#AskTheExpert my baby is 13 months old but he is not gaining enough weight what to do

A. Dear parent, for 13 months old baby, if baby has tripled the birth weight and is active, playful then do not worry. For healthy weight gain, give homemade balanced diet having variety of food groups especially seasonal fruits and vegetables even green leafy vegetables. At least 500 ml of milk every day including milk products like curd, paneer, cheese. You can give eggs and non veg foods. Add powdered nuts like almonds to baby’s food. Add ghee to baby’s food. Give 4 to 5 meals a day and up to one katori every time. Continue to breastfeed.