I have four all with different weights. Newman is 12 lbs. Bella is nine pounds, Noel is (HUH) 16 pounds, and Tia is only 3 pounds. Having such a range I'd have to go with five pounds being ideal although I have to tell you I love Tia at three pounds because I can take her everywhere. I didn't go out of my way to get a little one this small but I am enjoying it
Merry Christmas everyone. Elaine