When do babies gain the most weight

Weight Gain & Other Changes

The Third Trimester of Pregnancy: Weight Gain & Other Changes

Health Conditions
- Featured
  - Breast Cancer
  - IBD
  - Migraine
  - Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  - Rheumatoid Arthritis
  - Type 2 Diabetes
- Articles
  - Acid Reflux
  - ADHD
  - Allergies
  - Alzheimer's & Dementia
  - Bipolar Disorder
  - Cancer
  - Crohn's Disease
  - Chronic Pain
  - Cold & Flu
  - COPD
  - Depression
  - Fibromyalgia
  - Heart Disease
  - High Cholesterol
  - HIV
  - Hypertension
  - IPF
  - Osteoarthritis
  - Psoriasis
  - Skin Disorders and Care
  - STDs
Discover
- Wellness Topics
  - Nutrition
  - Fitness
  - Skin Care
  - Sexual Health
  - Women's Health
  - Mental Well-Being
  - Sleep
- Product Reviews
  - Vitamins & Supplements
  - Sleep
  - Mental Health
  - Nutrition
  - At-Home Testing
  - CBD
  - Men’s Health
- Original Series
  - Fresh Food Fast
  - Diagnosis Diaries
  - You’re Not Alone
  - Present Tense
- Video Series
  - Youth in Focus
  - Healthy Harvest
  - No More Silence
  - Future of Health
Plan
- Health Challenges
  - Mindful Eating
  - Sugar Savvy
  - Move Your Body
  - Gut Health
  - Mood Foods
  - Align Your Spine
- Find Care
  - Primary Care
  - Mental Health
  - OB-GYN
  - Dermatologists
  - Neurologists
  - Cardiologists
  - Orthopedists
- Lifestyle Quizzes
  - Weight Management
  - Am I Depressed? A Quiz for Teens
  - Are You a Workaholic?
  - How Well Do You Sleep?
- Tools & Resources
  - Health News
  - Find a Diet
  - Find Healthy Snacks
  - Drugs A-Z
  - Health A-Z
Connect
- - Breast Cancer
  - Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  - Psoriatic Arthritis
  - Migraine
  - Multiple Sclerosis
  - Psoriasis

Medically reviewed by Debra Rose Wilson, Ph. D., MSN, R.N., IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT — By The Healthline Editorial Team on May 15, 2017

The 3^rd trimester of pregnancy

Your baby changes most rapidly during your third trimester of pregnancy. Your body will also go through significant changes to support your growing fetus. You may have some of the same changes and symptoms you had during your first and second trimesters, but they are often worse in the third trimester, as you get closer to your baby’s arrival.

Rapid weight gain

During the final months of pregnancy, your baby gains the most weight. In fact, according to the American Pregnancy Association, a fetus weighs around 2 pounds at 27 weeks, 4 to 4 ½ pounds by 32 weeks, and grows up to between 6 ¾ pounds to 10 pounds, if you have a full-term delivery. Your baby will also grow an average of six more inches during the third trimester.

In addition to baby weight, your body will also gain weight from:

fluids
more blood
amniotic fluid
a larger uterus
the placenta
fat stores

All of these will add a few extra pounds. That’s one reason why doctors and midwives stress that women try not to gain too much weight during the first two trimesters of pregnancy.

While you certainly don’t want to lose weight during the third trimester, it’s also important not to give in to unhealthy food cravings and to be as active as possible. Doing both will help you prevent unnecessaryweight gain. The total amount of weight you should gain depends on how much you weighed pre-pregnancy. Complications of too much weight gain can show up during the third trimester, and may include:

gestational diabetes
high blood pressure
premature birth (baby is born at 37 weeks or earlier)
heavy birth weight

Leg veins and swelling

Natural weight gain from pregnancy can cause your legs and ankles to swell. The problem can be worse with extra fluid retention, so make sure to drink plenty of water and avoid salty foods. The extra pressure in your lower extremities may lead to spider veins and varicose veins. Take pressure off of your legs by resting with your feet up when you can. You may also consider wearing support stockings if the swelling causes pain.

