#AskTheExpert Dear Sir, My child is 15 months old. Since last 3-4 months his weight is not increasing. His weight is 9 kg. His weight is fluctuating nearby this figure only. Also his height is also not increasing. What should I do? I consulted Paediatrician in our area also, but he said it's fine.

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Dr Vandan H KumarFather of a 7 yr 5 m old boy2 years ago

A. it is important for you to know that the weight of the child depends upon the genetic patterns and by that pattern only the weight gain in child is seen. it also depends upon the diet the child is taking. so it is advisable that you should meet the doctor who will tell you whether there is anything to worry or not and whether the child requires any health supplements. the child should be given differzent flavours and recipes made from cereals pulses vegetable milk and fruits daily in small amount. you can adzd ghee groundnuts dryfruits in the diet and this will help in improving the weight of the child. you can go through many recipes for children in different flavour and taste for your child on firstcry

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NikithaMom of 2 children2 years ago

A. hello some kids are slow weight gainers and if the child is active then weight is not a problem and make sure to give your child healthty food and nutritious food in the diet and any concern then it is better to check with your doctor and your doctor will be able to guide you

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