There are separate growth charts for weight, height, and head circumference. These simply represent the average weight, height, or head circumference of a bunch of normal children. You will see ...

For starters, healthy kids come in a wide range of shapes and sizes, and they don't grow at a steady rate, either. Your child can look very different from your friends' kids -- or from his own ...

No matter where your child fits on the chart, the important thing is that height and weight are proportional, and that growth progresses at a fairly steady pace over time. "One mark on a growth ...

Children grow in spurts and stages, making their growth patterns as unique as their personalities. As a parent, watching your ...

GH is a naturally-occurring hormone produced by the pituitary gland in the brain. It plays a key role in growth, bone strength and muscle development. Some children’s bodies do not produce enough GH, ...

Medically reviewed by Daniel Combs, MD The average male height varies across the world. The average male is about 5 feet 9 ...