Minor fluid retention is normal, but rapid and painful swelling in your legs and ankles could be a cause for concern. Tell your doctor about any sudden swelling, so they can rule out a potentially life-threatening condition called preeclampsia. It’s marked by extremely high blood pressure, protein in the urine, and sometimes headache and upper-right abdominal pain.

Breast and vaginal changes

It’s normal for breasts to grow larger and more tender during the final weeks of pregnancy. In fact, the Mayo Clinic estimates that women gain an average of 2 pounds of tissue in the breasts during pregnancy. By the third trimester, your breasts may leak colostrum, which is early breast milk that’s yellow in color.

During pregnancy, any significant vaginal changes could be a cause for concern. There’s a small exception during the third trimester. As you near the end of your pregnancy, you may notice some vaginal discharge that looks like mucous and has a spot or two of blood in it. This is a result of your cervix softening to help prepare you for labor. You should call your doctor if you notice:

excessive discharge
a discharge that is thick, yellow, green, or cheesy, since this might indicate an infection
any blood from the vagina

Aches and pains

Your growing baby is starting to get cramped in your belly, so you might start feeling more kicks and other movements. Some of these might be painful from time to time—perhaps your baby is a future soccer star! A growing fetus can cause more body aches for you because of the extra weight you’re carrying. Aches and pains in the back, knees, and neck are common during the third trimester. Rest and put your feet up when you can, and alternate between ice packs and heating pads to ease the pain.

Frequent urination

During the first and second trimesters, you might have needed to urinate more often because of hormonal changes. Now that you’re in the third trimester, it may seem like you have to pee every hour. That’s because all the weight your baby’s gaining puts extra pressure on your bladder. Avoid drinking too many fluids at night to avoid disrupting your sleep.

To prepare for labor, your baby settles into your pelvis. This is called lightening. Once this happens, you might notice being able to breathe more deeply or to eat a bit more food. But your baby’s head is now pushing down even more on your bladder.

Aside from the annoyance, frequent bathroom visits aren’t usually a cause for concern. However, if you notice any blood in your urine or have back pain, call your doctor right away. Both could be signs of a urinary tract infection.

Trouble sleeping at night

Early in your pregnancy you may have wanted to sleep all the time. In your third trimester, you’re more likely to have insomnia. General discomfort is the primary reason why pregnant women can’t sleep. That discomfort can be from needing to urinate or a kicking baby. To make sure you prepare yourself and your bedroom for a good night’s sleep.

Avoid exercise in the late afternoon and evening.
Keep your bedroom cool and dark.
Avoid late naps or naps longer than an hour.
Layer your bedding in case you get hot.
Consider putting a fan at the bedside.
Leave the TV off in the bedroom. (Even with the sound off, the flickering light can disturb sleep cycles.)
Take a warm bath before bed.
Meditate or practice deep breathing exercises.
Use extra pillows to support your belly.

Other changes

Some mothers-to-be have other changes during the third-trimester, including:

heartburn
hemorrhoids
shortness of breath
bulging belly button
Braxton Hicks contractions (These are weak and are not the same as labor contractions.)

Final preparations for baby

Perhaps the most significant changes you’ll have towards the end of your pregnancy are contractions. Unlike Braxton Hicks contractions, true labor progresses by contractions becoming longer, stronger, and closer together. Congratulations — this is your cue to call your midwife or birth center to prepare for the arrival of your baby!

Last medically reviewed on May 16, 2017

Parenthood
Pregnancy
3rd Trimester

How we reviewed this article:

Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy.

Family Doctor Editorial Staff. (2011, February). Changes in your body during pregnancy: Third trimester
familydoctor.org/familydoctor/en/pregnancy-newborns/your-body/changes-in-your-body-during-pregnancy-third-trimester.html
Fetal development: Third trimester. (2015, August)
americanpregnancy.org/while-pregnant/third-trimester/
Mayo Clinic Staff. (2014, May 5). Third trimester pregnancy: What to expect
mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/pregnancy-week-by-week/in-depth/pregnancy/art-20046767
Stages of pregnancy. (2010, September 27)
womenshealth.gov/pregnancy/youre-pregnant-now-what/stages-pregnancy
Weight gain during pregnancy. (2009, September)
marchofdimes.org/pregnancy/weight-gain-during-pregnancy.aspx

Our experts continually monitor the health and wellness space, and we update our articles when new information becomes available.

