an active baby, completing his milestones well. Should I be concerned?
Hi Anita,
It’s not to be worried dear. Relax and enjoy motherhood 🙂
Hi.. Mam this is Mounika my son is 7months 3days old weight is 9.5 is it safe
Hi,
Please don’t mind of weight if baby is active and healthy dear. Your boy’s weight is perfectly fine.
my baby born at 32 weeks..that time he has 2.100kg.now he has 1 yr and2 month old..how many kilogram weigh he has to gain..now he is 10kg.
Hi Anna,
Your baby’s weight is perfectly fine if he is active and healthy.
Hello doctor please my 14 weeks baby girl is weighing 5 8kg birth weight was 2.4kg. Am worried she’s not growing fine
Hi,
Baby will gradually gain weight, don’t worry dear. Weight is not to be worried if baby is active and healthy.
Hi my baby boy is 2 years 2 months old his weight is 12.5 kg n he is very much active is the weight is ok
Hi Julie,
Yes dear, Weight is perfectly fine as your toddler is active and healthy.
By 10yrs baby weight shd b 10 times than the birth weight.. My baby birth weight was 3.5 then it would be 35 kgs?
Hi,
Yes dear, however weight is not to be worried if kid is active and healthy.
Hi, my baby boy’s bw ws 2.4,new he completed 15months,nd his weight is 9.5.he is very active,His weight is normal??
Hi Vidya,
His weight is normal dear 🙂
Hi Dr Hemapriya,
My baby girl was 3.35kg on birth weight and now she is 16 months old and her weight is now 8.45 Kg & Height 78.0 cm. She is active and healthy.
Does she is underweight & height ?
Thanks
Ahsan
Hi Ahsan,
Nothing to worry as the baby is healthy and active 🙂 Her height and weight is perfectly normal.
Hi Ma’am, Is it good to give my 5 year old boy cod liver oil.. If so what may be the dosage per day..
Hi Athira,
Kindly consult with your pediatrician to get supplements dear.
Hi mam, my girl baby is 3 years and2 mo ths. Her weight is 18 kgs.
Please let me know if this weight is ok or overweight?
Hi Bhargavi,
No need of worrying of weight if baby is active and healthy dear. Her weight is perfectly fine.
Hi,
My son was born with 2.15 kg. He is now 5 years and 3 months and his weight is 14 kgs. We have consulted the doctors and have also got him tested with celiac but everything is fine. Is this weight cause of concern ? as per your chart above the weight after 5 years should be 6 times. Which makes it 12.9 kgs, which looks fine with respect to his weight. Please suggest.
Hello Rahul,
As long as your child doesn’t express any difficulty in completing his everyday task and other health problems then everything is alright with the child. Increase your child’s physical activities and give foods which are even though if eaten in small quantity must pack a good nutritional punch it.
my Boy is one year and four months and weight 9.5 and height 7.2 cm. he was born prematurely and weights 1.5. how is he doing? Thanks.
Hey Rediet,
You can check our standard height and weight chart to determine whether your child has achieved his/her age appropriate weight and height – https://goo.gl/Bu7vzG
My son birth weight was 3.56 he is now 19 month old and wright is 10.7 he look very thin ,what I do for his weight
Hi Shradha,
There are many foods that you can feed your toddler for gaining weight. Foods such as Oats, Ragi, Milk, Health Drinks, Banana, Peach, Avocado, Peas, Cheese, Dry Fruits, Coconut oil, Olive Oil, Potato, Sweet Potato, Sathumaavu Health Mix, Eggs, Plain Meats, Ghee, Raw Kerala Banana Powder etc needs to be fed to your baby to gain weight.
Along with these foods, you can also feed our weight gaining foods. To know about our weight gaining foods click on to the given link – https://goo.gl/6T1pYi
I go to some where and i notice most children seem thin for their age and I saw one boy 24 month old weighs 13 kg and is 80 cm tall asses this child in what condition is he?
Hi,
There are several factors which would be the cause for the baby’s height or weight. Genetics is the main factor. Each and every baby is unique and they cannot be compared. Any height and weight is okay as far as the baby is active and healthy.
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My girls baby when she was born her weight 2.7, but new her age 7 months her weight 6.5 i think is under weight , am i right or wrong? please if possible answer me
Hi,
The weight of baby should be triple the birth weight, when reaching 1 year of age. But weight is not to be worried about if baby is active and healthy. Your baby’s weight is perfectly fine dear.
My son brith weight 2.5 now 4 years old now 9.900 he is normal weight
Hi,
His weight is perfectly fine. There are many weight gaining foods like Ghee, Cheese, Dry Fruits, Ragi, Potato, Sweet Potato, Milk, Health mixes, Kerala Banana Powder, Pear, Peas, Avocado, Paneer, Banana, Coconut Oil etc that you can feed your baby with. Giving weight gain health mixes from our store will also aid in increasing baby’s weight.
Hi Dr Hemapriya,
My baby girl was 2.95Kg on birth weight and now she is 19 months old and her weight is now 9.5 Kg. She is active and healthy.
Does she is underweight?
Thanks
Sochanra
Hi Sochanra,
Her weight is normal and please don’t worry of weight as the baby is active and healthy.
hie my baby weight is ten kgs and she is three year old what to do am so worried
Hi Nikitha,
Weight is not to be worried about if baby is healthy and active. If you like to add her weight, there are many weight gaining foods that can be added to her diet like Ghee, Cheese, Dry Fruits, Ragi, Potato, Sweet Potato, Milk, Kerala Banana Powder, Pear, Peas, Avocado, Paneer, Banana, Coconut Oil etc. You can also try nutritious weight gaining health mixes from our product range.
Hi, my baby boy is 2years and 6months and now he is 17kgs. He is very active.
Please let me know if this weight is ok or overweight.
Hi Swetha,
His weight is perfectly fine. Don’t worry.
My boy was born with 4.4 kg weight and now he is 17 month old and his weight is 10.2 kg. He looks very skinny and recently he had fever and after that he is having lot of gas and that comes out through his mouth and feels like he would choke as food also try to come up with the gas, also feels bloated most of the time. But he does NOT vomit. Is he underweight? What to do about his gas? He is very very active and speaks 5-6 words and i think he has achieved most of his milestones.
Hi Lisa,
Intestinal gas is normal in kids. It can be cured, by practicing few habits and moderating few foods intake. Please make the baby sit in one place and eat. Playing or being occupied with some activities while eating may end up air being getting trapped in intestinal track.Beans, cauliflower, potatoes can induce gas. While cooking add garlic and asafoetida while preparing such veggies.Please check on the link for effective home remedies for indigestion. Link – https://goo.gl/rvttRx
Hi..my baby was 2.1 kgs at birth and he is soon to be 9 months old..his current weight is only 6.5 kgs and he refuses to have semi solid foods…he prefers only blended puree or paste type foods..he isn’t interested much in crawling and has sat up directly..
please advise what would be the ideal weight at 1 year for him based on his birth weight?
Hi Dear,
Your baby’s weight is completely normal. Baby’s weight has to be thrice his body weight during the 1st birthday. That doesn’t mean that it has to be perfectly the same way. Any digit is okay if the baby is active and healthy. Try to gradually change the consistency from paste to semi solid dear. It’s nice that the baby crawls actively. Each and every baby is different dear. Just encourage him and support from back when he tries to push himself up. Encourage him a lot and be ready for the day of chasing 🙂
My boy birth weight is 4kg he is 7.3 kg at 11 weeks and on breast milk only .he is active is he overweight?
Hi Racheal,
Don’t worry dear. His weight is normal. Glad that he is active and healthy. Happy motherhood 🙂
hi my baby girl birth weight is 2.25kgs when she was born. she is 11 months her weight is 4.75kgs even her height is also not proper. I had done test also blood test,2d echo,throid,diabetics all test all report is ok. even this is not genetic problem pls. also I am giving her mother milk also some food. but no improvement. pls let me know what is the problem.
