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Your child’s height is x months behind the median for their age group^

Your child’s height is x months behind the median for their age group^

Your child’s height is x cm below the median for their age group^

Your child’s height is on track

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Current Height X

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Median Height^ X

  • Your child’s height is x cm below the median for their age group.

  • Your child’s height is  x for their age.

  • This result indicates your child may be at risk of stunted growth.

  • Your child’s height is x cm below the median for their age group.

  • Your child’s height is  x for their age.

  • Your child’s height is x months behind the median for their age group.

  • Your child’s height is  x for their age.

  • Your child’s height is x cm above the median for their age group.

  • Your child’s height is  x for their age.

^Median height is the height at the 50th percentile for the child's age. This is a guide only designed for children 1 year and above. Always consult a healthcare professional if you have any concerns about your child's growth pattern as interpretation of growth must be made in the overall clinical context of the individual child. Height above or below the 50th percentile can be appropriate depending on birth length, parental height and rate of growth which can be observed from serial measurements of the child’s height overtime.

Sources:

WHO (2006) Child Growth Standards. Length/height-for-age. World Health Organization. Accessed online from: https://www.who.int/tools/child-growth-standards/standards/length-height-for-age

WHO (2007) Growth Reference Data for 5-19 years. World Health Organization. Accessed online from: https://www.who.int/tools/growth-reference-data-for-5to19-years

WHO (2008) Interpreting Growth Indicators. World Health Organization. Accessed online from: https://iris.who.int/bitstream/handle/10665/43601/9789241595070_C_eng.pdf

Continue to measure and monitor your child's growth regularly while supporting their growth with:

  •  A healthy, balanced diet including adequate energy, macronutrients (e.g. high quality protein) and micronutrients (e.g. vitamins and minerals) 
  • Physical activity 
  • Adequate sleep.

If you have any concerns about your child's growth or their nutritional intake, seek guidance from your doctor or dietitian about how a child oral nutritional supplement may help.

 

^Median height is the height at the 50th percentile for the child's age. This is a guide only designed for children 1 year and above. Always consult a healthcare professional if you have any concerns about your child's growth pattern as interpretation of growth must be made in the overall clinical context of the individual child. Height above or below the 50th percentile can be appropriate depending on birth length, parental height and rate of growth which can be observed from serial measurements of the child’s height overtime.

Sources:

WHO (2006) Child Growth Standards. Length/height-for-age. World Health Organization. Accessed online from: https://www.who.int/tools/child-growth-standards/standards/length-height-for-age

WHO (2007) Growth Reference Data for 5-19 years. World Health Organization. Accessed online from: https://www.who.int/tools/growth-reference-data-for-5to19-years

WHO (2008) Interpreting Growth Indicators. World Health Organization. Accessed online from: https://iris.who.int/bitstream/handle/10665/43601/9789241595070_C_eng.pdf

Continue to measure and monitor your child's growth regularly while supporting their growth with:

  •  A healthy, balanced diet including adequate energy, macronutrients (e.g. high quality protein) and micronutrients (e.g. vitamins and minerals) 
  • Physical activity 
  • Adequate sleep.

If you have any concerns about your child's growth or their nutritional intake, seek guidance from your doctor or dietitian about how a child oral nutritional supplement may help.

^Median height is the height at the 50th percentile for the child's age. This is a guide only designed for children 1 year and above. Always consult a healthcare professional if you have any concerns about your child's growth pattern as interpretation of growth must be made in the overall clinical context of the individual child. Height above or below the 50th percentile can be appropriate depending on birth length, parental height and rate of growth which can be observed from serial measurements of the child’s height overtime.

Sources:

WHO (2006) Child Growth Standards. Length/height-for-age. World Health Organization. Accessed online from: https://www.who.int/tools/child-growth-standards/standards/length-height-for-age

WHO (2007) Growth Reference Data for 5-19 years. World Health Organization. Accessed online from: https://www.who.int/tools/growth-reference-data-for-5to19-years

WHO (2008) Interpreting Growth Indicators. World Health Organization. Accessed online from: https://iris.who.int/bitstream/handle/10665/43601/9789241595070_C_eng.pdf

Continue to measure and monitor your child's growth regularly while supporting their growth with:

  •  A healthy, balanced diet including adequate energy, macronutrients (e.g. high quality protein) and micronutrients (e.g. vitamins and minerals) 
  • Physical activity 
  • Adequate sleep.