Current Version

May 16, 2017

Written By

The Healthline Editorial Team

Edited By

Nizam Khan (TechSpace)

Medically Reviewed By

Debra Rose Wilson, PhD, MSN, RN, IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT

Share this article

Medically reviewed by Debra Rose Wilson, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT — By The Healthline Editorial Team on May 15, 2017

How to Predict When Your Baby Will Drop
Medically reviewed by Debra Rose Wilson, Ph. D., MSN, R.N., IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT
Your baby dropping is one of the first signs that your body is getting ready for labor. A registered nurse and mother of four tells you what you need…
READ MORE
What Might Go Wrong in the Third Trimester?
Medically reviewed by Debra Rose Wilson, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT
Weeks 28 through 40 bring the arrival of the third trimester. This exciting time is definitely the home stretch for expectant mothers, but it’s also a…
READ MORE
How to Dilate Faster During Labor: Is It Possible?
Medically reviewed by Michael Weber, MD
As you approach your due date and delivery, you might be wondering how to speed up the process. Here’s what you need to know about inducing labor and…
READ MORE
What Do Different Types of Labor Contractions Feel Like?
Medically reviewed by Michael Weber, MD
If you’re a first-time mom, you might be wondering what contractions feel like. Here’s a guide to contractions and how to tell if you’re in labor.
READ MORE
How to Safely Exercise in the Third Trimester of Pregnancy
Medically reviewed by Debra Rose Wilson, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT
Just 20 minutes a day of low- to moderate-intensity activity can help improve pregnancy symptoms and strengthen your body for delivery. You can still…
READ MORE
Natural Ways to Induce Labor
Medically reviewed by Meredith Wallis, MS, APRN, CNM, IBCLC
There are some natural ways to induce labor. If your due date is here, read this and talk to your doctor about what's right for you.
READ MORE
Inducing Labor Safely: How to Get Your Water to Break
Medically reviewed by Katie Mena, MD
If you’re past your due date, you’re likely anxious to bring your baby into the world. Here’s how to safely induce labor.
READ MORE
Is It Safe to Use Exercise to Induce Labor?
Medically reviewed by Michael Weber, MD
If you’re pregnant and past your due date, you might wonder if exercising will help induce labor. Here’s the truth.
READ MORE
Does Evening Primrose Oil Safely Induce Labor?
Medically reviewed by Debra Rose Wilson, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT
You may hear of women taking evening primrose oil to naturally induce labor. Read about this supplement and its safety and effectiveness.
READ MORE
The Best Gift for New Dads Just in Time for Father's Day
Medically reviewed by Debra Sullivan, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., CNE, COI
It's not usually dad who is showered with gifts when a new baby comes, but why not? He deserves appreciation too! Here are our picks of the best new…
READ MORE