Hi Heena,
Please don’t worry about weight dear. It’s only important to check whether the baby is healthy and active, if you like to add her weight, try adding olive oil, avocado, peas, pear, peach, ghee, oats, ragi, bananas, dry fruits powder,raw Kerala bananas, potatoes, sweet potato etc to her diet. You can also feed her with sathumaavu kind of weight gaining health mixes. Please find below link with product details. Please Link – https://goo.gl/5E64MK
Hai doc, my boy was 37 weeks when he was born, weighed 2. 020, now 11months and weigh 7. 7kg. He is able to sit, stand up on his own holding things and very active. Talks lots of baby language. Should i be worried about the weight. Thanks. Mrs. Matthew
Hi Mrs. Mathew,
Your baby’s weight is perfect and He is in the right path. Stop worrying and enjoy motherhood dear.
Hello doc,
My baby boy is 1 yr old and hus birth weight was 2.7 kgs. Now he is 9.2 kgs. Is this normal? His physical appearance is a bit skinny though…
Hi Shahanara,
The baby’s weight is perfectly fine dear.please don’t worry that the boy is lean. It’s only important that the baby is active and healthy.
Hye doctor..gud afternoon.my baby boy birth time weight is 3.5 ..now he is 8months old weight is 8kgs..he refusesto eat food .is it weight is healthy or not
Hi,
The weight is perfectly normal.Babies tend to refuse food, this is just one of the stages in your child’s development.You can make the food even more appealing by adding some extras which your baby likes. Introduce more finger foods and let him explore. Try making the feeding session more playful and enjoying.Please find below the link to finger foods recipes -https://goo.gl/B7JgA5
Hi Doc,
My daughter is 3 year 9 months old and is weighing 15.3 KG.She is tall and very active.Is there anything to be done to achieve ideal 16 KG at age of 4 year.
Regards,
Sreeja
Hi Sreeja,
It’s not mandatory that the ideal weight has to be reached. She is perfect and almost reached the weight. Please don’t worry as she is active and healthy..
Hi, my baby girl was 2.9kg at birth. After 1 month and 1 week she is now at 3.26kg. Is this normal? Pediatrician says that per day baby should gain 30gms weight if not we should do anomaly scan for baby. Please advice
Hi,
Please don’t worry, your baby’s weight gain is perfectly fine. It’s okay if baby is active and healthy. If you wish, you can also get second opinion from a doctor.
Hi Dr,
I have just a little angle, but her weight is 4.9 Kg at birth, Length is 48 cm while my wife 38+ weeks pregnant, kindly reply that either my baby weight is ok or it should have more weight.
Hi,
Weight is not to be worried about if baby is active and healthy.
Hi doctor. My daughter is 2years 1month but her weight is 9.5kg only..Her birth weight is 2.9kg. Her weight is not at all increasing…whether this weight is normal for her age? and also for past one week she is not at all eating any food only water and milk she is drinking. I dont know what to do? Please suggest me why she is not eating?
Hello Priya,
Many babies or even toddlers go through a passing stage of refusing solids and favoring milk—either from the breast, or formula. This preference is likely due to the ease and familiarity of sucking from the breast or bottle versus the hard work of swallowing solid food. As long as your baby gets the nutrients she needs during this phase, there’s no real cause for concern.
Here’s how to keep her healthy and encourage her to return to solids:
1. Feed enough breast milk 2. For picky solid-food eaters, stick with foods that pack the most nutritional punch in a small volume. Best choices are avocado, yogurt, tofu, eggs, veggies (such as carrots and squash) 3. Perhaps your baby is trying to tell you that she wants an upgrade in cuisine! Give her more finger foods (https://goo.gl/SsEfoC)Just let her eat with her hands and clean up when she’s finished. 4. Continue to put a wide variety of foods in front of your child and then TOTALLY IGNORE what she does with the food. No comments, no begging, no cajoling 5. The important thing is not to react or turn it into an emotional issue or a power struggle. Then you will get a picky eater for sure!
And as for gaining weight as long as your child is active and completing her milestones and chores on time then there is nothing to worry about her weight but you can try feeding her foods like Egg, Milk, Banana’s, Health Drinks, Health mixes, Dry Fruits, Oats, Ragi, Coconut oil, Olive oil, Peach, Avocado, Peas, Potato, Sweet Potato etc can be fed for gaining weight and along with these you can feed your daughter our Weight gaining foods the list of foods are given in the link https://goo.gl/6T1pYi
Hello Doc
My baby boy was born on 10.05.2018 with a weight of 3.125kgs. Till today he is maximum on Formula Feed (Similac Advance1) since mother not been able to latch to the fullest. After 5 weeks he weighs 4.50kgs. Is it normal ?
Hi Vikas,
As long as your baby is achieving his milestones without any interruptions there is nothing to worry about weight. But you can check the weight by using the given link – https://goo.gl/Bu7vzG
Wow thanks a lot this was very informative ,so wish I knew so much from the day my baby was born.I need to see a paedetrician tommorow.Thank you
Hi my son is 2 yrs and 4 mons.he is now 11 kg..is he underweight?
Hi Dear,
Generally the present weight has to be 4 times the birth weight. The foremost thing is to check whether your kid is active and healthy. Don’t worry about weight please.
Hi Doc, My lil boy is 3.3 yrs and he weighs 15.1 kg and his height is 99.5 cm is his weight and height ok,
he is very naughty and active, any thing to be worried on his growth.
Hi Divi,
As we always insist, height and weight is not to be worried about if the kid is healthy and active. Your son’s height as well as weight is perfectly fine, so no worries please 🙂
Dear Doc,
My baby girls is now 3 months and 12 days old and she weighs 5.1, is her weight okay for her age? She was 3.23 at birth. She is a happy baby though, smiles and laugh out loud and tries to converse. Thank you!
Hello Bev,
As long as your baby is happy, healthy and completing her milestones with success there isn’t a thing for you to worry about her weight.
Solid foods should be started only when your child is 6 months old. A child will normally gain weight during the adolescent age. But you can feed your child weight gaining foods that will help in gaining weight foods such as Bananas,peas,peach,avocado,dry fruits(8 month) , health mixes, raw Kerala banana powder,oats,ragi,coconut oil, olive oil, milk(1 year), egg(8 month) etc.
Along with the above mentioned products you can also feed some of our weight gain products. The given link contains the products – https://goo.gl/6T1pYi
Hi Doc,
My baby girl weighs 5.1 kg, she is 3 months and 12 days old. She was 3.23 kg at birth. Is her weight okay for her age? Thanks so much!
Hi,
Weight is not to be worried dear. Baby would gradually gain weight.
My baby born 2.9 now she is 7 month her Wight is 7.4 is that normal
Hi Rediet,
You can check these details by looking into our standard height and weight chart.
Link – https://goo.gl/hgyezp
Cheers,
Hema
Please Dr. My baby boy is one year and weighs 7.1 kg. Is this normal?Though he is active and is learning to stand. Thanks.
Dorcas from Nigeria
Hello Dorcas,
He’s a bit underweight. His ideal weight must be 10kg’s. Start making simple but healthy changes in his diet plan and see the difference. make sure you let me know if he has any visible improvements.
Hi I want to know if my baby weight is good. She is 6 months old and her weight is 8.5 is it normal.
Hi Ramdhony,
To check your baby’s height and weight you can refer the given links – https://goo.gl/Bu7vzG.
Hello dr.
My son 3 years 6 months old and his weight 13.4 kg . he is very active but how to gain his weight. He hate milk and yogurt and anything gravy food so mostly he eat dry food pls help me!
Thanks
Priya
Hi Priya,
Try adding avocado, peas, pear, peach, dry fruits powder, ghee, oats, ragi, olive oil, bananas, raw kerala bananas, potatoes, sweet potato etc to his diet.All these are weight gaining foods and feeding with these would give better results.Our website will help you with different recipes with these ingredients. You can also add weight gaining mixes to his milk to make the milk more appealing and nutritious. Alternatives of milk like Paneer, cheese, curd can also be included in his diet.
Please my baby boy was 3.1kg at birth and at nine month he weighs 9.2kg. he is so active. Please advice and he doesnt like taking liquid foods
Hello,
You can check your child’s height and weight in the given link – https://goo.gl/Bu7vzG.