If you have any concerns about your child's growth or their nutritional intake, seek guidance from your doctor or dietitian about how a child oral nutritional supplement may help.

^Median height is the height at the 50th percentile for the child's age. This is a guide only designed for children 1 year and above. Always consult a healthcare professional if you have any concerns about your child's growth pattern as interpretation of growth must be made in the overall clinical context of the individual child. Height above or below the 50th percentile can be appropriate depending on birth length, parental height and rate of growth which can be observed from serial measurements of the child’s height overtime.

Sources:

WHO (2006) Child Growth Standards. Length/height-for-age. World Health Organization. Accessed online from: https://www.who.int/tools/child-growth-standards/standards/length-height-for-age

WHO (2007) Growth Reference Data for 5-19 years. World Health Organization. Accessed online from: https://www.who.int/tools/growth-reference-data-for-5to19-years

WHO (2008) Interpreting Growth Indicators. World Health Organization. Accessed online from: https://iris.who.int/bitstream/handle/10665/43601/9789241595070_C_eng.pdf

Continue to measure and monitor your child's growth regularly while supporting their growth with:

  •  A healthy, balanced diet including adequate energy, macronutrients (e.g. high quality protein) and micronutrients (e.g. vitamins and minerals) 
  • Physical activity 
  • Adequate sleep.

If you have any concerns about your child's growth or their nutritional intake, seek guidance from your doctor or dietitian about how a child oral nutritional supplement may help.

POOR NUTRITION: A KEY CAUSE

Adequate nutrition is important for optimal growth. Poor nutrition can be a result of inadequate intake, absorption, and/or utilisation  of nutrients.

Inadequate intake of nutrients

  • A variety of nutrients in adequate amounts is required for optimal growth and development.
  • For example, carbohydrate is needed to produce energy , and protein for building muscles. Vitamins and minerals are also needed to support various body functions , such as bone building.

Poor nutrient absorption

  • Even when intake appears sufficient , some nutrients may not be adequately absorbed in the gut.1
  • Certain factors present in the diet could inhibit the absorption of nutrients that have been consumed.1

Poor nutrient utilisation

  • Nutrients need to be appropriately utilised by the body to perform their functions

STEPS YOU CAN TAKE

Improving nutritional intake is key for optimal growth. If you have concerns regarding your child's growth,3 seek guidance from a doctor or dietitian on ways to enhance your child’s diet to improve his or her nutrition.

LEARN MORE ABOUT CHILD ORAL NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS

PediaSure is a complete, balanced child oral nutritional supplement that is specially formulated for children at nutritional risk. This may include children whose:

  • patterns of growth are below those of their age group
  • caloric and nutrient requirements are increased due to a medical condition
  • food intake has decreased due to poor appetite.

PediaSure provides 28 essential vitamins and minerals including Calcium, Vitamin K and Vitamin D to contribute to normal bone structure. The use of PediaSure has been shown to result in 50% faster growth in children at nutritional risk^.2

With more than 30 years of research and over 20 clinical studies, PediaSure is backed by science to help children grow!3

Try PediaSure

References

^Pediasure contains a blend of ingredients that have been clinically shown to support 50% faster growth in children at nutritional risk. Comparison of height gain in children 3-5 years at nutritional risk who received PediaSure and dietary counselling, and those who received dietary counselling alone for 90 days. 

1. Walters ME, Esfandi R, Tsopmo A. Foods. 2018;7(10). 2. Alarcon PA, et al. Clin Pediatr (Phila). 2003;42(3):209-217. The study utilised a previous formulation of PediaSure. 3. Abbott data on file.

POOR NUTRITION : A KEY CAUSE

Adequate nutrition is important for optimal growth. Poor nutrition can be a result of inadequate intake, absorption, and/or utilisation  of nutrients.

Inadequate intake of nutrients

  • A variety of nutrients in adequate amounts is required for optimal growth and development.
  • For example, carbohydrate is needed to produce energy , and protein for building muscles. Vitamins and minerals are also needed to support various body functions , such as bone building.

Poor nutrient absorption

  • Even when intake appears sufficient , some nutrients may not be adequately absorbed in the gut .1
  • Certain factors present in the diet could inhibit the absorption of nutrients that have been consumed.1

Poor nutrient utilisation

  • Nutrients need to be appropriately utilised by the body to perform their functions

STEPS YOU CAN TAKE

If you have concerns regarding your child's growth, seek guidance from a doctor or dietitian on ways to enhance your child’s diet to improve his or her nutrition. Consider providing a complete, balanced child oral nutritional supplement. Research has shown that the usage of a child nutritional supplement as part of dietary intervention for children at nutritional risk leads to better growth outcomes.2

In addition, do ensure your child gets enough physical activity and sleep. Also, remember to measure and monitor his or her growth regularly.

