Understanding Height Growth in Children (and What You Really Need to Know About Supplements)
Let me start with this: if you’ve ever worried about your child’s height—whether they’ll be tall enough, grow fast enough, or catch up to their classmates—you’re not alone. I’ve talked to hundreds of parents who’ve stressed over that growth chart at the pediatrician’s office, eyeing those little percentile curves like they were SAT scores. And yeah, height can feel like a big deal. But here’s the truth I wish more people heard early on: most of a child’s height is determined by genetics. That’s the blueprint. What you do have influence over? Nutrition, environment, sleep, and yes, sometimes, supplements—though that part’s trickier than most marketing wants you to believe. Let’s walk through this—no fluff, no hype, just what actually matters when it comes to your child’s growth. How Kids Grow Taller: The Natural Process Genetics Set the Ceiling If you’re 5’3” and your partner is 5’6”, your child probably won’t hit NBA height. That’s just how the math works. Your child’s adul...