Healthy Baby

Obesity and Babies Babies can experience obesity. Obesity in infants can occur due to a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. Some potential reasons for obesity in babies include: Overfeeding Providing excessive amounts of formula or breast milk can lead to overeating and weight gain. Introduction of solid foods too early Introducing solid foods before the recommended age (around 6 months) may lead to increased calorie intake. Unhealthy food choices Offering high-calorie, low-nutrient foods to babies can contribute to obesity. Lack of physical activity Limited opportunities for physical activity in babies can lead to excessive weight gain. Genetics Some infants may have a genetic predisposition to obesity. Determining the ideal weight for babies is typically done by monitoring their growth using growth charts. These charts track the baby's weight, length, and head circumference over time, and healthcare professionals compare the measurements to age-appropria...