Weight Gain & Other Changes
The Third Trimester of Pregnancy: Weight Gain & Other Changes
Health Conditions
Featured
Breast Cancer
IBD
Migraine
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Type 2 Diabetes
Articles
Acid Reflux
ADHD
Allergies
Alzheimer's & Dementia
Bipolar Disorder
Cancer
Crohn's Disease
Chronic Pain
Cold & Flu
COPD
Depression
Fibromyalgia
Heart Disease
High Cholesterol
HIV
Hypertension
IPF
Osteoarthritis
Psoriasis
Skin Disorders and Care
STDs
Discover
Wellness Topics
Nutrition
Fitness
Skin Care
Sexual Health
Women's Health
Mental Well-Being
Sleep
Product Reviews
Vitamins & Supplements
Sleep
Mental Health
Nutrition
At-Home Testing
CBD
Men’s Health
Original Series
Fresh Food Fast
Diagnosis Diaries
You’re Not Alone
Present Tense
Video Series
Youth in Focus
Healthy Harvest
No More Silence
Future of Health
Plan
Health Challenges
Mindful Eating
Sugar Savvy
Move Your Body
Gut Health
Mood Foods
Align Your Spine
Find Care
Primary Care
Mental Health
OB-GYN
Dermatologists
Neurologists
Cardiologists
Orthopedists
Lifestyle Quizzes
Weight Management
Am I Depressed? A Quiz for Teens
Are You a Workaholic?
How Well Do You Sleep?
Tools & Resources
Health News
Find a Diet
Find Healthy Snacks
Drugs A-Z
Health A-Z
Connect
Breast Cancer
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Psoriatic Arthritis
Migraine
Multiple Sclerosis
Psoriasis
Medically reviewed by Debra Rose Wilson, Ph. D., MSN, R.N., IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT — By The Healthline Editorial Team on May 15, 2017
The 3^rd trimester of pregnancy
Your baby changes most rapidly during your third trimester of pregnancy. Your body will also go through significant changes to support your growing fetus. You may have some of the same changes and symptoms you had during your first and second trimesters, but they are often worse in the third trimester, as you get closer to your baby’s arrival.
Rapid weight gain
During the final months of pregnancy, your baby gains the most weight. In fact, according to the American Pregnancy Association, a fetus weighs around 2 pounds at 27 weeks, 4 to 4 ½ pounds by 32 weeks, and grows up to between 6 ¾ pounds to 10 pounds, if you have a full-term delivery. Your baby will also grow an average of six more inches during the third trimester.
In addition to baby weight, your body will also gain weight from:
fluids
more blood
amniotic fluid
a larger uterus
the placenta
fat stores
All of these will add a few extra pounds. That’s one reason why doctors and midwives stress that women try not to gain too much weight during the first two trimesters of pregnancy.
While you certainly don’t want to lose weight during the third trimester, it’s also important not to give in to unhealthy food cravings and to be as active as possible. Doing both will help you prevent unnecessaryweight gain. The total amount of weight you should gain depends on how much you weighed pre-pregnancy. Complications of too much weight gain can show up during the third trimester, and may include:
gestational diabetes
high blood pressure
premature birth (baby is born at 37 weeks or earlier)
heavy birth weight
Leg veins and swelling
Natural weight gain from pregnancy can cause your legs and ankles to swell. The problem can be worse with extra fluid retention, so make sure to drink plenty of water and avoid salty foods. The extra pressure in your lower extremities may lead to spider veins and varicose veins. Take pressure off of your legs by resting with your feet up when you can. You may also consider wearing support stockings if the swelling causes pain.
Minor fluid retention is normal, but rapid and painful swelling in your legs and ankles could be a cause for concern. Tell your doctor about any sudden swelling, so they can rule out a potentially life-threatening condition called preeclampsia. It’s marked by extremely high blood pressure, protein in the urine, and sometimes headache and upper-right abdominal pain.
Breast and vaginal changes
It’s normal for breasts to grow larger and more tender during the final weeks of pregnancy. In fact, the Mayo Clinic estimates that women gain an average of 2 pounds of tissue in the breasts during pregnancy. By the third trimester, your breasts may leak colostrum, which is early breast milk that’s yellow in color.
During pregnancy, any significant vaginal changes could be a cause for concern. There’s a small exception during the third trimester. As you near the end of your pregnancy, you may notice some vaginal discharge that looks like mucous and has a spot or two of blood in it. This is a result of your cervix softening to help prepare you for labor. You should call your doctor if you notice:
excessive discharge
a discharge that is thick, yellow, green, or cheesy, since this might indicate an infection
any blood from the vagina
Aches and pains
Your growing baby is starting to get cramped in your belly, so you might start feeling more kicks and other movements. Some of these might be painful from time to time—perhaps your baby is a future soccer star! A growing fetus can cause more body aches for you because of the extra weight you’re carrying. Aches and pains in the back, knees, and neck are common during the third trimester. Rest and put your feet up when you can, and alternate between ice packs and heating pads to ease the pain.
Frequent urination
During the first and second trimesters, you might have needed to urinate more often because of hormonal changes. Now that you’re in the third trimester, it may seem like you have to pee every hour. That’s because all the weight your baby’s gaining puts extra pressure on your bladder. Avoid drinking too many fluids at night to avoid disrupting your sleep.
To prepare for labor, your baby settles into your pelvis. This is called lightening. Once this happens, you might notice being able to breathe more deeply or to eat a bit more food. But your baby’s head is now pushing down even more on your bladder.
