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#asktheexpert Hello dr meri beti abhi 17 months ki hai woh kal se patla moti kr rhi h Kya ye normal hai
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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 6 m old boy6 months agoA. If your 17-month-old baby is not gaining weight and has loose motions, it is important to address both issues carefully.
Possible Reasons for Not Gaining Weight:
✅ Frequent Loose Motions – Can cause weight loss or prevent weight gain.
✅ Poor Appetite or Food Intake – Due to teething, infections, or food allergies.
✅ Nutrient Deficiencies – Lack of proteins, fats, or essential vitamins.
✅ Infections (Viral or Bacterial) – Diarrhea from stomach infections.
✅ Lactose Intolerance or Food Sensitivity – If diarrhea happens after milk or certain foods.
What You Can Do?
✔️ Increase Calorie Intake – Add ghee, butter, cheese, banana, avocado, dry fruits powder, and curd to meals.
✔️ Give Easily Digestible Foods – Moong dal khichdi, mashed potatoes, suji upma, curd rice, soft roti with ghee.
✔️ Hydration is Important – Give ORS, coconut water, buttermilk, and soups to prevent dehydration from loose motion.
✔️ Avoid Heavy or Spicy Foods – No fried food, junk food, or cow’s milk (if causing diarrhea).
✔️ Check for Teething – Teething can cause mild diarrhea. Give soft, soothing foods.
✔️ Probiotics Help – Give curd or probiotic supplements to improve digestion.
When to See a Doctor?
⚠️ Loose motion continues for more than 3 days.
⚠️ Signs of dehydration – Dry lips, no tears, sunken eyes, less urination.
⚠️ Weight loss or extreme weakness.
Since she is not gaining weight and has loose motions, consult a pediatrician for proper evaluation. Let me know if you need specific diet suggestions!
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