Whereas for your child not liking to take liquid foods you can feed your child with alternatives like juices,zeera water, smoothies,milkshakes which will increase your child’s intake of nutrition.
hi Doc,my baby was born at 34weeks weighing 2.1kg at birth.she’s 2year and 4months now weighing 13kg.is her weight ok aside fom the weight which bothers me.she’s very active and speaks well
Hi Dear, If your child is healthy and active you need not worry about her weight.
Yes, my daughter age 21month but her weight- 9 kg and hight- 31 inches, please tell me how increase her hight and weight.
Hi Shahana,
Height and weight is not a big deal if baby is active and healthy dear. However if you want to see her chubby, There are many weight gaining foods that you can feed your baby with like Ghee, Cheese, Dry Fruits, Ragi, Potato, Sweet Potato, Milk, Health mixes, Kerala Banana Powder, Pear, Peas, Avocado, Paneer, Banana, Coconut Oil etc.
Hi Dra. My baby girl is 27 mos and her heaight is 34 inches nd weight is 12kilos.. is this ideal for her age?
Thank you
Dear the weight id appropriate and if the baby is active then certainly there is nothing to think much about. Continue to give her proper diet and immunity boosting foods.
Hai Dr,
My Baby Girl now 3 year and 10 months old her weight now 12 Kg, and also every day she having tendency vomiting after half of her food,few days before we noticed some chemical smell from her mouth. What do i have to give my babies for weight gain
Hi dear, if vomiting is happening often, it would be wise to check with a doctor. Though to me it seems discomfort in digestion. How is she now?
Hello Doctor,
My daughter is 2 years and 2 months.. Her birth weight was 3.24 and height seemed normal…
Now she is 33.25 inches… I think she is on the lower side.. Both me and my husband are more than
5 ft and 7 inches…
I have a elder son who a taller than the range mentioned… Should I be concerned and check with a doctor?
Need your valuable suggestion please
Your daughter’s height seems right and if the son is increasing height exceptionally much, then you can check with the doctor else there is no need to worry.
Hello mam,
My son birth weight is 3.8 kg. He is 16 months old. His weight is 15 kg. He is normal weight or over weight. Pls suggest me.
Dear he is slightly on the higher side, ensure that he is very active and you take him out for play everyday. Avoid excessive salt and sugar in his food and rely more on natural sugar via fruits. Give a balanced diet, avoid store bought cookies/cakes etc.
Hi mam,
My daughter birth weight was 3.1 now she is 2 year 7 month old. But recent weight 10 kg. she has suffered from diarrhea 6 months ago, she suffers many times with loose motion / cold n cough. We give her normal diet like rice, milk, fish, egg etc. but didn’t see any changes in weight. however height is 2.8 ft. Dr. advised to give anti worm medication. Please advice
Dear some kids don’t gain much weight inspite of proper diets and good care, and as parents it is natural to be worried. Yes you can ask the doctor to prescribe a deworming medicine and give once. apart from that you can start with dry fruits powder and other weight helping foods for the little one to ensure that she is fit and active. https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/20-super-healthy-weight-gain-foods-babies-kids/
My son birth weiht is 2.5 kg mam…now 11 month weight is 7.2 kg mam….he was normal weight or underweight mam.
Though his weight is slightly on the lower side, however if the baby is otherwise active and achieves other milestones on time you do not have to worry much. Do check some of these options https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/20-super-healthy-weight-gain-foods-babies-kids/
Hello mam, my daughter is 18 months old. Her weight is 10 kg. She is an active baby. Is this normal weight. Plz suggest..
The best part is that you mentioned baby is active, weight charts are just indicative and if the baby is achieving other milestones on time then there is nothing to worry about.
Hello Hema,
My Son is 2 yrs and 3 months old and his weight is 16 kg. He is overall active child but there is slight delay in his speech. He communicate by pointing out the things and he sometimes he gets angry very soon. Please suggest is my son overweight? and is his weight affecting his speech progress. As per your above post he is active but sometimes mood swings can be seen. Please suggest which diet to follow as I already use less sugar and salt in his diet. Also he likes milk alot and in last night also in between he wants milk 2-3 times.
Hi dear, weight is slightly on the higher side, but the good point is that the baby is active. There is no co-relation between speech concerns. By now the baby should start speaking some words, however if your little one is not communicating atall, it is fair to see a speech therapist to take an opinion.
Hi Hema,
My son was born on may 24th 2017 and birth weight was 3.4kg .
As on today his weight is 9.8kg (7 month). He is active and meeting all his milestone. Yesterday I had been to checkup and doctor told he is slightly over weight.
I am working and mornings he takes aptamil formula milk and later I feed him directly.
I am following your meal plan and now he take 3 solid meal and drinks milk in between.
Kindly let me know where I am doing wrong for him to gain more weight.
Thanks
-Vani
Dear you can opt for small meals, add fruits and water content more to the diet. So that the little one eats when the baby is actually hungry.
And play games with baby ensure that the little one stay active.
Hi my baby girl birth weight was 3.1 kg.ahe is only 4.4 kg at 2 month 22 days.she is active.she is on exclusive breast feedind but does not drink the milk for more than 5 min while feeding.Is this weight normal?
It is perfectly fine and baby shall gain weight in the months to come. Focus on exclusively breast feeding and if the baby falls asleep while feeding, try to rub behind ear or on the foot to wake her up so she can drink again.
Hi..my son is 18 months old and is 13 kgs.His birth weight was 2.8 kgs.He is an active baby. Is he overweight? Plz suggest..
His weight is slightly on the higher side, however just ensure that you are not adding too much sugar and salt to his food. Rest you can continue with normal healthy diet for the day. Also try to include physical activities and play for a while morning and evening both.
Our baby boy is 5 weeks old. He weighed 2.8 kgs at Birth in 36 weeks. He was only on breast feed till 30 days after birth. But his weight reduced to 2.650 kgs. After we started supplement formula milk he has gained 150 gms and now he is approx 2.850 kgs. I find this far below the standard weight even 3rd percentile. Pl advise
Dear right now your baby is very young and hence do not get worried with this standard chart. IT is just indicative one. Please do follow pediatric suggestions for now as the baby is young and needs to be monitored for overall growth.
Hi doc,
My kid is 11 months old and his weight is 10 kgs. He is active kid. I have checked ur article nd almost everything is mentioned for under weight kids. Pls let us know wat to do for over weight babies.
Thanks
Dear, you may consider to avoid sugar /salt until the baby completes one year. Secondly give more fruits and boiled veggies. Give oats and other healthy options. Certainly will like to pick this topic and write about it very soon.
Hello mam,
My baby boy was 3.2 kgs at birth now at 3months 18 days weighs 5.6 kgs.
He is exclusively breastfed and active baby.
Is the weight gain fine.
Thank you
Dear as the baby is active and exclusively breast feeding is done there is no worry atall . It shall regulate in the coming months. Hope you are visiting pediatric for monthly checkups too.
HELLO MAM MY BABY BOY BORN WEIGHT IS 3.14. TODAY HIS WEIGHT IS 6.50(6 MONTH 15 DAYS).HE IS ACTIVE. IS IT WEIGHT OK.
Yes, it is okay dear.
Dr. I am worried about my son weight as his weight was at the time of birth 4 kg . And his date of birth is 1st Aug 2015, now his weight is 12 kg kindly let me know wether it’s fine or need to add some diet which you told earlier
Dear though his weight is slightly on the lower side, I would like to know if the baby is otherwise active and achieving all other milestones on time. If yes then there is not much to worry, some kids are lean yet very active and healthy.
My baby is 5 month 14 days old and he is 6 kg 400 gram..is the weight oky and normal for his upbringing!!!
Um too concern for him..i breast feed him and even feed him lectogen formulated milk..
You can even exclusively breastfeed till the baby completes 6 months and then begin with different foods for his age. Our site has detailed food chart for 6 months babies and also guide on starting first solids. Hope this helps.
Hi Doc,
My baby weigh 2.5kg birth an turning 2yo next month as of my writing and his weight is 8.9kg and height is 78.3cm.. I am worried as he didn’t reach the expected weight and height on charts according to his age. He is pure breastfed until now, sometimes he is distracted and did not eat enough solid food, I am trying giving him homo milk but it is challenging on my part as he doesn’t want to drink it. He is very active boy. Please advice. Thank you Doc.