Aside from the annoyance, frequent bathroom visits aren’t usually a cause for concern. However, if you notice any blood in your urine or have back pain, call your doctor right away. Both could be signs of a urinary tract infection.
Trouble sleeping at night
Early in your pregnancy you may have wanted to sleep all the time. In your third trimester, you’re more likely to have insomnia. General discomfort is the primary reason why pregnant women can’t sleep. That discomfort can be from needing to urinate or a kicking baby. To make sure you prepare yourself and your bedroom for a good night’s sleep.
Avoid exercise in the late afternoon and evening.
Keep your bedroom cool and dark.
Avoid late naps or naps longer than an hour.
Layer your bedding in case you get hot.
Consider putting a fan at the bedside.
Leave the TV off in the bedroom. (Even with the sound off, the flickering light can disturb sleep cycles.)
Take a warm bath before bed.
Meditate or practice deep breathing exercises.
Use extra pillows to support your belly.
Other changes
Some mothers-to-be have other changes during the third-trimester, including:
heartburn
hemorrhoids
shortness of breath
bulging belly button
Braxton Hicks contractions (These are weak and are not the same as labor contractions.)
Final preparations for baby
Perhaps the most significant changes you’ll have towards the end of your pregnancy are contractions. Unlike Braxton Hicks contractions, true labor progresses by contractions becoming longer, stronger, and closer together. Congratulations — this is your cue to call your midwife or birth center to prepare for the arrival of your baby!
Last medically reviewed on May 16, 2017
Parenthood
Pregnancy
3rd Trimester
How we reviewed this article:
Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy.
Family Doctor Editorial Staff. (2011, February). Changes in your body during pregnancy: Third trimester
familydoctor.org/familydoctor/en/pregnancy-newborns/your-body/changes-in-your-body-during-pregnancy-third-trimester.html
Fetal development: Third trimester. (2015, August)
americanpregnancy.org/while-pregnant/third-trimester/
Mayo Clinic Staff. (2014, May 5). Third trimester pregnancy: What to expect
mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/pregnancy-week-by-week/in-depth/pregnancy/art-20046767
Stages of pregnancy. (2010, September 27)
womenshealth.gov/pregnancy/youre-pregnant-now-what/stages-pregnancy
Weight gain during pregnancy. (2009, September)
marchofdimes.org/pregnancy/weight-gain-during-pregnancy.aspx
Our experts continually monitor the health and wellness space, and we update our articles when new information becomes available.
Current Version
May 16, 2017
Written By
The Healthline Editorial Team
Edited By
Nizam Khan (TechSpace)
Medically Reviewed By
Debra Rose Wilson, PhD, MSN, RN, IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT
Share this article
Medically reviewed by Debra Rose Wilson, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT — By The Healthline Editorial Team on May 15, 2017
related stories
How to Predict When Your Baby Will Drop
What Might Go Wrong in the Third Trimester?
How to Dilate Faster During Labor: Is It Possible?
What Do Different Types of Labor Contractions Feel Like?
How to Safely Exercise in the Third Trimester of Pregnancy
Read this next
How to Predict When Your Baby Will Drop
Medically reviewed by Debra Rose Wilson, Ph. D., MSN, R.N., IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT
Your baby dropping is one of the first signs that your body is getting ready for labor. A registered nurse and mother of four tells you what you need…
READ MORE
What Might Go Wrong in the Third Trimester?
Medically reviewed by Debra Rose Wilson, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT
Weeks 28 through 40 bring the arrival of the third trimester. This exciting time is definitely the home stretch for expectant mothers, but it’s also a…
READ MORE
How to Dilate Faster During Labor: Is It Possible?
Medically reviewed by Michael Weber, MD
As you approach your due date and delivery, you might be wondering how to speed up the process. Here’s what you need to know about inducing labor and…
READ MORE
What Do Different Types of Labor Contractions Feel Like?
Medically reviewed by Michael Weber, MD
If you’re a first-time mom, you might be wondering what contractions feel like. Here’s a guide to contractions and how to tell if you’re in labor.
READ MORE
How to Safely Exercise in the Third Trimester of Pregnancy
Medically reviewed by Debra Rose Wilson, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT
Just 20 minutes a day of low- to moderate-intensity activity can help improve pregnancy symptoms and strengthen your body for delivery. You can still…
READ MORE
Natural Ways to Induce Labor
Medically reviewed by Meredith Wallis, MS, APRN, CNM, IBCLC
There are some natural ways to induce labor. If your due date is here, read this and talk to your doctor about what's right for you.
READ MORE
Inducing Labor Safely: How to Get Your Water to Break
Medically reviewed by Katie Mena, MD
If you’re past your due date, you’re likely anxious to bring your baby into the world. Here’s how to safely induce labor.
READ MORE
Is It Safe to Use Exercise to Induce Labor?
Medically reviewed by Michael Weber, MD
If you’re pregnant and past your due date, you might wonder if exercising will help induce labor. Here’s the truth.
READ MORE
Does Evening Primrose Oil Safely Induce Labor?
Medically reviewed by Debra Rose Wilson, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT
You may hear of women taking evening primrose oil to naturally induce labor. Read about this supplement and its safety and effectiveness.
READ MORE
The Best Gift for New Dads Just in Time for Father's Day
Medically reviewed by Debra Sullivan, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., CNE, COI
It's not usually dad who is showered with gifts when a new baby comes, but why not? He deserves appreciation too! Here are our picks of the best new…
READ MORE

