She's(16weeks) super happy though and eating(breastfed) well. Should I be overly concerned? I know I could ask the ped, but I would also like to hear from your experience.. Thanks a bunch.
2006-07-26 06:51:00 · 13 answers · asked by BarbieQ 6 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I have a scale here and YES, she is very active! I have to feed her 12 times a day lol.
2006-07-26 06:57:43 · update #1
wow, many wet diapers and she almost dbl her birthweight too. I just found it strange with the gaining..
2006-07-26 07:03:12 · update #2
Don't weigh her so often.You are causing yourself worry for nothing. My son was unable to nurse well and had to be weighed every week for a year. Don't worry about a lack of weight gain over a week or two, she is likely using her calories for other things, like growing in length , moving around more, or neural (brain ) developement. She is a perfectly healthy weight for 16 weeks and if she is breastfeeding on demand then she is fine.My babies never gained as well when the weather was very hot .She will make up for it on other weeks. It is easy to worry too much with your first, everything is so new and different and they seem so very fragile, but barring any other indications of trouble, staying the same weight for a couple of weeks is not a problem.
2006-07-26 07:06:06 · answer #1 · answered by ppqppq10 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
At your next appointment, your pediatrician will check her growth chart and will let you know if there should be any concern.
How long do you nurse her at each feeding? If the feedings are short, it may be that she is only getting the low-calorie foremilk that our bodies produce. The foremilk tastes sweeter to babies, but if you can get her to feed about 10 minutes on each side, she'll receive more of the high-calorie hindmilk (with fats that are essential to her brain development.)
My first child had a tough time gaining weight around 3-4 months old as well. The pediatrician had me bring him in twice a week for about 3 weeks to track his growth more closely. She suggested focusing on keeping the feedings to 10 minutes on each side, but also taking herbal supplements to increase my production - such as Blessed Thistle and Fenugreek. I also found a tea called "Mother's Milk" which contained these herbs and others and seemed to help.
My second child is 8 weeks old now, and I breastfeed him about 7 times a day. Also I'm getting 4-6 hours sleep at a time right now which is a wonderful side-benefit! He was born a big kid (9 lbs 5 oz), and is now 15 lbs 6 oz - and breastfed for about 20-25 minutes 6-8 times a day.
Hope this helps - and good luck! Congratulations on your decision to breastfeed!
2006-07-26 07:16:10 · answer #2 · answered by KTScarlet 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most doctors don't get too worried until the baby starts losing weight, or goes a month without gaining. A scale at home may not be as accurate as a doctor's scale, too. An active baby can fluctuate between gaining and maintaining weight. And babies who are breastfed tend not to gain as quickly as babies who are formula fed. This is not unhealthy, it's normal! As long as she's going through a reasonable number of wet and dirty diapers, she is getting enough nutrition.
If it turns out your baby is not getting enough milk out of you, contact your local La Leche League for help in continuing to breastfeed. There are several ways of supplementing feedings, without giving up the incredible benefits of breastfeeding. They'll have ideas that will fit your individual needs and preferences.
2006-07-26 08:08:06 · answer #3 · answered by Gen 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She is fine. You have probably introduced her to solid foods, or about to. That will have to do with no weight gain as well as how active she is. The only time to worry is if she is losing weight, no longer eating, lethargic, sickly , etc. My son is 6 months and has not gained any weight in the last 2 months. He got longer though, but he has become more active and is now eating table food. So whatever he eats he turns around and burns it off.
If it stays like this for a few weeks and if she looks or acts sickly then call your doctor and let them know your concerns.
2006-07-26 07:02:37 · answer #4 · answered by sweetsugakb24 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have two boys who are now 13 and nine, both were very large babies. My oldest was 13 pounds by the time he was a month. As long as she is gaining weight within the guidelines then I don't see a problem. If you notice her having trouble digesting or spitting up a lot, then talk to your doctor. If she is eating well and has no other problems, then just watch her and let your doctor know how things are going. Was she a preemie?
2006-07-26 06:57:55 · answer #5 · answered by Nichetra M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honestly, it sounds like you are stressing youself out weighing her everyday. It really isn't necessary.
That said...
Her weight remaining unchanged for a few days is not a major concern.
You may want to talk to the ped though, because 4 months is normally about the time that solid foods should start to be introduced.
2006-07-26 07:29:34 · answer #6 · answered by knightofsappho 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say wait it out, see if it lasts longer. She could just be in a slow growth period, it goes on and off. Also changes with the time of day, whether or not she's just nursed, or maybe just had a poop, etc etc. If it goes more than a week or two, then maybe ask the pediatrician, but for now its okay. How do you weigh your baby, anyhow? My baby only got weighed every few weeks, and she's only 1 now...
2006-07-26 06:55:15 · answer #7 · answered by Melissa N 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To know how her weight gain looks, I'd need to see her weights and ages over time starting at birth. Also, was she always weighed on the same scale and in the same state of dress? (Preferably in just a diaper.)
Is she nursing often? How much? How many times per day/how long per session?
How many wet and dirty diapers does she have?
Sometimes they grow in one direction for a while and then in another. (SO they grow longer for a while and then they grow heavier again for a while.)
2006-07-26 06:59:02 · answer #8 · answered by momma2mingbu 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She is totally fine! :O) Sounds like she is a happy & healthy one to me!
In your stomach they usually gain a 1/2 lb to a lb a week... so after words... she is eating and sleeping... and pooping mom so don't have a heartattack!
Most babies dbl their birthweight at 6 months...
2006-07-26 06:55:53 · answer #9 · answered by nknicolek 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is she a very active baby? Maybe she is just using up all her calories and not gaining weight. At least she is not losing weight, that would be something to worry about. If you are very concerned you should speak with her pediatrician but she sounds ok to me.
2006-07-26 06:55:08 · answer #10 · answered by dmc81076 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