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What is the appropriate weight for a 5 year old female? she does not seem to eat healthy and is only 30 pounds.

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Dr. Nela Cordero answered

WEIGHT: Your child is within normal in the 3rd percentile. If you want her in the 50 th percentile, she should add more 5 lbs.

Answered 10/3/2016

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A member asked:

What is the appropriate weight for a 5 year old female? she does not seem to eat healthy and is only 30 pounds.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nela Cordero answered

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