Height and weight gain for children of the first year of life.
Tables
Dear parents, your baby is growing and you are worried about whether he is gaining enough weight and height. For control, there are centile tables for assessing the physical development of children, weight and height indicators. At the same time, you must remember that each baby is individual, he cannot grow according to the textbook. These weight and height recommendations are based on an average number of children and 10% deviation is normal. In addition, the centile corridor from 25% to 75% is an average physical indicator. That is why they say: Physical development is mesosomatic, macrosomatic, microsomatic.

It is important that the weight and height indicators are in the same centile corridor, but no more than two adjacent ones. Then we can talk about harmonious development. If the gap is more than two centile corridors, the development is disharmonious. Then we can think either about an unbalanced diet or about a pathology associated with obesity (paratrophy), or protein-energy deficiency (hypotrophy). In addition, one should not forget about the constitutional characteristics of the child, about genetic predisposition. Therefore, in no case should you compare your child with a neighbor's. To talk about the health of a child, we evaluate his condition according to many criteria. This is neuropsychic development, laboratory examination data, anamnesis, heredity. How many times in my practice have I met children who gained 400-450 g in weight every month, by the year they barely gained 7.8-8 kg. But at the same time, children already at 10 months began to walk, pronounce syllables, and follow complex instructions.

We'll talk about weight and height gain for term babies. In preterm infants, rates of weight gain and height differ according to the degree of prematurity. In addition, children can be born with intrauterine malnutrition.

The tables for girls and boys are different in terms of numerical indicators, but at 1 year of age, these differences are quite minimal.

Centile tables for assessing the physical development of girls from 0 to 12 months.

Body length (height), cm.

Centiles in %

Age in months

Body weight, kg.

