Baby weight gain is a main concern for many parents as it a reliable indicator of baby’s health. A slow, above average weight gain or lack of weight gain can be a marker for the health of your baby. Also, they may be indicators of potential infections, birth defects or health problems.
There is a considerable range of acceptable baby weight gain patterns for any baby who is considered healthy. In determining if your baby is healthy or if his weight gain is or is not acceptable you can consider various factors which will include asking yourself various questions like the following:
- Is your young one eager to nurse?
- Is your bundle of joy meeting developmental milestones?
- Is your baby is soiling his diaper or pooping well?
- Is your baby’s urine pale yellow or clear?
- Are your baby’s eyes alert and alert?
- Is your baby’s skin healthy in terms of color and texture?
- Are his/her nails growing?
- Does he have decreased movements of his arms and legs?
- Is your baby playful and happy?
- What about other hereditary factors from parents like size?
Other problems can also lead to improper baby weight gain and this includes breastfeeding related problems within the first few weeks of baby’s arrival. However, you need not to worry as such a problem can be addressed by a lactation expert you doctor.
Visiting a pediatrician for checkups is a good way of monitoring baby weight gain and also baby’s general health progress.