How much does a newborn baby gain after one month?

We all know that babies grow very fast when they are young, especially during the confinement period. Newly born babies are generally less than ten kilograms, and most babies will grow three to five kilograms in this month. The baby's growth can be clearly seen, and the baby will become more and more beautiful, and the various organs in the body will develop more and more maturely. So how much weight can a newborn baby grow after a full month?

How much weight is normal for a baby to gain after one month

The birth weight of a newborn is between 2.5 and 4.0 kg. During the first week after birth, due to insufficient intake, water loss and excretion of meconium, the weight may temporarily drop by 3% to 9%, reaching the lowest point in about 3 to 4 days and then gradually recover. It usually returns to the level at birth within the seventh to tenth day. The younger the child is, the faster he or she gains weight. A normal full-term baby can gain 1 to 1.5 kg in the first month after birth. The differences in weight and height of each child at birth and the differences in family genetic factors will lead to certain differences in the growth and development of children. As long as the baby can eat and sleep within one month and can be comforted when crying, it is basically normal and there is no need to worry too much. Your weight after one month can be calculated according to the following formula to see if it is normal. 1~6 months: body weight (kg) = birth weight (kg) age in months × 0.6 (kg).

Generally speaking, it is normal to gain 2 to 3 kilograms per month. However, each child has a different physique and the rate of weight gain is also different. It is normal for children to be well fed, digest food well, and not vomit.

Can I take my baby out after he is one month old?

Yes, it is generally recommended that babies can go outdoors for activities after they are one month old. This can help babies supplement calcium and is good for their growth. You can take the baby out to see the sun, but make sure it is not exposed to direct sunlight. Be sure to shield it from the sun, because too strong light will irritate the baby's eyes.

The above article introduces the normal weight of a baby after one month. Mothers may wish to check and see if their baby's weight meets the standard. However, one thing needs to be noted. If your baby is a premature baby, then the weight after one month may not be the same as that of a normal baby. Moms don’t have to worry. As long as you make sure your baby gets a comprehensive intake of a variety of nutrients, the little one will soon catch up with the height and weight level of a normal baby.