Centiles in %

3

10

25

50

75

90

97

3

10

25

50

75

90

97

45.8

47.5

49.8

50.7

52.0

53.1

53.9

0

2. 6

2.8

3.0

3.3

3.7

3.9

4.1

48.5

50.3

52.1

53.5

55.0

56.1

57.3

1

3.3

3.6

3.8

4.2

4.5

4.7

5.1

51.2

53.3

55.2

56.8

58.0

59.3

60.6

2

3.8

4.2

4.5

4.8

5. 2

5.5

5.9

54.0

56.2

57.6

59.3

67.7

61.8

63.6

3

4.4

4.8

5.2

5.5

5.9

6.3

6.7

56.7

58.4

60.0

61.2

62.8

64.0

65.7

4

5.0

5.4

5.8

6.2

6.6

7.0

7.5

59. 1

60.8

62.0

63.8

65.1

66.0

68.0

5

5.5

5.9

6.3

6.7

7.2

7.7

8.1

60.8

62.5

64.1

65.5

67.1

68.8

70.0

6

5.9

6.3

6.8

7.3

7.8

8.3

8.7

62.7

64.1

65.9

67.5

69. 2

70.4

71.9

7

6.4

6.8

7.3

7.7

8.4

8.9

9.3

64.5

66.0

67.5

69.0

70.5

72.5

73.7

8

6.7

7.2

7.6

8.2

8.8

9.3

9.7

66.0

67.5

69.1

70.2

72.0

74.1

75.5

9

7. 1

7.5

8.0

8.6

9.2

9.7

10.1

67.5

69.0

70.3

71.9

73.2

75.3

76.8

10

7.4

7.9

8.4

9.0

9.6

10.1

10.5

68.9

70.1

71.5

73.0

74.7

76.5

78.1

eleven

7.7

8.3

8.7

9.3

9. 9

10.5

10.9

70.1

71.4

72.8

74.1

75.8

78.0

79.6

12

8.0

8.5

9.0

9.6

10.2

10.8

11.3

At the same time, until the age of three months, the child adds 20-30 grams per day daily, respectively, from 140 to 200 per week. If we talk about the average weight gain by months, then it is only 600 g per month, since the child after birth has physiological weight loss (with urine, feces, transition from intrauterine feeding to breastfeeding during the adaptation period), approximately 10% of the weight, which is 200-300 grams.

More often, by 3-4 days, the child restores its original weight, and then there is an increase. But I had a case in practice when the child began to gain weight from the 20th day of life, while the girl was active, reflexes were alive, her appetite was good, she could withstand the night interval, stool 4-5 times a day, urination was sufficient, developed according to age. Therefore, do not worry. Our indicator is the well-being of the child. If the baby is active, eats with appetite, sleep is calm, the skin is clean, physiological functions are not disturbed, be calm, your baby is healthy and not hungry. You see from the table the range of weight per year is from 8 to 13 kg. This is the norm. There is no reason to run to the endocrinologist, genetics, to examine the child.

Or the opposite situation: in the first months of life, a child gains 1-1.5 kg while breastfeeding. If the baby does not have colic, he does not spit up, there are no gastrointestinal manifestations, he is active, the skin is clean, physiological functions are not disturbed - this is also the norm. Remember, as often happens, premature babies quickly gain weight and catch up with their peers by the year. And large babies gain weight more slowly. In my entire thirty-year practice, only two children weighed 14-15 kg by the year, although their parents were large and tall. By the age of three, they weighed almost the same, added only in height, the rest of their peers caught up with them.

Month

Weight gain in grams

1

600.0

2

800.0

3

800.0

4

750.0

5

700.0

6

650.0

7

600.0

8

550. 0

9

500.0

10

450.0

eleven

400.0

12

350.0

It is believed that by 4-4.5 months the child should double the weight, and triple by the end of the year.

It happens that the increase in height and weight goes in leaps, seasonality, unevenness, and sometimes asymmetry of growth are noted. Pediatricians are concerned about the circumference of the head and chest, by 2-3 months they should be equal. Further, the breast grows faster. This is important so as not to miss the pathology.

The younger the child, the faster his growth. In the first 3 months of life, body length increases by 3 cm monthly, in the second quarter by 2.5-2 cm monthly. In the third - 1.5-2 cm, in the fourth - 1 cm monthly. The total increase in height in the first year of life is about 25 cm.

Centile tables for assessing the physical development of boys from 0 to 12 months.

Body length (height), cm.

