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Is Gaining 10 Gms In A Day By A Premature Infant Normal?

hi, we have a premie baby 30 weeks. she is now 3 months old [from birth]. From last one month[ after she is home]. she is only gaining an average of 10 grams per day. Should we be concerned. We talked to pediatrician and he mentioned not to worry as long as she is gaining some weight.
Mon, 6 Apr 2015
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Hi... a premature baby has to be given some leverage for weight gain and should not be compared with the normal birth weight babies. You pediatrician is very much right. As long as the baby is gaining some weight and most importantly developmentally normal, you need not worry.

Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health.
Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed).,
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Is Gaining 10 Gms In A Day By A Premature Infant Normal?

Hi... a premature baby has to be given some leverage for weight gain and should not be compared with the normal birth weight babies. You pediatrician is very much right. As long as the baby is gaining some weight and most importantly developmentally normal, you need not worry. Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health. Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed).,