My boy was 2 months old now. He is a pre term baby who born at 35 weeks 5 days with birth weight 2.35 kg. At May 19, he was 3.3 kg. I am doing breastfeeding. Is this weight gain is good? . Is there any growth chart to check the weight gain for pre term babies?. Is so kindly share the link

1 Answer

ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist4 years ago

A. Dear mum, your baby’s weight gain has been normal, do not worry. Your baby has gained 1 kg weight in 2 months, which is fine. Continue to exclusively breastfeed till 6 months complete.

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