Child BMI: Understanding healthy weight for kids

Child BMI: Understanding healthy weight for kids

Child BMI is a screening tool that tracks growth by comparing a child’s weight-to-height ratio against others their age and sex. Categories include Underweight (below 5th percentile), Healthy Weight (5th-84th percentile), Overweight (85th-94th percentile), and Obese (95th percentile or higher). While BMI helps doctors spot growth trends, it’s not a direct measure of body fat […]

Baby Sleep Needs by Age: Complete Guide for Parents

Baby Sleep Needs by Age: Complete Guide for Parents

Understanding your baby’s sleep needs by age is essential for healthy development and family well-being. Newborns (0-3 months) need 14-17 hours of sleep per day, infants (4-12 months) require 12-16 hours, toddlers (1-2 years) need 11-14 hours, and preschoolers (3-5 years) should get 10-13 hours daily, all including naps. As children grow, sleep requirements gradually […]