You have the power to make a difference – early intervention can help get your child’s growth back on track, towards a healthier and brighter tomorrow! 

LEARN MORE ABOUT CHILD ORAL NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS

PediaSure is a complete, balanced child oral nutritional supplement that is specially formulated for children with or at risk of undernutrition – this may include children who are falling behind on growth or have decreased appetite.

PediaSure provides 28 essential vitamins and minerals including Calcium, Vitamin K and Vitamin D to contribute to normal bone structure. The use of PediaSure has been shown to result in 50% faster growth in children at nutritional risk^ .3

With more than 30 years of research and over 20 clinical studies, PediaSure is backed by science to help children grow!4

Try PediaSure

References

^Pediasure contains a blend of ingredients that have been clinically shown to support 50% faster growth. Comparison of height gain in children 3-5 years at nutritional risk who received PediaSure and dietary counselling, and those who received dietary counselling alone for 90 days. 

1. Walters ME, et al. Foods. 2018;7(10): 172. doi.org/10.3390/foods7100172. 2.Zhang Z, et al. Nutrients. 2021;13(9):3036. 3.Alarcon PA, et al. Clin Pediatr (Phila). 2003;42(3):209-217. The study utilised a previous formulation of PediaSure. 4.Abbott data on file.

LEARN MORE ABOUT CHILD ORAL NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS

PediaSure is a complete, balanced child oral nutritional supplement that is specially formulated for children with or at risk of undernutrition – this may include children who are falling behind on growth or have decreased appetite.

PediaSure provides 28 essential vitamins and minerals including Calcium, Vitamin K and Vitamin D to contribute to normal bone structure. The use of PediaSure has been shown to result in 50% faster growth in children at nutritional risk^ .1

With more than 30 years of research and over 20 clinical studies, PediaSure is backed by science to help children grow! 2

Try PediaSure

References

 ^PediaSure contains a blend of ingredients that have been clinically shown to support 50% faster growth in children at nutritional risk. Comparison of height gain in children 3-5 years at nutritional risk who received PediaSure and dietary counselling, and those who received dietary counselling alone for 90 days.

1.Alarcon PA, et al. Clin Pediatr (Phila). 2003;42(3):209-217. The study utilised a previous formulation of PediaSure.2.Abbott data on file.

LEARN MORE ABOUT CHILD ORAL NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS

PediaSure is a complete, balanced child oral nutritional supplement that is specially formulated for children aged 1-10 years at nutritional risk – this may include children who are falling behind in their growth  or have decreased appetite.

PediaSure provides 28 essential vitamins and minerals including Calcium, Vitamin K and Vitamin D to contribute to normal bone structure. The use of PediaSure has been shown to result in 50% faster growth in children at nutritional risk^ .1

With more than 30 years of research and over 20 clinical studies, PediaSure is backed by science to help children grow!2

Try PediaSure

References

 ^PediaSure contains a blend of ingredients that have been clinically shown to support 50% faster growth in children at nutritional risk. Comparison of height gain in children 3-5 years at nutritional risk who received PediaSure and dietary counselling, and those who received dietary counselling alone for 90 days. 

1.Alarcon PA, et al. Clin Pediatr (Phila). 2003;42(3):209-217. The study utilised a previous formulation of PediaSure.2.Abbott data on file.

Monitor Growth and Support Your Child’s Full Potential

Growth is an important indicator of your child’s overall health and nutritional status. Building a strong nutritional foundation gives you the power to make a difference to your child’s current growth trajectory, which will go a long way in helping him or her to achieve their full potential in life.

Is there a “gap” in your child’s growth? 

Poor height gain may indicate an issue with your child’s health and/or nutrition, and may impact his or her development and well-being.

Use this tool to check your child’s current height status and find out what you can do to support your child’s growth.

CHILD'S GENDER

 
Please select gender

CHILD’S BIRTHDAY

Child age shoud be greater than 12 months

CHILD’S HEIGHT

Please enter child height Please enter the range between 65.0 - 195.0cm

This is a guide only designed for children 1 year and above.

DISCLAIMER: For educational purposes only and not for use to diagnose any medical condition. Please consult a healthcare professional for advice.

Food for Special Medical Purposes. Use only under medical supervision.

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