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Growth & Development
How children grow and what healthcare providers monitor
Children grow at different rates — some naturally small, others naturally larger. Growth is usually assessed by looking at patterns over time rather than individual measurements.
During routine checkups, healthcare providers may monitor:
- check_circleWeight
- check_circleLength or height
- check_circleHead circumference
- check_circleDevelopmental progress
During growth spurts, children may:
- check_circleEat more
- check_circleSleep more
- check_circleBecome fussier
- check_circleWant extra comfort
These phases are usually temporary.