It can be pretty mindblowing to watch our kids grow up — and we’re not just talking about all of the things they learn at a breakneck speed (especially when they’re little). From the time they’re born, it seems like they’re always getting bigger, which isn’t exactly easy on our wallets — it seems like as soon as we buy them new clothes that fit, they’re already outgrowing them!
The good news? Kids do stop growing eventually, but there are a lot of factors that come into play here. Genetics and whether your child is a boy or a girl are just a couple of them.
Remember, all kids are different, and your kiddo is their own unique person with their own growth curve. But if you’re wondering when your wallet will get to relax and stop buying so many clothes — or if you’re worried that your child may not be growing quickly enough — read on.
Growth chart for boys and girls
Can you predict the height of your child?
It can be hard to come up with an exact height that your child will reach in adulthood, but there is a formula that Dr. Joseph Gigante shared with CafeMom that you can use to estimate how tall your kid might be when they’re done growing. You can either double whatever height your child is at age 2, or use the following formula:
- For boys: father’s height + mother’s height + 13, all divided by 2
- For girls: father’s height + mother’s height – 13, all divided by 2
Remember, this is just a prediction — and kids surprise us all the time … in their growth, and in just about every other aspect of our lives as their moms.
If you have any concerns about your child’s growth, feel free to speak to your pediatrician; after all, that’s what they’re there for. In the meantime, enjoy watching your kids grow up. It can be difficult seeing your once tiny baby turn into a full-fledged big kid, but it’s so rewarding to witness it all.
