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Mom of a 4 yr old boy3 years ago

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My baby was preterm. EDD was Dec 4 but he got delivered on Nov 3 . His birth weight was 2.050kg and now he is 4.500kg (60 days ) Is this normal weight for him. (only breastmilk)

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ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist3 years ago

A. Dear parent, a weight gain of 2.5 kg in 60 days is a very healthy weight gain, do not worry. You should continue to exclusively breastfeed your baby till the completion of 6 months.

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