Average Height and Weight Chart for Male and Female Babies

Every parent has probably checked out a height and weight chart for male and female children. I have done that as well.

So, in today’s article, we’ll analyze the average height and weight chart for babies and give you some expert parenting tips!

Before we dive deeper into child growth, here is an average height and weight chart for male and female children.

The Growth Process in Babies

In the following paragraphs, we’ll discuss the growth process in small children and what factors influence it.

·         Explanation of Growth Patterns 

Every child goes through different phases of growth, each precious and unique. The phases are:

• Infancy (0-2 years);
• Early Childhood (3-6 years);
• Middle Childhood (7-10 years);
• Adolescence (11-18 years);

Many factors, including genetics, nutrition, and living environment, influence the growth of babies.

You can have a detailed analysis of the average height and weight of babies in the chart above.

·         Role of Hormones in Height and Weight Development

According to medical experts, the most important hormone for childhood growth is the human growth hormone produced by the pituitary gland.

The human growth hormone is managed by another hormone called Insulin-Like Growth Factor (IGF-1).

Creating an Average Height and Weight Chart

Creating an average height and weight chart isn’t easy to construct. Firstly, you need accurate and reliable information.

For example, such a reliable source is the World Health Organization (WHO). But you can’t just leave it at the facts.

Now, it’s crucial to create the layout of the chart. You can’t throw around information without segmenting it by age and gender.

Lastly, you can create a unique and eye-catching design that’s pretty yet informative. Check out our chart as an example!

Average Height and Weight Ranges for Male Children

In the following paragraphs, we’ll discuss the average height and weight ranges for male children.

·         Infants (0-2 years)

The average height ranges for male infants are 19.6″ (49.8 cm) to 34.2″ (86.8 cm). The average weight ranges for male infants are 7.4 lb. (3.3 kg) to 27.5 lb. (12.47 kg).

·         Early Childhood (3-6 years)

The average height ranges for male children in early childhood are 37.5″ (95.2 cm) to 45.5″ (115.5 cm). The average weight ranges for male children in early childhood are 31.0 lb. (14.06 kg) to 45.5 lb. (20.64 kg).

·         Middle Childhood (7-10 years)

The average height ranges for male children in middle childhood are 48.0″ (121.9 cm) to 54.5″ (138.4 cm). The average weight ranges for male children in middle childhood are 50.5 lb. (22.9 kg) to 70.5 lb. (32 kg).

·         Adolescence (11-18 years)

The average height ranges for adolescent male children are 56.5″ (143.5 cm) to 69.2″ (175.7 cm). The average weight ranges for adolescent male children are 78.5 lb. (35.6 kg) to 147.5 lb. (66.9 kg).

·         Factors Affecting Variations in Growth

Many factors such as genetics, nutrition, and disabilities can cause variations in growth. But all children are special, no matter their weight and height!

Average Height and Weight Ranges for Female Children

In the following paragraphs, we’ll discuss the average height and weight ranges for female children.

·         Infants (0-2 years)

The average height ranges for female infants are 19.4″ (49.2 cm) to 33.7″ (85.5 cm). The average weight ranges for female infants are 7.4 lb. (3.3 kg) to 26.5 lb. (12.02 kg).

·         Early Childhood (3-6 years)

The average height ranges for female children in early childhood are 37.0″ (94 cm) to 45.5″ (115.5 cm). The average weight ranges for female children in early childhood are 31.5 lb. (14.29 kg) to 44.0 lb. (19.96 kg).

·         Middle Childhood (7-10 years)

The average height ranges for female children in middle childhood are 47.7″ (121.1 cm) to 54.5″ (138.4 cm). The average weight ranges for female children in middle childhood are 49.5 lb. (22.45 kg) to 70.5 lb. (31.98 kg).

·         Adolescence (11-18 years)

The average height ranges for adolescent female children are 56.7″ (144 cm) to 64.2″ (163 cm). The average weight ranges for adolescent female children are 81.5 lb. (36.97 kg) to 125.0 lb. (56.7 kg).

·         Impact of Puberty on Growth

Puberty has the most impact on children’s growth, physically and mentally. It’s also a time when children are most aware of their bodies.

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