Recognize Weight Faltering, Failure to Grow That Risk Stunting in Children

In preventing weight faltering in children, the first thing to do is to find out the cause of the child experiencing weight faltering.

“If it’s a nutritional problem, then you can improve your baby’s diet or breastfeeding pattern,” said doctor Melisa. Such as increasing the intensity of breastfeeding, or giving children high-calorie foods.

But if your child is experiencing weight faltering due to illness, you need to consult a doctor.

In severe cases, doctors will usually suggest treatment using tube feeding. This method is done by inserting a tube filled with nutritional fluid through the nose into the stomach.

Reporter: Lianna Leticia

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