hi my son is 3.8 years old. He eats and plays well. weighs 15kg. But looks skinny. Do i need to worry? or its common?

2 Answers

ExpertDr Mahesh PatilPaediatrician3 years ago

A. Hello, your baby boy is 3.8 years old and his weight is 15 kg and he eats well but he looks skinny so don’t worry mostly he is having his BMR high

POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy3 years ago

A. Hello ,to increase your child's calorie intake bulk up mashed potato by putting milk or cheese in it.put grated cheese on beans on toast.make milk puddings.make soups with milk instead of water.

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