Re: I'm really really worried about DD.

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That said - a funny aside, I think most babies/toddlers these days are just TOO big and that is what we are comparing our little munchkins too. I remember at my DD 2 yr appt I pointed out to the DR. that my 1 yr old niece weighed more than my DD (she was 26lbs - my niece at the time) - the Ped said - Um, I think it is your niece that has the problem not your DD

Just think if this continues she will never have to struggle with her weight - we are not all meant to be big!

Why would your niece have a problem?

To the OP: trust your gut. IMO, that seems small. For peace of mind, I'd get a second opinion. You need to be the one to take charge of your DDs health if you feel like something is wrong. I've had to do it for my own DD

My ped felt that was on the high end for weight - which is just as unhealthy as being underweight.

no offense but thats a dumb assessment for a ped to make about a child he's never even seen.

eta- K I answered you on the other board

WOW! I mean really, sensitive much? I was just trying to make the OP feel better with something that made me feel better. My ped wasn't making any "assessment" of anyone!

This is how the conversation went -

Me - Dr. do you think my DD is doing ok weight wise I mean she is only in the 25th % for weight and everyone in my family is always telling me she is so small.

Ped - she is doing great! She is growing on her own curve just fine, gaining weight every visit, bloodwork is normal, she is ahead in her milestones, I would not worry at all. Why is your family giving you a problem? She looks fine to me.

Me - Well, my niece just turned 1 and weighs xyz (i put 26lbs but, now that I think about it it may have been 28 but who cares) and she weighs more than my DD at 2!

Ped - Your daughter is fine. I think it may be your niece that has the problem.

This is a problem for you why? Do you think the healthier child is always the bigger one? Do you think being off the charts or high 90 percentile is always a healthy weight for a toddler? I'm confused by all these posts and why people are taking offense to this suggestion that being too big is not a good thing either while there are posters telling a mother her DD is unhealthy just because she is small DESPITE her ped saying she is just fine! By your logic if there is something wrong at 5th percentile there is probably something wrong at 95th as well!

People with smaller babies are not the only sensitive ones- so yea, maybe I am sensitive. Each kid grows at their own rate- your smaller child, my big fat kid- they are all perfect in their own way.

I just don't understand a ped-- a professional- telling you maybe your neice has a problem- because it could be that she's also as tall as she is heavy. That was my point. nothing else.

your kid is NOT big and fat!!! he is perfect. i bet he ends up being an awesome linebacker just like mine. popular with the ladies and a college scholarship to boot!

so what are you saying? my 98% baby girl is going to be a huge linebacker?




I'm jk. As my ped puts it, somebody has to be at the low end of the percentile chart and somebody has to be at the high end. That's just how it is and it just goes to show what a big range of "normal" is for babies.

I'm really really worried about DD.

my DD was a preemie and weighed 3.5lbs when she was born. at her 12m she weighed 19-12 and everyone was beyond thrilled!!! she's 14m now and prob about 20-21lbs or so.

i think 18lbs at 15m is a tad low. is it too low? that depends on your baby and her curve.

i dont think a second opinion would hurt at all. it will either ease your fears or confirm them and further testing to find out if there is truly an issue.

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My niece is 15 months and she is 19 lbs. Just so you know. And she is perfect.

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DS is 11 1/2 months he's only 28 1/3 inches and 20 lbs. he's on the small side but he always has been. He's only 5th percentile for height and 25th for weight but his curve has always been the same so our ped is not concerned. This could be your DD's normal curve.

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My DD weighed about that much at 15 months. She was eating a lot and the peds were on top of me. They made me add one full bottle of pediasure to her diet daily, even though she was eating like a champ. they also kept her on 3 bottles of milk daily. IT's been helping a lot. Also, she was born small at only 5 lbs but they still don't want her this underweight. The pediasure and whole milk def is helping.

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DD is 16 months and is 31 inches and 22lbs. She is I think 75th% for both. I don't think she is fine.

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My daughter was about the same weight. I wouldn't be concerned as long as she is still growing but if you are you can take her to a pediatric endocrinologist to find out if there is something wrong. I wouldn't waste the time or money. My kids are typically under the charts for weight and believe me when I tell you they are completely healthy and normal.

ETA: I just checked my daughter's weight chart and at 15 months she was 18lbs 1oz. She is PERFECTLY healthy. She is 50% for height so she has a skinny appearance, especially for a toddler. However, both my husband and I were stick skinny until we got older. A lot of this is genetic so I really wouldn't worry about it!

