Patient's question:
My wife finally gave birth today, but the baby is very small, weighing only a little over 4 pounds. The doctor said this is considered a first-time low birth weight baby, and we need to stay in the incubator for a while before being discharged. I would like to ask, how can low birth weight babies grow quickly?Doctor's answer:
Low birth weight infants. As long as they are well-fed later, they can also grow rapidly. However, it is also important to pay attention. If they are not fed properly, it is very likely to cause digestive problems and other conditions. Low birth weight infants have weaker resistance and development mechanisms compared to full-term infants. Therefore, more care is needed when caring for them. If possible, breastfeeding should be chosen as much as possible. After coming out of the incubator, it is recommended to breastfeed. At the same time, after the baby is one month old, calcium supplementation should be timely. After adding complementary foods, nutrition should be strengthened. As long as nutrition and sleep are sufficient and keep up, low birth weight infants will also grow and develop quickly, just like normal babies.