Question

How much does a neonate usually weigh at birth, what percent of their weight does their head account for, and how much weight do they gain as they develop?

Accepted Answer

This group usually weighs 6 to 8 lbs (3 to 3.5 kg) at birth, with the head accounting for 25% of its body weight. In the first week, 5% to 10% of their birth weight is lost due to fluid loss. I n the second week, they start growing at a rate of about 30g a day.

Front	How much does a neonate usually weigh at birth, what percent of their weight does their head account for, and how much weight do they gain as they develop?
Back	This group usually weighs 6 to 8 lbs (3 to 3.5 kg) at birth, with the head accounting for 25% of its body weight. In the first week, 5% to 10% of their birth weight is lost due to fluid loss. I n the second week, they start growing at a rate of about 30g a day.

Weight Birth Head Week Neonate Weigh Percent Account