“Is my child growing well?” Questions and answers for parents

How do I know if my child is growing okay? Your child may be taller or shorter, heavier or lighter than other children of the same age. But changes in height and weight follow a regular pattern. That is why we measure weight and height. For babies we measure their body length when they are lying down. Once toddlers can stand still, we measure their standing height. For babies and toddlers we also measure the size of their head, known as head circumference.