#asktheexpert my baby is 3yr 5 month old his weight is 11 kg and height 87 cm what I do to increase his height and weight pls tell me

A. Your 3-year-5-month-old baby has a weight of 11 kg and height of 87 cm, which is below the average for his age. Ideally, at this age: ✅ Average weight: 13-16 kg ✅ Average height: 95-102 cm Since your child's growth is on the lower side, here’s what you can do: 💪 1. Diet Plan for Weight & Height Gain 🍛 Morning: Milk with Dry Fruits Powder (Almonds, Cashews, Walnuts, Dates) Banana or Mango Shake 🍲 Lunch: Ghee Rice / Dal Khichdi / Roti with Vegetables Paneer, Tofu, or Chicken for protein A bowl of curd 🥛 Evening Snack: Homemade Laddoo (Ragi, Gond, Sesame, or Jaggery-Protein Laddoo) Sprouted Moong Chaat 🍽️ Dinner: Vegetable Soup / Dalia / Oats Egg or Lentil Soup 🔹 Iron-Rich Foods: Spinach, Beetroot, Pomegranate, Chana 🔹 Protein for Growth: Paneer, Eggs, Chicken, Dal 🔹 Calcium for Bones: Milk, Cheese, Curd, Ragi 🏃‍♂️ 2. Activities to Increase Height & Strength ✔ Stretching Exercises – Helps in height growth ✔ Hanging on a Bar – Makes bones stronger ✔ Skipping, Cycling & Running – Boosts growth hormones ✔ Sunlight Exposure – For Vitamin D (Bone Growth) 🔴 When to See a Doctor? 🚨 If child is not gaining weight even after good nutrition 🚨 If he looks weak, pale, or falls sick often 🚨 If appetite is very low A pediatrician might suggest tests to check iron, calcium, vitamin D, or thyroid levels. Would you like a customized weekly meal plan for him?