Weight gain is a predictable process from infancy through adolescence. However, some children have poor nutrition from birth and gain weight slowly, while others gain weight normally for a while, then slow or stop gaining weight. Slow weight gain often occurs before a child stops growing in height.

Children who are slow to gain weight, thin, and have poor absorption will more or less affect their physical and mental development. Children who are slow to gain weight are a common concern of many parents with young children. The suggested menu for children who are slow to gain weight, thin, and have poor absorption below will help parents gain more useful knowledge to take the best care of their babies.