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My DD is 19 months and 19 lbs, 12 oz. Tiny but she was born at 3lbs 11oz and a preemie . she has been growing consistently and eating well though and perfectly for her curve.
In your case, it sounds like you have second thoughts about the ped regardless of any other peoples situations. Definitely get her checked out for peace of mind.

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Dd was 21 lbs and 31 inche at her 15 mo appointment. I am only 4'11" so she won't be a giant. She is way over her milestones so I'm not worried. If you are concerned, a second opinion is a good idea. Mommies know their babies, if you think there is a problem, then investigate.

( I am using alL my might nit to comment on the ridiculous ness that is going on here)

I'm really really worried about DD.

At 12 months my DD was only 19lbs, now at 2 she is almost 26lbs, she is perfectly fine and healthy. If you feel you need to then get a second opinion, but I want you to know your DD is not the only tiny one out there!!! Many of my friends DD's are of similar weight!

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sounds like my DD1. I think she was 18lbs. at a year. I know her stats have always been about 5 %tile for weight and 20 %tile for height. My DD2 is about 10 %tile for weight and 50 %tile for height....she eats a lot better than her sister, but still not a lot. I used to worry more and I used to give sugar free carnation instant breakfast all the time. Now I know they are maintaining their own growth curves and are healthy. If you are worried, get more opinions from doctors. ETA: at 4 my daughter is just about 28lbs. She has been wearing 24m shorts.

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I know that there is such a range with children, but if your gut is telling you to get another opinion, do so. You know your child best. I will say that those stats are very similar to my 5 month old. He's a moose, but for a 15-month old, that does sound tiny!

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I didn't read everyone's replies so I am sorry if I am repeating!

My DD is 15.5 months and weighs 24lbs and is 32inch (I believe both are in the 80 something percentile) She was 21lbs at 9 months...so she got big fast but has slowed down.

Off topic...my Goddaughter is little. She is 2 and is probably 25lbs finally! I always felt like my daughter was a giant compared to her...at her 18 month visit, the doctor was concerned not that she was tiny (she said there is nothing wrong with being thin) but that she fell off her growth curve....so she had my friend give her pediasure every morning instead of a cup of milk.

I think you should trust yourself! See another pediatrician! There may be nothing wrong with her size...but if you can sleep better at night being told that, then go for it!

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At 18m DD was 20lbs and in the 5th %ile

I never thought of her exceptionally tiny :) I wouldn't worry!

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a friends DD is 3.5 and weighs 28lbs. shes just tiny...always has been. nothing wrong with her, just petite.
go with your gut though if you think something is not quite right!

I'm really really worried about DD.

I'd schedule a consult with a pediatric endocrinologist to allay any concerns. Why worry unnecessarily?

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My son was 21.5lbs and 32" tall at 15 months ( he's 2 now and 37" and 26.5lbs).

He's just tall and skinny. That's his shape. He has always ate like crazy but he is very active and has a high metabolism. My ped was never worried, in fact she said look at yourself, no wonder where he gets it! Someone has to be at the lower end of the percentile or they wouldn't have them. I'm not supplementing his diet - I don't want to start messing with his natural ability to burn calories. He gets a vitamin, he still drinks whole milk and he eats just about everything, even sautéed spinach. Id only be concerned if she's refusing all food and losing weight from lack of nutrition.

I'm really really worried about DD.

My friends DD just turned 2 and she is 29 inches and weighs about 26lbs. She eats like a champ. She has always been on the smaller side and her Dr isn't concerned, each child is different.

However, if you feel like something is wrong I would get a 2nd opinion - you're the mother, go with your instinct.

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I think she is fine. My dd just turned 2 n weighs 25 lbs and is 34 inches. Dr. Said she is in the 50th percentile. If u want a 2nd opinion then go to a diff ped or see what can b done for her to gain weight. Dont get too worked bout it though

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Like many have said she is probably fine if she is just following her curve, but if you are concerned you should get the second opinion and settle your mind.

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DD was similar. She's now 2.5 and only weighs 25 lbs. She's in the 5% for weight but 50% for height. My dr. always said since she was meeting all her milestones not to worry.

That being said, you are worried, so I would definitely get a second opinion. I would get recommendations for other regular pediatricians from friends/family in your area. I'm in Brooklyn so doubt I can be of help. I'd see a regular ped and if they are concerned they can recommend a specialist.

I'm sure she's fine, but do what you need to to make sure you are OK with her medical care.

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My oldest DD was very small like that as a baby. I think she was slighly bigger than your DD though. Now she is a very healthy 9 year old girl, tall and super skinny. I looked at the WHO growth chart and it seems she is on track. Here's a link.

http://www.cdc.gov/growthcharts/data/who/grchrt_girls_24hdcirc-l4w_9210.pdf