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Baby Scales

Lactation Consultant's Comments:  Baby scales are a valuable tool for breastfeeding moms.  Inexpensive mechanical scales can give a general idea of milk intake while better digital scales can let you know if the baby is gaining weight on a daily basis.  The average baby looses 8% of birth weight during the first week and then regains it by 2-3 weeks.  From that point until the baby is 6 months old, the average baby gains 5-7 oz per week.  After 6 months, the average weight gain is 4 oz per week.  Lactation Consultants and Pediatricians can benefit from highly sensitive scales that have a Memory Function.

Compare Baby Scales   Where to Buy Baby Scales

Baby Scale Comparison Chart

model price capacity increments tare* function power supply removable  bin other uses warranty*
RFK Mechanical $59.99 44 lbs 2 oz No spring Yes child scale 5 year
RFK Digital $79.99 22 lbs 1/2 oz Yes AA batteries No none 1 year
My Weigh Digital 2010 $109.99

Best Buy!

44 lbs  1/2 oz

10 grams

Yes 9V battery and/or A/C adapter   Yes child scale Lifetime
Health-O-Meter 1524KL $279.99 130 lbs  1 oz

20 grams

No Balance Beam Yes child scale 5 year
Health-O-Meter 553KL $299.99 44 lbs  1/2 oz-10 gm  Includes Memory Yes AA batteries Yes child scale 5 year

*Tare function allows the scale to zero out after adding a pad or blanket.

*Each manufacturer has its own warranty service.  For more details contact the manufacturer directly.

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