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Can I give Cerelac for a 4.5 months old baby?

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Published At March 25, 2016
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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

My baby girl is 4.5 months old and she is exclusively breastfed. Her birth weight was 7.72 lbs and she is currently weighing 12 lbs. Is her weight gain normal? Do you suggest adding Cerelac to her diet? I could not see any sign of milk insufficiency, but had a concern on her weight gain. Also, she urinates nearly 20 times in a day, is this normal? Please guide.

Answered by Dr. Babu Lal Meena

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

1. Yes, her weight is fine. And probably your feed is also fine, because she is gaining weight adequately.

2. You can notice sign of adequate feed in the form of satisfaction after feeding, frequent urination, sleeping after feed and gaining weight.

3. Supplements are required after six months of age. Till then breast milk is sufficient. There is no need to give Cerelac now.

4. Start giving cereals after six months of age.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Babu Lal Meena
Dr. Babu Lal Meena

Medical Gastroenterology

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