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Sammi Was Born 3 Days Ago and Has Lost 3

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Sammi was born 3 days ago and has lost 3 percent of her body weight. Should her parents be concerned?


A) Yes. Sammi's parents should consult her pediatrician immediately.
B) No. Babies normally lose between 5 and 7 percent of their body weight within the first few days after birth.
C) No. Babies normally lose between 9 and 12 percent of their body weight within the first few days after birth.
D) Maybe. Sammi's parents should begin supplementing breast-feeding with baby formula and weigh her twice a day to ensure no more weight is lost.

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