It's not uncommon for mothers to worry about poor weight gain in their babies.Every mom's dream is to make sure her baby grows optimally. When this isn't happening, you might need to watch your babies' diet. Here are some healthy foods which can help your baby to gain weight and have proper development.

1. Breastmilk (below 6 months)

Unknown to many mums, Exclusive breast milk will help your baby gain weight and grow optimally in the first 6 months.This is because Breastmilk provides the baby with all the necessary nutrients like water, fat, carbohydrates, protein, vitamins and minerals, amino acids, enzymes, and white cells. is the most nutritious, healthy, balanced and superfood for your baby to gain weight. 

2. Banana (6 to 9 months baby )

Apart from being a great source of energy, Bananas are high in carbohydrates, potassium, dietary fibre, Vitamins C and B6 which make it a `quick energy providers. Banana can be given to a child as smoothies, shakes, cakes or puddings.

3.Potato (6 to 9 months)

Potato is known to be one of the favourite foods for babies especially between 6 months to 12 months. Apart from the fact that Potato is easy to digest and it supplies energy for the baby to be active.Potato is also a great source of a judicious amount of vitamins and minerals. It is also Important for gastrointestinal health because Potato is high in alkaline sugars and these sugars can help in bringing down the acid levels in body. Starchy foods like potatoes are rich in carbohydrates. Potatoes are a good source of vitamins like C and B6, minerals like phosphorus, manganese and are low in calories.

4 Eggs (10 to 12 months baby)

Eggs are high in protein, saturated fat and are packed with minerals and vitamin A and B12. Eggs are a healthy option for your child’s growth and development. The egg is a good source of choline, which helps to regulate the nervous system and brain.

You should consult your doctor before introducing egg to your child before 1 year of age. Start with egg yolk (yellow part) when your baby is 10 months old and give the white part of an egg only when the baby completes one year of its age.

5 Fish (10 to 12 months baby)

Fish is loaded with nutrients like proteins, vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids.

Fish is considered as the best source of omega-3 fatty acids, which helps to develop the brain. Fish is also the only dietary source of Vitamin D.

Start with low mercury fish for your baby after 8 months of age. Fish is one of the top allergenic foods, so consult with the pediatric before introducing fish.