if someones baby was born small full term and by six months the baby is still small and doesnt have a very good appetite what are some things the doctor will do to improve this
2006-12-11 21:20:08 · 7 answers · asked by sweetstuff 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Just be patient in time the baby will increase it's intake, maybe a iv or something in the meantime?
2006-12-11 21:27:19 · answer #1 · answered by calieyecandy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the baby should hospitalized in order to have a complete examination. Because of the complaint of poor appetite, the doctors would do exams, X-rays and possibly MRI or CT as well. sometimes there are babies that are referred to as FTT or Failure to Thrive which can be caused by some intestinal malformation or blockage. That would most likely require surgery to correct. Another reason is the formula, could it be causing frequent vomiting or diarrhea? If this baby was born full term and has since been taken to pediatrician for his regular check-up, i am surprised the baby's doctor has already taken these steps. If the baby is not receiving the proper nutrition necessary at this very important phase of development, it could have a very serious effect on the child's health both physical and mental. If the mother has done followed through with seeing that her child is not being given the proper care, then perhaps Child Protective Services should be called. That information can be found in the phone book or even by calling 411.
2006-12-12 05:35:14 · answer #2 · answered by jesshispet 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
My daughter was 2 10 at birth. She was sga or small for gestational age. She was put on a high calorie formula. Also she had swallowing difficulties, so she has a G- Tube. Even babies that can eat by mouth sometimes need a gastrostomy tube. This is a tube surgically inserted in the tummy. The baby can be fed this way if they will not eat much by mouth. And, as with my daughter can be fed continuously at night to get extra calories to help with weight gain. As horrible as it may sound the G-tube is not that big of a deal. It is easy to use. They may need to change your child's formula. Good Luck
2006-12-12 10:14:39 · answer #3 · answered by mommyofthree 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
they will run test to make sure there isn't a digestive problem...but some babys are slow growere and if she was born small she will probally stay small. and if your doctor really hasn't been worried for six months they is probally nothing to worry about....My third baby now three months is only 9lbs and was born at 7lbs and they just did all kinds of test and found nothing wrong she is just not a big eater but my other two kids 5 & 3 at this age were like 16lbs so i think it just depends on the baby.
2006-12-12 06:06:42 · answer #4 · answered by christina c 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as long as the baby is growing, even if it is slowly they do nothing, the might suggest pediasure as a supplement, or a formula with more calories. My girl has always been small, but when I got pregnat with her I weighed 98lbs. so look at your and your partners family genes before you get too worried.
2006-12-12 05:30:55 · answer #5 · answered by Jennifer Dalpe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If its due to hormones then the doctor might give hormone injections
2006-12-12 05:27:47 · answer #6 · answered by Lexie_89 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
GIVE IT BREAST MILK ,. CAUSE IT HAS MORE NUTRIENTS
2006-12-12 05:27:41 · answer #7 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