#asktheexpert hello , my son is a pre term child born about 1.15 kgs...now his weight is 16 kgs...looks very lean but he is active and healthy..do I have to worry about his weight and heigh..?and any suggestions on his food ... Thank you

1 Answer

ExpertVandana SharmaNutritionist4 years ago

A. Hello mom he is fine as mentioned she was a pre term baby so hence they tend to grow on a slow pace as compared to full term baby so not to worry as she is active. For her age and eating well

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