Usually, baby development is regular. Under normal circumstances, every baby will grow and develop along a specific growth curve, as long as they grow normally according to their own growth curve. The baby's development will not have major problems. So, what do you think of the baby growth curve?
Generally, after the baby is born, their height, weight, and head circumference can be measured and recorded. Firstly, calibrate the age on the horizontal axis, then select the measured value on the vertical axis, and mark a point at the intersection of the two lines. However, it should be noted that the growth curve is a continuous record, and the baby's growth and development trend cannot be determined solely based on one measurement result.
Babies can use their growth curve as a reference under normal growth conditions. Mothers at this stage must pay special attention to and track the growth of their babies. Generally speaking, falling between the 97th and 3rd percentiles is within the normal range.
If the baby's height and body mass index do not reach normal levels, there may be congenital endocrine problems, which are mostly related to postnatal nutritional intake, such as being too picky eaters or having a poor appetite. If the weight is less than 3%, it may be due to fetal growth retardation in the uterus, leading to growth problems. Premature infants may also fall within the range of less than 3% due to their own disease factors; As for babies weighing over 97%, it is possible that they have been overfed and their feeding habits must be adjusted appropriately.
