My baby will be 5months old, she has barely gained 500gms this month. I am really worried for her weight. Not sure if this is normal. Birth weight 2.5kg Now at 5 months it is 5.8kg

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ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist3 years ago

A. Dear mum, weight of 5.8 kg is a normal weight for 5 months old baby, do not worry. A weight gain of 500 grams is a normal weight gain, do not worry.

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