Joysha
Though the weight is slightly less for a 2 year old child, but m glad you mentioned he’s active, then there is not much worry. You can add dry fruits powder to his diet or check our weight gain food article to ensure complete nutrition.
Hi my little girl was 3.1kg born and now at 2months and 2 days she is 5.4kg is this normal ?
Dear if you are exclusively breastfeeding till now, then continue that and the chart is just indicative. Also as per birth weight, it seems the baby is doing well.
My daughter is 2.5 months old and she is 8 kg. Her birth weight was 3 kg. Is it normal growth rate. She is quite active MA SHA ALLAH.
Weight is certainly on higher side. Are you breast feeding the baby? My recommendation is to exclusively breastfeed and see the progress of weight for another month, if its increasing too much you must speak with a professional for guidance.
My baby girl birth weight was 3kg.. she is now 2months 20 days completed her weight is 4.750kg only…is this normal weight?
Dear if you are exclusively breast feeding then there is nothing to worry about. Weight gain patterns are unique for each child.
Hi mam, my baby boy is 1 year 36 days, her weight is 8.9 kg . is it normal weight? he is a active baby. is he under weight. plz plz suggest me . ..
Dear, as you rightly mentioned that though his weight is slightly on the lower side, there’s not much to worry as hez active. You can still opt for some of these foods https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/20-super-healthy-weight-gain-foods-babies-kids/
My son is 10 month his weight is 8.9 but he look very thin not much interest ed in solid he is bf baby I am worried he so thin not look chubby
You can check our weight gain foods and ensure the baby gets complete nutrition. Weight is fine and i am hoping the little one is active too.
Hi mam, my baby boy is 1 year 36 days, her weight is 8.9 kg . is it normal weight? he is a active baby. is he under weight. plz plz suggest me . ..
As you rightly said the baby is active and hence there is not much to worry. You could check our article on weight gain to ensure complete nutrition.
My little girl at birt was 3.1kgs. At 6 weeks she weighs 5.1. Is this normal or she’s gaining too much weight. I’m a bit worried she’s overweight. She looks a bit chubby.
Dear if you are exclusively breast feeding the baby for now, then do not worry much. Some babies initially gain weight and then stabilize. Give it some time and if you still feel thee is too much weight gain then after few weeks you can meet a doctor. But currently I think there’s not much to worry.
My kid is born with 2.5 KG’s, due to some confusion in feeding formula food, kid has lost 400 gm weight in 10 days , can you please suggest me how to recover from this & how to increase the weight of the kid gradually.
If it is possible, please breastfeed the baby for now. And Also confirm how old is the baby now? As we recommend exclusive breastfeeding for first 6 months.
my daughter;s birth weight was only 1.8 kg and was premature i.e. 34 weeks delivery. she is very active and now at 8th month mark she weighs 6.0 kg . kindly suggest weight gain foods and also comment about the growth rate
Weight is fine if the baby is active. Check this link for some help on weight gain foods https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/20-super-healthy-weight-gain-foods-babies-kids/
Hi Mam,
My daughter is 7.7years now. She weighs just 20Kg. Birth weight was 3Kg. Please give me some diet tips to improve her weight.Other than low weight she is an active bright girl.
Thanks
It is wonderful to hear that she is active and I am hopeful that she is achieving other milestones well. You can give her dryfruits powder and some of these foods to ensure she stays healthy. https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/20-super-healthy-weight-gain-foods-babies-kids/
the weweight of my 1yr baby boy is just 7.8 kg. is it normal?how can he gain weight?
If the little one is otherwise active, you don’t have much to worry. Check this link for some healthy foods https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/20-super-healthy-weight-gain-foods-babies-kids/
Hi doctor this is Sunitha my when my baby was born he was 4.7 KGS now he is 7 months old his wight is 14 is it normal are heavy is there any problem doctor plzzz suggest me
It is slightly on the higher side dear. How are his other activities. and Hope you are ensuring a healthy diet for the little one?
Please my boy birth weight was 2.6 after 40days he is 3.7 please it is ok
Yes it is fine. Hope you are breastfeeding exclusively. And going for regular baby check ups too.
My boy baby birth weight was 2.7kg..only 52 days completed now his weight is 3.7kg only…is this normal weight?
some people are saying it should be around 5…what can i do
It is fine dear, and do not fall under what people say. Hope the doctor is comfortable with the baby’s progress.
My 2 years 6 days sons body weight 18 kg. He is very active. He eats very well. He eats cow milk and home made food. is he over weight ? I am very worried about his weight. Please give me a suggestion.
Well, he is slightly on the heavier side. However you can ensure that he stays fit, by avoid commercial chocolates, biscuits and additional sugar in food. Kids of growing age reduce and gain very quickly. The best part is baby is active, so play in the evening and ensure he gets enough exercise too.
Hello Doc.
I am Raksha and my daughter is born 5th January 2015 of 2.9kg and now her weight is 11kg only, Is the weight ok? she is veyy active but my in- laws always tell me to increase his weight. I am giving her everything as mentioned in your article still then she is not gaining weight. And also can i give her milk, If anything bit solid goes into his mouth he just simply vomits for which I am not being able to give her proper foods. What should i do? kindly guide me and help me .
As long as the little one is active do not worry much about weight, however continue to promote chewing and self eating. Check our weight gain foods and other diets that can help little one stay healthy.
My baby is 7 months and 10 days old and his weight is 9.5 kg. So I wana ask that his weight is right according to his age?must reply
Dear how if your little one otherwise? Active? if so, don’t be so concerned about the exact weight, this is just a chart for reference dear.
hi mam,
my baby boy is now 11mnths old weight is 8.5 kg, birth weight was 3.3 kg. is it alright? also getting a bit darker gradually . very active . getting breast milk. i am also maintaining proper food chart. not sleeping during day time , only sleeps from 7pm to 5am.should i take any extra care? plz let me know..
I think you are doing a wonderful job and if the baby is otherwise active and achieving all milestones there is nothing to worry. His sleep hours are good, though an afternoon nap could help, you can try to co-sleep if you have that kind of time, around 1 or 2 in the afternoon.
what is the recent reference of weight for age for under 5 year children?
WHO standards dear.
Hello Doctor,
My kid’s birth weight was 2.5 kgs. Now he is 5 years old. His weight is 15.1 kgs and height 105 cms. Is that normal? If not, please advise the diet to be followed.
Waiting for your reply.
Dear, though the baby weight is on the lower side, if the baby is otherwise active and achieving on all milestones on time, there is not much to worry. You can check our weight gain foods and other nutrition filled recipes to ensure that the baby is healthy.
Hi.. my twins birth weight 1.5kg and 1.3 kg born 34 weeks.. now they are 2 year 2 months old and they weigh 10 kg and 8 kg.. one in very lean. Is there something to be worried about. They are active..
Dear, as you mentioned kids are active there is nothing much to worry about. You must focus on offering nutrition filled balanced diet to them. Check the post on weight gain foods, dry fruits powder and add some of them to their daily diet to ensure they stay healthy.
My baby boy weighs 3.4kg during birth and he is going to be 20month on 8sep and now his weight is 10kg. He had suffered from pneumonia when he was 8month old and his weight fall from 9.6 to 7 . Is his weight is normal. If not plz suggest something to do he don’t like eating much.
Shalini, if the baby is active, don’t worry much about the weight. You must ensure give weight gain foods and nutritive foods to the little one. https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/20-super-healthy-weight-gain-foods-babies-kids/
Hi mam
My baby girl is 30month and her waight is 10.8kg , she is active but her waight is not gaining i am worrying about her waight can u pls let me know any diat chart
Yes dear please check this https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/11-months-baby-food-chart-and-meal-plan/
My baby girl’s birth weight was 1.92 kgs.. but she went down to 1.64 kgs after that.. she slowly regained her birth weight… she was born premature in 34 + 6 weeks.. she is nearly 5 months corrected and her weight is 4.22 kgs.
She was gaining 140 to 180 gms per week till 3 months and after that her weight gain slowed down which was when she started rolling over.. she is very active, rolling over both sides, trying to move, sitting with minimum support etc..
I have started her on solids and takes 2 meals plus bottle feed 100 ml 4 times a day. Please suggest if her weight gain is fine and how can I improve her weight gain.
