my baby is 2.1/2 months old born with weight of 2.5 kg n now he is 4.5 kg he is gaining weight faster I feed him on demand....in next coming 15 days he will complete his 3rd month n I don't think he could double his birth weight to 5 kg what to do......

1 Answer

ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist3 years ago

A. Dear mum, your baby has gained 2 kg weight in 2.5 months which is a normal weight gain. Baby should double the birth weight by 6 months or earlier. So, your baby’s weight gain is fine, do not worry.

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