#asktheexpert my baby is 11 months old he is still 8 kg not gaining weight ? what should we give for him ?

A. If your 11-month-old baby weighs 8 kg and is not gaining enough weight, you can try high-calorie and nutrient-rich foods to support healthy growth. 🔹 Foods to Help Baby Gain Weight ✅ Healthy Fats: Desi ghee (add in dal, khichdi, or roti) Homemade butter (spread on chapati or add to porridge) Avocado (mash and give directly or mix with banana) ✅ Protein-Rich Foods: Moong dal khichdi with ghee Mashed paneer / tofu Egg yolk (boiled or scrambled) Chicken soup / fish (if non-veg) ✅ High-Calorie Carbs: Banana, mango, chikoo, dates, and figs Oats porridge / suji halwa with nuts powder Sweet potato mash with ghee Homemade dry fruit powder (almonds, cashews, walnuts) mixed in milk ✅ Calcium & Iron Sources: Ragi porridge (superfood for weight gain) Curd / yogurt / cheese Sprouted moong dal / chana dal 🔹 Sample Daily Meal Plan ✅ Early Morning (7:00 AM) – Breast milk / formula ✅ Breakfast (9:00 AM) – Ragi porridge with ghee ✅ Mid-Morning Snack (11:30 AM) – Banana & dates puree / boiled egg ✅ Lunch (1:30 PM) – Dal rice with ghee / Vegetable khichdi ✅ Evening Snack (4:30 PM) – Makhana roasted in ghee / Paneer cubes ✅ Dinner (7:00 PM) – Suji upma with vegetables / Daliya with milk ✅ Before Bed (9:00 PM) – Breast milk / formula 🔹 Tips for Better Weight Gain ✅ Give small, frequent meals (every 2-3 hours). ✅ Add ghee to every meal (start with a small amount). ✅ Let the baby self-feed (finger foods help increase interest in eating). ✅ Massage daily with warm oil (improves digestion & appetite). ✅ Avoid packed snacks & sugary food. If your baby is active and achieving milestones, weight gain might be slow but normal. Let me know if you need more specific meal ideas!