#asktheexpert Hello Dr, my baby is 6 months old and is 6.1kgs. Her birth weight was 3.49kgs. Although she has not doubled her birth weight, she is extremely active, has already 2 incisors teeth coming up and is meeting all her milestones. Should I worry still?

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ExpertNiharika PandeyPediatric Dentist9 months ago

A. hi no need to worry about. its okay if kid is active and achieving all milestones at proper timing. gently massage the gum pad area with clean finger tip or cloth

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