If she has completed 6 months please check our site for weigh gain and immunity boosting foods and start offering her that. Also i think you are doing a wonderful job of bringing up weight and the best part is your little one is active, so great going. Nothing to worry much.
hi doc
i have a baby boy, his weight while birth was 2.5 kg. he is 11 months old now, his weight is only 7.6 kg but he is very active. is there anything to worry about….i am so concerned
Absolutely not, you are doing a wonderful job. Time to pat your back. Just ensure baby continues to take healthy diet.
Hi Doctor, my baby girl is 3 months and 19 days today. I came back from her doctor’s appointment and she weighed only 4.5kg. Is this is normal weight or is there’s any concern regarding the weight?
Baby weight is ok dear. Hope the baby is active otherwise.
Hi Doc,
My baby girl is 7 months old. Her weight is 6.6 kg, birth weight was 1.9 kg(IUGR case). I am following below time table for her.
8 am Breast feed as per demand
10 – 10.30 am 1.5 tbsp Rice Banana powder/Raw banana powder in breakfast
12.30-1 PM- FM(120 ml)
2.30 -3 PM – 2 tbsp Sathuvaamu powder with ghee and Jaggery in lunch.
5.30 PM – FM(120ml)
7.30 PM Breast feed as per demand
9 PM – 2 tbsp Ragi powder with ghee and Jaggery.
After that breastfeed as per demand throughout the night.
Please let me know whether i am following correct timetable or not. Should i add something more in food. i have followed this from last 20 days and she gained 400 gm. Waiting for your reply.
This looks good Richa, also check the food chart for 7 months baby on the site and try to follow that. Even if the baby is less in weight but otherwise active, there is not much to worry. More important is to give nutritious food.
hi..my daughters birth weight was 2.05kg..her weight now is 6.69?Is it normal..i had changed her milk 3 times.her pedia told me that her weight is for 9 mos old only..
Hi Nancy, you need not worry about your daughter’s weight as long as she is healthy and active dear.
Hellow doctor my baby is 3 month old bus her weight is only 3.5kg but she is active and she slip their toung many times in or out .Please tell me and guide me.
Hi Sushil Kumar, you need not worry about her weight if she is healty and active.
hi mam
my baby boy was 3.1kg at birth bt within a week he was reduced to 2.7kg..later he tend to have slower weight gain. now he s 31/2 month n weight only 4.6kg. he s fully on breast feed n want to scuk for 30min n tend to play even one n half hour. is he underweight?? can i start formula milk along with breast feed
Dear please start following our food chart once the baby is 6 months old.
Hy hema my baby boy 1.5 weeks preemie his birth weight 1.5 kg now 3 month old and weight 4.5 pleas ans me weight is ok
Often weight of your baby may not be as per the chart, yet it is fine as long as the baby is active. Hope the baby is achieving other milestones well.
hi doctor,my baby girl born pre matured in begning of 7th month i dont remember exact week.her weight was 1.7kg. on november 1st week there was some vaccination due to that she got abscess on right leg .and then she had minor surgery .then she was ok.after 3months in feb she had some problem like jaundice, pneumonia and some infections but when doctor checked it was septic shock .she admitted in ccu for 40 days she survived still medication is going on.now she is ok .she is 11 months old and her weight is 4 kg .now breastfeeding for 7-8 times 2 times daal water and 2 times cow milk. she can turn she is passing smile. she can recognize me .she can hear .her digestive system is ok .doctor told she needs time to gain weight .i m in tension for her future .i dont know when she will be sit ? when she will get teeth? when she will be getting good weight ? kindly request to you mam please give me a suggestions what to do ? i hope you will understand my problem please try give good suggestion which make my baby health better and bright thank you .and please mail me also this post .
Hi Whinny, thanks for asking us. I advice you to not add cow’s milk to your baby’s diet until 1 year age. There is no need to be tensed, just follow your doctor’s advice. Each baby is different and reach their milestones at diferent times. Just take care to keep her healthy and active and she will be fine, you need not worry about her weight.
My daughter is 1.6 year old and her weight is 8.9kg….plz tell me that is fine or not? she is very active but very weak….
As long as the baby is active it is perfectly healthy. You can ensure that you add some weight and immunity gaining foods to her diet. Please check the diet for options.
Hi doc
My daughters birth weight was 3. 4 kg and now after 7 weeks she weighs 4.1 kg.
She s mostly on breastfeeding and on formula top feed.
She’s an active baby
Is that normal weight at this time or should we show it to pediatrician.
The general checkup for pediatrician said no worries with weight.
Need advise
Absolutely dear, no worries at all. As long as baby is taking breastfeed nicely, all is good.
My baby birth wt was 2.2kg, after 6 months she was 5.5 kg . Now she is 11 months & wt is only 6.1 kg. She is active & eat all the things. But I have worried about her wt.
Dear, the good thing is she is active. You can focus on nutrition and attempt for healthy weight. Here are some tips https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/20-super-healthy-weight-gain-foods-babies-kids/
I am Gladis from Mumbai. My baby’s birth weight was 3.7 kg. Now she is 50 days old, her present weight is 4.2 kg. Is this normal..? Should my baby gain more weight.? Please reply
Gladis, how is the baby otherwise and has the pediatric mentioned anything specific? If the pediatric doesn’t find anything alarming, it is fine, some babies gradually pick on weight. Continue to breast feed.
Hello Doc,
Loved the article. Simple and helpful.
My situation is quite the opposite to what people have been posting. Baby Girl was 2.4kg at birth. She just turned 4 months this week and weighs 6.24kg! She is exclusively and directly breastfed. She is active and pee-poo counts are fine. Sleeps a less though. Should I be concerned? What should I do?
Well, there is nothing much to worry as she is exclusively on breast feed. Just that you can only feed on demand and take an opinion from her pediatric too who can reassure.
Hello Doc,
Very succinctly elucidated write-up. My Daughter was 2.3kg at birth…. She looked so tiny. She’s 6 weeks old today and she weighs 5kg. Should I be concerned about her weight? She doesn’t look so chubby
She is fine dear, no need to worry. As long as the baby is otherwise active. Some babies gradually pick on weight.
Hi Madam,
My baby boy is 15 months old , he is 19 .8 kilo , but he is very active . Can you please tell me is there any chance to health issue in future. Please suggest
Dear, certainly it is important to maintain healthy weight. Focus on serving completely home made food and ensuring the child plays around. Increase water content for the little one and follow an overall healthy lifestyle.
Hi Hema
Loved the details of your site…very useful…
I have a concern over my little ones weight…she was 2.650 at birth..now at 22months she is 9.2kg…i give al sorts of nutrition to her from eggs,sathumaavu,dhal,rice,fruits and veggies.
she is very active and mt MIL says my husband used to be thin too at this age…
I need to know if the weight is okay or not?
Just like age, weight is also a number until you see that the kid is inactive or shows any signs of uneasiness. If the baby is active, don’t worry much. Check this link too https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/20-super-healthy-weight-gain-foods-babies-kids/
Hi hema,
I’m Asha. living in Netherland. my second son born here. his birth weight is 3.2kg, he gain weight normally till 5 month. later he is not gaining weight. now he is 8 month and 7.580kg. for last one month he did not gain weight at all. what can i do for him to gain weight. please help me.
Hi Asha, you need not worry about weight gain as long as your baby is healthy and active.
Hi Mam,
My baby boy is in 18th month.. His weight is 10kg, In want to know the height of my baby at 18th month?? I have seen WHO Chart for weight.. but i couldn’t understand the 3rd, 15th and median column… can you please help me out…
Thanks…
Hi Hema, the height of your baby has to be between 77.2 to 87.3 according to the WHO height chart for 18 month old boy. You need not worry if it is lesser or higher as the chart is only a guide and each child is different. Your boy has the ideal median weight for 18 month old at 10 kg. The 3rd column means that 3% of normal children will be less than that weight, 15th means 15% of normal kids will be lesser and median is that 50% of the children are below the weight.
Hi Dr. I am manjari from jharkhand. My baby is 3 months old. His weight is 7 kg. Birth weight was 3 kg. He is totally on bm. Is he overweight?
Don’t worry much about weight for now, as the baby is in growing stage. Provide breastmilk till 6 months and then you can follow a diet chart as on the site.
