Late Preterm Baby (35+4) Growing Well, But Arms Still Look Lean—Is This Normal? ⭐
Hi everyone,
Ftm here My baby girl was born late preterm at 35 weeks + 4 days, with a birth weight of 2 kg (4.4 lbs).
She is now 56 days old (8 weeks), and at her recent check-up she weighed 3.7 kg (8.2 lbs), so she's been gaining weight well according to her pediatrician.
I've noticed that her thighs have become chubbier and her face is much rounder, which is reassuring. However, her arms still look quite lean, especially compared to full-term babies of a similar age.
For parents of late preterm babies:
- When did your baby start looking a bit "filled out" overall?
- How long did it take for their arms and upper body to become less lean?
- Did they gradually catch up over the first few months, or did it take longer?
I know every baby grows at their own pace, and I'm not looking for medical advice—I'm just hoping to hear about other parents' experiences. Thank you!