We can help with poor growth in children by assessing nutritional needs, identifying underlying causes, and providing personalised dietary plans to support healthy growth and development.
Faltering growth
What is faltering growth?
Faltering growth in children refers to when a child is not growing at a typical rate or is failing to gain weight as expected for their age. It is often referred to as ‘failure to thrive’ or ‘poor weight gain.’ This can be indicated by a child consistently falling below growth percentiles on a growth chart or having difficulty reaching developmental milestones.
Why does faltering growth happen?
Factors such as inadequate nutrition, increased energy requirements and underlying health conditions may contribute to slow growth or poor weight gain.
How to help faltering growth?
A children's dietitian can help identify potential reasons, provide personalised dietary guidance, and create a nutrition plan to support healthy growth and development. Addressing poor weight gain early can help ensure a child’s long-term health and well-being.