Centiles in %

Age in months

Body weight, kg

Centiles in %

3

10

25

50

75

90

97

3

10

25

50

75

90

97

46.5

48.0

49.8

51.3

52.3

53.5

55. 0

0

2.7

2.9

3.1

3.4

3.7

3.9

4.4

49.5

51.2

52.7

54.5

55.6

56.5

57.3

1

3.3

3.6

4.0

4.3

4.7

5.1

5.4

53.6

53.8

55.3

57.3

58.2

59.4

60.9

2

3.9

4.2

4. 6

5.1

5.6

6.0

6.4

55.3

56.5

58.1

60.0

60.9

62.0

63.8

3

4.5

4.9

5.3

5.8

6.4

7.0

7.3

57.5

58.7

60.6

62.0

63.1

64.5

66.3

4

5.1

5.5

6.0

6.5

7.2

7.6

8. 1

59.9

61.1

62.3

64.3

65.6

67.0

68.9

5

5.6

6.1

6.5

7.1

7.8

8.3

8.8

61.7

63.0

64.8

66.1

67.7

69.0

71.2

6

6.1

6.6

7.1

7.6

8.4

9.0

9.4

63.8

65.1

66. 3

68.0

69.8

71.1

73.5

7

6.6

7.1

7.6

8.2

8.9

9.5

9.9

65.5

66.8

68.1

70.0

71.3

73.1

75.3

8

7.1

7.5

8.0

8.6

9.4

10.0

10.5

67.3

68.2

69.8

71.3

73.2

75.1

75. 5

9

7.5

7.9

8.4

9.1

9.8

10.5

11.0

68.8

69.1

71.2

73.0

75.1

76.9

78.8

10

7.9

8.3

8.8

9.5

10.3

10.9

11.4

70.1

71.3

72.6

74.3

76.2

78.0

80.3

eleven

8.2

8.6

9. 1

9.8

10.6

11.2

11.8

71.2

72.3

74.0

75.5

77.3

79.7

81.7

12

8.5

8.9

9.4

10.0

10.9

11.6

12.1

In the second year of life, the child should gain 2-2.5 kg in weight, grow by 8-10 cm.

Thank you for your attention.

Child weight control. Obesity and risk factors.

Height, body weight, head and chest circumferences are the main anthropometric measurements by which the pediatrician evaluates the physical development of the child. Weight gain and height standards are set by the WHO. However, they differ for breastfed and formula-fed babies: formula-fed babies gain weight faster than breastfed peers. Breast milk has an optimal composition, is better absorbed and contains substances that protect the baby from infections.

In this article we will touch on only one parameter - weight, as the most important indicator of a child's development.

The average weight of a full-term newborn is 2600-4500 g. In recent decades, there has been an acceleration of biological development, and therefore babies "get heavier": now it is not uncommon to give birth to 5-kilogram children.
Babies grow and gain weight very quickly. True, this does not happen immediately. In the first week, body weight may even decrease slightly (by 5-10%): the baby loses fluid. Then, during the first month, the child gains an average of 20 grams per day. Every day of the second month, this increase will be 30 grams. By the fourth month, the baby's weight doubles.

At the age of seven months, the baby gains 110-120 grams per week. Its weight, depending on individual characteristics, is from 8 to 8.5 kg, and sometimes more. At the end of the eighth month, your baby weighs about 9 kilograms. Until about the ninth month of life, the daily increase is 16-18 grams (for two weeks - approximately 250 grams). Over time, this figure will decrease. By one year, a child's weight triples relative to birth weight. From the age of 2 to puberty, the weight of the child increases by an average of 2 kg per year.

Overweight and obese children are increasingly common in today's society. This is especially important when you consider that overweight leads to such serious diseases as type 2 diabetes, diseases of the cardiovascular system, dysfunction of the gallbladder, pancreas.

Risk factors for the development of this condition are:

overeating

inactive lifestyle (physical inactivity).

How to avoid overeating?

Don't force your child to eat - food cravings develop very early in babies. In the second year of life, the child begins to show independence in relation to food. He already wants to eat what he wants, and as much as he wants. Never force a child to eat more than he wants. Babies need far fewer calories than you think!

Do not offer food as a comfort to your child when he is sad or bored - this is how an increased attention to food and food addiction develops, the habit of "seizing" stresses.

It's also not worth making rewards or punishments out of food ("well done, here's some candy for you!", "if you don't remove the toys, you won't get ice cream!"). Mindless chewing is a direct path to obesity.

In most cases, your child is a reflection of your own habits, although perhaps exaggerated. In his lifestyle, healthy or not, the baby obeys the example, both good and bad, of his parents.

How to deal with physical inactivity?

Discuss with your child the benefits of an active lifestyle - your child needs to exercise at least 1 hour a day.
Learn more

Folinic acid for pregnancy

Swimming after birth stitches

Can constipation cause pelvic pain during pregnancy

Baby sleeping stages

When can you take newborns out in public

Bleeding during end of pregnancy

How much time should a child read per day

Mmr vaccine during pregnancy

Rash on babies face around mouth

Left foot swollen during pregnancy

Can you fly if your pregnant