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Mom of a 3 yr 5 m old boy1 Year ago

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Hi everyone, My baby is a preterm baby & he was born with a weight of 2 kgs only. But now he is 13 kgs & stilll gaining more weight. Although he is properly active except talking. He just say around 2-3 words a day. Doctor says this is because he is overweight. So can anyone suggest is he really overweight?

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ExpertVandana SharmaNutritionist1 Year ago

A. Hello mom actually though been low birth weight he has gained ample amount of weight , you may observe his diet and prefer to avoid formula.milk, any packaged foods or pre mixes as well, prefer home made fresh foods, natural foods and limit his sugar intake,

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