Patient's question:
The baby is now 12 months old and it's time for a check-up. The height check revealed that she is only 72 cm tall. She was born at 49 cm and is a girl. She once had mild costal cartilage protrusion due to calcium deficiency. I don't know what might be causing her to grow slowly. My height is 1.62 meters, and my husband's is 1.75 meters. According to our heights, the child shouldn't be short, right? What could be the reason, and how can it be addressed? Additionally, could you please advise on the best time to take calcium powder and fish oil during the day? Should they be taken together?Doctor's answer:
Not only should you supplement with calcium powder and fish oil, but you should also get more sun and exercise. The period of physical height development varies among individuals, with some children developing later. This is what people often refer to as the "23" principle. If there is no nutritional deficiency but the child is not growing taller, it is likely due to genetic variation. Additionally, it is recommended to have the child drink more milk. The calcium in milk is better absorbed than that in calcium powder, and milk is also rich in nutrients.