To care for the low-weight baby it is important to feed him or her properly and keep his or her body temperature stable because he or she is usually a more fragile baby, who is at higher risk of developing breathing problems, getting infections, or cooling easily, for example.
Typically, the underweight baby, also known as a toddler for gestational age, is born with less than 2.5 kg and, although less active, can be caressed or sustained like other babies.normal weight.
- Breastfeeding is the best way to feed the baby and the baby should be allowed to breastfeed as often as they want; However.
- If your baby sleeps more than three hours in a row.
- You should wake up and breastfeed.
- To avoid hypoglycemia.
- That is.
- When the blood sugar level is low.
- Manifesting in signs such as tremors.
- Apathy and even seizures.
Normally, low-weight babies have more difficulty breastfeeding, however, they should be encouraged to breastfeed, avoiding as much as possible the use of artificial milks, however, if the baby does not gain enough weight with only breast milk, the pediatrician may indicate that after breastfeeding, the mother will give him a milk powder supplement to ensure an adequate intake of nutrients and calories.
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To know if the baby is gaining weight properly, it is advisable to weigh it at least once a week at the pediatrician, ideally increasing it by 150 grams per week.
In addition, other signs that the underweight baby gains weight correctly include urinating 6 to 8 times a day and defecating at least once a day.