my baby is 10months old., she is not gaining enough weight., 300 grms only she is gaining every month., can u please suggest some weight gain foods and recipe

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If your 10-month-old baby is gaining only 300 grams per month, but is active and meeting developmental milestones, it may not be a big concern. However, you can boost weight gain with nutrient-dense foods and a well-balanced diet.

1. High-Calorie, Nutrient-Dense Foods for Weight Gain

✔ Breastmilk or Formula: Continue as the main source of nutrition.
✔ Ghee & Butter: Add to khichdi, dal, or mashed potatoes.
✔ Banana & Avocado: High in healthy fats and easy to digest.
✔ Full-Fat Dairy: Curd, paneer, cheese (if tolerated).
✔ Egg Yolk: Start with well-cooked yolk (if no allergy risk).
✔ Dal & Pulses: Moong dal, masoor dal, or dal khichdi with ghee.
✔ Nut Powder: Almond or cashew powder mixed in porridge or milk.
✔ Sweet Potatoes & Pumpkin: Soft, easy-to-digest, and calorie-dense.
✔ Ragi & Oats Porridge: Rich in calcium and iron.
✔ Homemade Cerelac: Mix rice, dal, nuts, and ghee.

2. Feeding Schedule (Approximate)

✅ Early Morning (7 AM): Breastmilk/Formula
✅ Breakfast (9 AM): Ragi/oats porridge with ghee
✅ Mid-Morning (11 AM): Mashed banana or avocado
✅ Lunch (1 PM): Dal khichdi with ghee & veggies
✅ Evening (4 PM): Curd with mashed fruit or paneer cubes
✅ Dinner (7 PM): Rice & dal mash or sweet potato puree
✅ Night (Before Bedtime): Breastmilk/Formula

3. Additional Strategies for Weight Gain

✔ Offer small, frequent meals instead of large portions.
✔ Include energy-rich snacks like mashed fruits, dry fruit powder, or paneer.
✔ Encourage self-feeding with soft finger foods like banana slices or boiled potatoes.
✔ Avoid excess water or juices before meals as they reduce appetite.
✔ Massage your baby regularly to improve digestion and boost weight gain.

4. When to Consult a Doctor?

❌ If weight gain is completely stagnant for more than 2 months.
❌ If the baby is not active, lethargic, or refusing food consistently.
❌ If the baby has frequent diarrhea, vomiting, or digestion issues.