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16 month old not growing in height
My 16 month old is 29 inches in height. He did not grow from 12th month to present. His height remained same. He dont like to chew fruits so i give them as milkshakes. He eats yogurt rice, ragi porridge, dal rice, milk n so on.. Please advice what could be done for a good growth. Appreciate your time and help. Thanks
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Dr. J Prabhakar Rao
Pediatrician
32 yrs exp
Ghaziabad
The fastest growing age groups in children are in the 1 st year of life and after onset of puberty.
Other than that,the growth in weight and height are slower.
Just ensure 2 milk feeds using a glass and 4 solid meals a day and plenty of physical activity.
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