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Medical Conditions - Low Birth Weight

A low birth weight child is known as a child born with less than 5 pounds and 8 ounces. The leading cause of low birth weight is premature birth. Baby's weight can be increased by breastfeeding, tracking the child's growth as it grows older, and following the doctor's advice on the immunization schedule.

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