65 the baby will achieve after discharge and how long that will take because recurring illness and the nutrition provided at home play a crucial role. There are risks and rewards to catch-up growth in premature babies; think about striking a balance. While catch-up growth happens naturally in some babies, for others, it may take time. Do what's best for your child. Don't overfeed your child to promote catch-up growth. SUMMARY Monitoring your baby’s growth is important to ensure that she/he is growing at an appropriate rate. Although premature babies have a slower growth rate than full-term babies, they do tend to catch up as they get older.
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