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How big should my 9-month-old be?
Average baby sizes through the first year
| Age | Male baby | Female baby |
|---|---|---|
| 7 months | 27.17 in (69 cm) | 26.38 in (67 cm) |
| 8 months | 27.95 in (71 cm) | 27.17 in (69 cm) |
| 9 months | 28.35 in (72 cm) | 27.56 in (70 cm) |
| 10 months | 28.74 in (73 cm) | 28.15 in (71.5 cm) |
How many times a day should a 9-month-old baby eat?
Feeding guide for the first year (9 to 12 months)
| Item | 9 months |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding or formula | 3 to 5 feedings per day or 30 to 32 ounces per day |
| Dry infant cereal with iron | 5 to 8tbs. any variety mixed with formula |
| Fruits | 2 to 4 tbs., strained or soft mashed/2 times per day |
What should my 9-month-old be eating?
Some great foods to offer your 9-month-old baby include: Fruits: bananas, soft pears, peaches, watermelon, cantaloupe, strawberries. Vegetables: soft-cooked broccoli, carrots, green beans, sweet potatoes. Protein: eggs, soft-cooked or ground meat, tofu, smashed beans, low mercury fish.
What is the normal weight for 9 months baby?
Baby weight chart by age
| Baby age | Female 50th percentile weight | Male 50th percentile weight |
|---|---|---|
| 8 months | 17 lb 8 oz (7.9 kg) | 18 lb 15 oz (8.6 kg) |
| 9 months | 18 lb 2 oz (8.2 kg) | 19 lb 10 oz (8.9 kg) |
| 10 months | 18 lb 11 oz (8.5 kg) | 20 lb 3 oz (9.2 kg) |
| 11 months | 19 lb 4 oz (8.7 kg) | 20 lb 12 oz (9.4 kg) |
What sounds do 9 month olds make?
Your child’s babbling will begin to sound more like words. She’ll intentionally repeat sounds (like “gaga”) over and over. At about 9 months, she’ll start to understand gestures, pointing and grunting to indicate her wants.