Question
The newborn weighed seven pounds and eight liang at birth, but after four months, the weight only increased to fifteen pounds. The inquiry is whether this is within the normal range, and also mentions the child’s low milk intake, insufficient sleep, and low defecation frequency.
Answer
Doctors suggest considering the child’s dietary issues, noting that a three-month-old baby’s weight should generally be double that of birth, which is about fifteen pounds. For the slow weight gain, it is recommended to strengthen feeding to ensure adequate milk supply. If breast milk is insufficient, consider formula milk, and introduce iron-rich complementary foods such as rice porridge, egg yolks, fruit puree, and vegetable puree when the baby is four to five months old.