Doctor my baby is just 4months old…. she was born with a weight of 2.7kg n on may 27 she weighed 4.7kg….
She is suckling for 5min n sometimes for 10mins…the doctor told me that she is ok.. as long as she is active n irinating for 8-10times in a day.
Still i am worried for her weight though she is active n urinating more than 10 times in a day…
She is also on aristozyme drops along with multivitamin n d3 drops
Hi Anchal, you should stick to your pedaitrician’s advice and breastmilk should be the only source of nutrition untill 6 months for your baby. Nothing much to worry.
My babygirl birth weight is1.300kg now she is7.5month old and her weight is 4.800.I am worrying about her growth.
Hi Princy you need not worry about her weight if she is healthy and active.
Hello doc..
My baby is 8 plus nw, I am giving him sattumavu mix..wid banana but nw he doesn’t like it..how to make him eat??
Hi dear, seacrch for different recipes that you can make using sathumaavu in this blog. Give him a variety of foods he will start having it slowly.
Hi doctor my baby is of 50days now she doesn’t suck milk properly. Just for 5min she sucks the milk we don’t understand what is the problem. We sometimes spoon feed her my breast milk but keeps crying that time.wen she was born she was only 2.73kg. Could you help me out.
Hi dear, please check this link and hope it helps https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/how-to-overcome-common-breastfeeding-problems/
Sometimes the baby may not be crying for milk but uneasy with the holding position or otherwise. Check this and her birth weight was not too less,many babies are born with that weight and will eventually be very healthy. So do not worry much about that.
Hi madam I have boy baby now running three and half month his weight 6.9 and birth weight is 3.3 kg I worried about gaining weight how to rectify that it’s normal or not..
The baby is perfectly fine, as long as he is active. These are generic standards and many kids don’t achieve these weight targets. Focus on nutrition and offer variety since now you must have started solids.
Madam DR…
Girl baby is 2 years old .. How many weight is girl 2 years old?? pls reply ….
Hi Shebin, please check the appropriate weight for your baby in the chart itself.
You don’t start solids until 6 months, if I am right?
Yes, its best to exclusively feed breast milk for 6 months.
Hi,
My daughter is 11 month old. she is 7.8kg and 68cm . when she born she was 2.06 kg, born in 37 weeks. Could you please suggest is she fall under ideal height and weight category?
Hi Lavanya, you need not worry about her weight as long as she is healthy and active.
My 11 month baby is 7.8kg and 68cm. when she born she was 2.06kg, born in 37th week. I am feeling she is lacking in ideal height and weight. Could you please suggest ? My worries is reasonable or she is normal. she didn’t get teeth yet… also she walk in walker, but not by her own. she rolls but not crawling.
Milestones are different for each child and just let your your little one reach her milestones
Hii doctor.
My daughter is 4 month old and her weight is 5.47 kg ..her birth weight was 2.88. Is it normal.?
She is active.
Her height is 57 cm
Hi Manisha, you need not worry if she is healthy and active,
my baby is 3 months old boy
he weighs 5 kg when he was 2 months old and has gain only 250g in 3 months
i am giving him exclusive breast feed
should i consult a doctor or it is normal
If he is healthy and acitve, there is nothing to worry. Otherwise you can consult the doctor
Very useful post. My baby girl was 2.68kg at birth. During her second vaccine at 10 week she was only 3.68kg which is way below the graph. She just latch on my breast for few minutes and cries a lot if I express my milk and give. Pls help this helpless mother
Please continue to exclusively breastfeed untill sixth month and supplementary breastfeeding with solids from 6th month
HI Doctor, My son was 2.75 kgs at birth and now almost a year. he is 7.1. In the last six months he has gained only about 200 gms. his baby weight was 6.9 kgs. He had a fever after that and since rejecting all the solids that we give him.90% breastfeeding. He is very active but only grievance is now he looks almost 2-3 months smaller than his peers and we’re concerned he is not getting any nutrition.
I am happy to hear that the little bub is active and that is certainly most important. Offering kids variety of food at this age ensure complete nutrition and also enhances their eating style. Here are some articles worth reading https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/20-super-healthy-weight-gain-foods-babies-kids/
Also sharing food chart, so you have ample options to offer from https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/1-year-baby-food-chart/
Hi doctor i m harpal from sirsa haryana my son 4.5 years old now weight is 13 kg is underweight but he is active and eating near about everything rather than some foods please tell me or suggest any tonic for gain weight and height
Hi Harpal,the good thing is that the little one is active and hence you don’t need to worry much. For overall nutrition and health you can check these options https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/20-super-healthy-weight-gain-foods-babies-kids/
You can also opt for our dry fruits powder, Sathumaavu Health mix if we can have that.
hi,my 3 year son has 10 kg wt,and his digection is not proper.he has very low apetite
Anu, you may try some weight gain food – https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/20-super-healthy-weight-gain-foods-babies-kids/. Some kids do have less appetite and are still active.
Also for digestion if it is a long term concern, please also meet a pediatric so that a thorough check up is done.
My baby birth weight is1.700kg now she is5month old and her weight is 4.250.I am worrying about her growth.
Babies growth is very unique and much also first few months weight much depends on birth weight. If your baby is otherwise active, please do not worry. Breastfeed the baby well and and once she completes 6 months, you can enhance the food options so that she stays healthy.
Hello doctor
My baby girl born at 35 week 5 days. She was weighing 2.8 kg. …now she is 16 week weighing 4.7 kg. Please guide me that my baby gaining enough weight. .
Unless the baby is 6 months, you will have to exclusively breast feed. After than please free to look for 6 months food chart on the site. All the best
Hello maam….my baby is 8 months old….his wgt is 5.8kg….from last three months he is not gaining wgt..m in too much worry….his birth wgt was 2.25 kg….wht r the reasons behind not gaining wgt..??????
Hi, if the baby is active, don’t worry much. Here are some options you could try to ensure baby gets ample nutrition https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/20-super-healthy-weight-gain-foods-babies-kids/
Also check our 8 months food chart, enhance food options for the baby. Baby is perhaps on a slow progress, Also don’t shy away from meeting a local pediatric if this is worrying you too much. A personal checkup can rest all worries.
Hello I have twin girls they were born prime at 32 wks baby A birth weight n height was 1.77 kg, 42 cm
Baby B was 1.62 kg, 39 cm they are 6 months now baby A is 6.540 ,64.8 cm baby B is 6.880, 62 cm they are both active they feed and sleep well baby A is now trying to turn over while baby B is already doing it.
My concern is if they are on track being that they are prime
Mommy dear, hats off to you for bringing them up from such low weights to this level. And I am happy that both of them are doing well. Your next focus should be complete nutrition for them, don’t target for standard weight for now. Please check food charts for 6 months baby and a link that has options for these babies. Please go through these links https://shop.mylittlemoppet.com/organic-homemade-food-for-babies-below-1-year/
https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/20-super-healthy-weight-gain-foods-babies-kids/
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MY 2 YEAR BABY GIRL IS 10.500 KG ONLY, SHE IS EATING WELL AND NOT GAINING WEIGHT,I AM GIVING HER HEALTHY FOOD,,HER BIRTH WEIGHT WAS 2.500 KG, AND SHE WAS A PREMATURE BABY,PLEASE REPLY ME…I AM WORRYING TOO MUCH
As long as your baby is healthy and acitve, theres nothing to worry.
Hi,
My son was 3.05 kg when he was born… He doubled when he was 5 months…. But after 8 months he didn’t gain or lose weight… He was
7.5 kg for till 1 yr.. we live in the usa. Then our pediatrician was concerned n asked to give pediasure… Then he gained 300gms…. We were sent to GI… He s active n doesn’t vomit or loose stool… He is NW 16 months n weighs 8.5 kg n seems to be tiny
Veena are you giving a balanced diet to the little one. Though some kids don’t gain weight yet are very active and comfortable. https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/20-super-healthy-weight-gain-foods-babies-kids/ Also, if you like you can opt for our dryfruits powder and Sathumavu. https://shop.mylittlemoppet.com/?s=Sathumaavu+Health+Mix
Hello Dr
My daughter is 1.8 years. Her north weight was 2.9 kg. Now since a month her wgt is 11.6 kg.neither reducing it increasing.
