This article was professionally consulted by MSc, MD Doan Ngoc Quynh Tram - Pediatric and Neonatology Doctor, Department of Pediatrics and Neonatology, Vinmec Nha Trang International General Hospital.
Height development by age is an important factor in assessing a child’s growth. At 1 year old, children are at the starting point of a period of significant height growth. So, what is the standard height for a 1-year-old according to developmental standards? Let’s explore the standard height benchmarks for 1-year-old children in today’s article.
1. How Does a 1-Year-Old Develop in Terms of Height?
“How tall should a 1-year-old be to meet growth standards?” is a key concern for many parents who aim to design a proper nutrition plan to support their child’s height development. In reality, a child’s height growth depends significantly on their age, as outlined below:
- For newborns, height grows rapidly after birth. By the time they reach 1 year old, the average height typically falls between 72 and 76 cm.
- At 1 year old, during the toddler stage, height growth slows compared to earlier months. On average, a 1-year-old gains about 1.2 cm in height each month.
- By the time children reach 2 years old, their height will usually increase by an additional 10 cm. During the ages of 3 to 4 years, height development becomes even more noticeable. At this stage, children tend to grow taller and appear leaner compared to earlier stages.
- From the age of 5 and onwards, puberty marks a period of rapid height growth. Girls typically reach their maximum height around 2 years after their first menstrual cycle, while boys often reach their peak height at approximately 17 years of age.
2. What Is the Standard Height for a 1-Year-Old?
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), each age group has specific height standards, and these standards vary between boys and girls. So, what is the appropriate height for a 1-year-old girl and boy based on these standards?
The standard height by age is detailed in the following table:
STANDARD HEIGHT BY AGE
Based on the standard height chart for children, a 1-year-old girl is considered to have a standard height if it falls between 68.9 cm and 79.2 cm, while a 1-year-old boy's standard height ranges from 71.0 cm to 80.5 cm. According to recommendations from nutrition specialists, parents should measure their child's height regularly and compare it to the standard values to assess physical development and nutritional absorption levels in their child.
3. What Factors Affect the Height of a 1-Year-Old?
The 1-year-old stage is marked by significant growth in height and weight. However, this development is influenced by several factors, including:
- Nutrition and Environment: Nutrition and external environment significantly impact a child’s height development. A diet lacking essential nutrients can lead to malnutrition, slowing down physical growth, including height. To ensure a 1-year-old reaches the standard height, provide a balanced diet rich in nutrients, including calcium and vitamins.
- Adult Care: At the age of 1, children require care and attention from adults. The involvement of parents, grandparents, and caregivers plays a crucial role in their mental, physical, and behavioral development.
- Maternal Health During Pregnancy: The mother’s health during pregnancy greatly affects the child’s height development. Factors such as the mother’s emotional state and diet during pregnancy are critical. Maternal stress can lead to slower intellectual and physical development in the child. A well-balanced maternal diet rich in nutrients, calcium, and vitamin D can help prevent rickets and stunted height growth.
- Genetic Factors: A child’s height is partly influenced by genetic traits inherited from their parents. Research indicates that about 23% of a child’s height and physical development are determined by genetic factors.
At 1 year old, children are in a critical phase of overall physical development. Parents should regularly measure their child’s height and schedule nutrition check-ups to monitor growth and adjust their diet as needed. In addition to a nutritious diet, parents should ensure their child gets essential micronutrients such as selenium, chromium, vitamins B1 and B6, ginger, and acerola cherry extract (vitamin C). Particularly, bioavailable zinc is important for improving taste perception, helping the child eat better, achieve and surpass standard height and weight, strengthen immunity, and reduce susceptibility to common illnesses and digestive issues.
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