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Why are premature babies less likely to gain weight when they are older?

28 January 2010 2 Responses

A Parent asks,

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  • Navy Wife Expecting a girl Nov 2 said:


    I dont know really but I was 2 months premature and I assure you, I was right on target growing up and I have had no problem gaining weight once I hit puberty and losing it and gaining again.

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  • Mustang Mel said:


    Well I kind of disagree with when they say that. Perhaps it’s because if they have a health condition? I was born preemie at 3.14 pounds and 6 1/2 weeks early and I haven’t had any problems gaining weight ever. o.o

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