Is that normal?
Not north weight.it’s birth weight☺
Weight for now looks on track. You can pat your pack as long as the little one is active. Check this link for some nutritious options https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/20-super-healthy-weight-gain-foods-babies-kids/
or pick one of this https://shop.mylittlemoppet.com/?s=Sathumaavu+Health+Mix
hey doc,
My daughter was born 3kgs ,she has been adding at least 1kg after every month .at 6 months she was 8.4 and has not added weight since and she is now 1 year. she is very active and achieving her milestones,is her lack of weight gain something i should worry about?
Hi Rita, As long your child is healthy and acitve there is no need to worry about her weight.
Hi Doctor,
My baby is 3 kg at birth and now he is 11 months old and 8.2 kg weight is that normal.He is very active and showing all developments properly.He is not showing interest to eat rice…but somehow i will feed him
hi Dr. Hema,
Im writing to know on my daughter’s weight. She is 4 yrs old this year (in November)..her born weight is 2.645kg..now she is 10kg…is she under weight? yes normally, we wudnt mind her weight as for us, as long she is active, we are okay..but lately many have noticed her weight and told us to try this n that to increase her weight…my wife and me are considered small size as well..pls advise us. thanks.
Hi,
As long as your little one is active and healthy there is no need to be worried and since you both are also into smaller side, if any one asks let them know that your daughter takes after you 🙂
Hi doctor
My baby birth weight was 2.8kg…now 7 months completed..his weight is 7.6kg..his weight is normal..?
Weight is perfectly fine as long as the baby is active dear. You could check the website for food chart and weight gain foods.
My baby was 2.6kg @birth, at 5month he just 4.2kg, he his a very active n happy Baby, should I be worry.
Hi,
If he is active and achieving his milestones properly then you don’t need to worry about it
pls my baby is 2.5 @ birth nw @ 4 month 5.4. is it normal
Yes he has doubled his birth weight so that is a good sign 🙂
my baby boy weighs 3.6kg at birth. and now hes 5 months weighing 9.1kg…..please is this normal cos im sooo worried that hes is overweight. what should i do
Hi,
Please consult your paediatrician for the weight gain as it has to be definitely checked
My baby weight is 3.25 at birth now it’s 5.4 is it brings any problem
Please mention baby’s age also. And how is the baby otherwise in activities and other mile stones?
Hello mam
My Niece is 35 months old, she is active, when she born her weight was 2.25 kg,and now her weight is 11 kg and her height is too short its 81 Inches is it normal?
Pls give me the detail how can we get gain in her weight and height.
Hi Sarika,
Her weight is good , height is always determined genetically and so dont worry about the height for now, you cna check these weight gaining recipes for toddlers
Hi Doc, My baby is now 3 months 4 days old weights 5.0 kg. baby birth weight is 3.5 but she went major surgery at 4th day after delivery she was in NICU for 2 weeks. baby is taking mixed feed oral and formula feed.Baby is well and active. Just I want know baby is in correct weight or under weight.
hello Hemaji ,
My Girl baby child is 12 months n 20 days, she is active, when she born her waight was 3.25 kg,and now her waight is 7.8kg is it normal??
and pls give me the detail how can we gate gain in her waight.now we start cow’s milk for her.
Dear Ekta,
She is slightly on the lower side, but dont worry, if she is active and healthy then there is no need to worry, please check this post for Weight gaining foods for Babies
My baby girl 3 month and 20 days old .her weight at birth time 2.3kg and now is 4.8 kg is it ok .everyone says she is weak i worried what shold i do .
WEight progress looks fine to me, as long as the baby is otherwise active. After completion of 6 months you can offer other variety of food to her.
Hello Mam,
I have read your article, its very informative. My daughter is now 22 months old and her birth weight was 3 kgs and now she is 9.8 kgs. She is very active and eats all kind of foods.
Height wise she is at 87 CM. I have gone through the chart you have mentioned. As per the chart my baby wasn’t following the same percentile.Do we need to worry about this?Do you have any suggestion for us?
Thanks for your help in advance.
Hi Doc
My baby was 2.6 at birth.
He just turned 14 months old and weighs 7.9 kilos
He refuses all solid food except he tastes a bit and I’ve tried offering him variety of foods but that helps little
He still drinks a lot of breast milk though
I have never fed him formula or bottle fed him
My doctor says he needs to gain weight and I shud start feeding him formula. At this age I don’t want to
He is active hardly falls sick but is cranky in the mornings
I don’t know if there is any link
He has been walking since 11.5 months
Please tell me if I shud be worried abt his weight
I need a second opinion
my baby girl is 3years 4months old. she is active. her weight is 16kg 800gms. At the time of birth she was 2.1kgs.is She over weight? Plz give some guidance.
Hello….
My son is weighing 5.8kg after 10 months and birth weight was 2.4kg.
Plz suggest me next course of action.
Hie doc.
My son was was born prematurely at 31wks weighing 1.2kg ,he is now 1year and is weighing 6.4kg im very worried he is underweighed but he is active,happy and eats well only his weight worries me.
Hi,
My baby’s birth weight was only 1.9 KG and now at 16 months he weighs only 10 kgs .. he is neither putting on weight nor gaining much height and is small as per all parameters including corrected age milestones .. even though he is very active , what can i do additionally for his overall physical growth
I was at the clinic and my little girl is 7months 15 days weigh 7.2kg and the nurse said she s not growing well because she drop with 1kg compared to last month s weight, they gave zinplex syrup.Will it help to boost the weight but she s active
Hi doc,my baby girl is 9 months nd she is weighing 8’2kg, she is a pre term baby 1’8kg at birth,is she doing well?
My 7 months son’s weight is 5.6. Is that okay? As overall his developent is good
My girl s weight is 16 Kg at 4 years is she under weight or correct??
Dear Thrideep,
Please use the above charts to calculate based on her birth weight
Mine is a girl baby completed 6 months and now she weighs 6.5 kg is her weight is k
Hi,
Please use the above charts to check her weight gain based on her birth weight
my girl baby is 2 years one month completed. she will takes liquid items only . The solid food dont take. till now wait is 11kg. Sometimes she will take tiffen items and dont take rice. she well takes to fruits and vegetables to ate. I worry to no weight gain. please solve this problem. My husband is shouted me, solid foods taken she is gone or crying
Hi,
Nearly 80% of the mails I receive every day are about babies’ weight, particularly about how to know if they are underweight and what to do if that is the case. Being chubby isn’t necessarily a sign of good health, since an obese baby is prone to several health problems throughout his life. As long as your baby’s diet is adequate and balanced you don’t have to worry about his weight.
My mantra is always :
” As long as the baby is active and healthy, there is no need to worry about the weight gain”
However, it is important to keep an eye on a baby’s weight, since being either underweight or overweight can put the baby at risk of many illnesses. So here is an article that can help you to know if your baby is in ideal range in height and weight.
How to know whether my baby is underweight or overweight?
If Underweight how can I increase my baby weight with healthy diet?
It is important to remember that if you’ve had a premature baby or multiples, the standard numbers may not apply, and it’s best to consult your paediatrician in such cases. In any case, these numbers are not set in stone and will vary from baby to baby. Even siblings can show different patterns in gaining weight; it doesn’t matter as long as the baby is healthy, active and developing normally otherwise.
My sons birth weight was 2.800 kg now at 2months and 7 days he is 5.700 kg is his weight OK?
Yes, you don’t have to worry about her weight gain
Dear Doctor
My baby is 54day (1 month and 3 week). She is weighing only 3.28kg.her birth weight was 2.9 kg.she is having gerd.last week weight gain was just 200gm. and this week weight gain 0.070gm . so pl. help and guide .and req. wt. of 2 month baby wt. ?
Dear Jagdish,
Don’t worry about her weight gain now, exclusively breastfeed during this stage and she will automatically start gaining weight , her previous week weight gain was good, so dont worry about it
My son is 1 year 3 ,he is 15 kg. Is that normal? Kindly advise. Am worried that he is getting overweight.
Dear Teddy,
please consult your paed regarding this , as I can comment only if I can examine the baby
My son is 12 months old and wearing diaper for 24 hours is good for my baby or not.
