Hello.. My baby is 2 years and 1 month old. His weight is only 10 kg. I give him all possible things to eat like oats, dalia, raagi, dry fruits, rice, vegetables, chapattis etc. But why his weight is not gaining. Other than this he is full active baby, he play well sleep well. But my concerns is his weight is not gaining. What to do ?

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dear mum, weight of 10 kg is a normal weight for 2 years 1 month old baby, do not worry. some babies gain weight slowly. if baby is active, playful and achieving all growth milestones then it indicates good health.

A 2 years old child should be given all the foods that are prepared in the house
give five meals this includes two healthy snacks 
give more than One Katori every time

the meals should be wholesome having variety of food groups like grains, pulses/non veg
vegetables green leafy vegetables fruits
dairy products like curd paneer
nuts
control intake of high sugar, oil and salt containing food and beverages, processed and packaged foods