It is always better to have a diaper free time atleast for 2 hours everyday
Hey Dr , my boy is 11 months 1 week and he weigh 17. 5 but he is very active , am worry about his weight gain. He eat very well but he weighed 3.0 at birth , please help me
Dear Dorinda,
Do you mean he weights 17.5kg? then you should definitely consult a paed regarding his weight gain
Hi Doc,
My son is 2.6 year old and has 10.7 kg weight with 83 cm height. His birth weight is 3 kg. he is very active in daily routine. Please need your advise about weight and growth patter chart..
Regards,
Raman
Dear Raman,
As long as he is active and healthy you don’t have to worry about his weight gain, you can try the following weight gaining foods like sathumaavu, banana powder, multgrain health drink etc
My baby girl 2 month and 10 days old .her weight at birth time 3.25 and now is 4 kg is it ok .everyone says she is weak i worried what shold i do .
Do not worry , she will slolwy pick up as she crosses 3rd month
Hi nam,
My daughter now five months old botn with low birth weight 2.4kgs only.She was in neonatal care for 12 days as she got lung infection.now her weight is five kgs. Sometimes she gain more per week but from past two weeks not gaining as much as expected. She is very active,happy baby. I am little worried about her weight. She is formula fed. Please give me suggestion.
Thanks
Dear Sucharu,
Don’t worry about her weight gain now, after 6 months completion, you can start solids that will help her gain weight
Thanks mam for the reply.
One thing thats concerning me the most is that her weight gain is not proper.At five months five kgs now at seven months 5.5 kgs, is that normal.I am really worried please advice me.she just starting sitting without support for 4 to 5 minutes.Worried about weight gain.
Hi Hema Doc,
My girlchild is a low birth weight baby.she is 1.75kg when she was born, now she is 1 year her weight is 7kgs around.She vomits frequently when ever i feed.she is a snacky eater.Please Suggest my how to handle her. I am much worried about her eating.
Dear Deepthi,
As per charts she is gaining weight correctly, regarding her vomiting, please check with a pediatrician as what might be the cause
Hello Doctor,
Very informative blog , loved all your posts. Added many few foods in my LO’s list.
Thank you
hi mam my baby age was 11 1/2 mnths n her birth weight is 3. 2 n now her weight is 8. 4kg is it safe weight n she is very active also n she got fever in last mnth due to that she lost her weight upto 700 gms. how can i improve her weight pls help me
dear Srinija,
her weight gain is adequate as long as he is active, dont worry about it, check to know what are the healthy weight gain foods for your baby
Hi.
Dr please send me the chart for my 2 year old baby. He is very weak normally 2 year old babies are runing but my baby when he is trying to stand he fell down and some time when we are stand him on floor they take 10 – 15 step forward and fell down Plz send me the diet chart and which oil used for massage and how to massage a body.
Thanks.
M Salman Shahid
Dear Salman,
Please check this chart for your toddler, for his motor activities, please consult your pediatrician about it, you can use coconut/olive oil for massage
Hi, my child is 3 years 7 months now. His birth weight is 2.4 kg. He is now 12 kg , she is active.Is he in normal weight.? Please suggest me is she fine or we have to consult with doctor for this.
yes it is correct weight
Hii my baby is 15 month old and she weighs just 7.8 kg…I’m too worried for her…she gots swelling n dark circle under her eyes …Dr says that she has iron deficiency.. I m giving her iron supplement through drops but there is no result.she don’t eat anything n dnt even drink milk…should she need blood bottle,s what should I do pls help me
Dear Neha,
Can you email her laboratory reports to [email protected] , so that I can have a look
Hi doc,
My lo at birth was 4.5 kg. Now he is 5 months old and weighing 6.8 kg . He is a active baby but i m concerned about his weight. Is he underweight?
Dear Sangeetha,
Sorry for the delayed reply, do let me know her current weight for me to ascertain whether she is underweight
Hello mam
My baby girl at birth she is 3.2 kg now she is 5 month old and she is 8 kg .I am worried for gaining weight too fast but my mom was saying i was just like her when I was in same age .Please tell me is she fine or we have to consult with doctor for this.
Dear Arshee,
There will be rapid weight gain in the first 6 months, although it is nothing to be worried about, you can consult your paed too if you wish
Hi Hema ji,
My son has turned one year on 17th January. When he was born he was if 2.6kg and now 9.86 kg. Is the weight ok? He isvety active but my in- laws always tell me to increase his weight. I am giving him everything as mentioned in your article still then he is not gaining weight. And also can i give him cow’s milk ftom niw onwards? If anything bit solid goes into his mouth he just simply vomits for which I am not being able to give him finger foods. What should i do?
Dear Subha,
He is in the correct weight gain path so don’t worry about it
Hi, my child is 5 years 3 months now. His birth weight is 3.4 kg. He is now 17.3 kg. Is he in normal weight.? Please suggest..
Dear Jay,
As long he is active and healthy you don’t have to worry about his weight
Hi mam…my son getup morning at 11am. .too late only. .he slept night 11pm…so his morning food missed…he was eating 12’o clk his morning food…if he will getup at 9am but don’t eat any food…he will tired…then he is going to sleep. ..what can I do for that…mam I know little bit English. .do u understand my pblm. .
My son 11 months old…he ate apple ,banana potato carrot dosai rice with parupu ..egg yogurt but don’t increase a weight. .what can I do? ? All food don’t eat daily. .but he ate daily egg rice with parupu banana yogurt apple dosai or idly..
He was born on 4 kg…but now 11 months old his weight 8 kg only..but he is very active. .he don’t drink a milk..how to increase his weight and how to drink a milk to him..he is drink a breastfeeding only..is it enough to him ??
Mam he is drinking nido no 3 powder actually 3 years old baby drink a tat milk powder. .shall I give tat powder there is any problem for that..pls help me
Hi Fathima,
It is better you switch to cow’s milk now
Dear hema,
Good wishes to you.
My son has completed 13 month ago..still he has 4 teeth only which is 2 nos on upper and lower side. Why still he isn’t get a proper number of teeth. What is problem and remedy.
Dear Azim,
Please refer to our FAQ section where we have dealt in details
Yes, you can give cows milk after 1 year
Hi mam…my son 15 months old..b4 one year he ate any food. .but now he didn’t eat any food. ..his weight lost..Wat can I do
Dear Azim,
Do check this Weight gaining foods for your son, as long as he is active and healthy you don’t have to worry about weight gain
Hi fathima,
As long a she is active and healthy , you donthave to worry about his weight gain, as the feeding schedule is good
Hi fathima,
Try making him sleep a little early in the night, allow him to play well in the evening, that wil make him tired and may sleep early
I successfully completed my second pregnancy and i am blessed with twins a boy and a girl. They were weighing 2kg each now they are 4 monthhs old but mow dey weighs 5.6 kg is the weight enough for my babies. What do i have to give my babies for weight gain.
Hi Amsin,
Right now, they need to be exclusively breast fed, after you start weaning you can slowly start the foods mentioned in this article according to the age
Cheers
Hema
Am really grateful about these informative posts.Dr.Hema has made my first motherhood enjoyable.God Bless
Thank you for your kind words Joan 🙂
Hi hema
My baby is six and half months. She is weighing only 6kg.her birth weight was 3.23 kg.she is having gerd.last month weight gain was just 160gm.my concern is that she is refusing formula milk and am lactating less.in this case how do I manage to meet her requirements. How many solids should I give her and the quantity.plz help.
Thanks
C. Fdes
Hi Clency, try to breastfeed as much as you can, it’ll help boost your supply. As for solids, you can check our recommendations regarding quantities here: https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/diet-chart-5th-month/
Hi Doc,
Very informative post. My lo at birth was 2.98 kg and she is now 15 months weighing 8.06 KGS..she is very active so I am not worrying about the weight but I am concerned about her height..she is 70.3 cms at 15 months and I feel really worried.. Doc says height majority depends on genes, I am 5ft and hubby 5″6 ..lo looks tiny compared to todds of her age..will she cope up with her height in coming years ??TIA
Regards,
Neha
Hi neha,
Yes it depends entirely on the genes, don’t worry she will attain the desired height in pubertal growth spurt