What are Growing Pains? Aches and pains in children can be classified as growing pains if they fit into the following criteria: Intermittent pain- not there all the time Typically around the shin, back of the knee or calf Some painfree days and nights Onset of pain typically late afternoon/ evening Typically occurring in both legs…
Health professionals do not like the word normal, especially when referring to the development of babies, toddlers and children, as they all grow at their own pace. There are wide and varying time frames for typical development and even this can be affected by each child’s experiences in early life. For example: 1) A child who…
The bodies of children and adolescents are constantly changing during growth. This can include changes to the hormonal, anatomical and musculoskeletal systems. Growth affects multiple areas of the musculoskeletal system. These include: Muscles: During a growth spurt a child’s bones lengthen before their muscles. This can affect muscle flexibility and strength. Unfortunately, larger limbs require…
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Introduction A baby can begin taking their first steps anywhere between 10 months and 17 months of age. Toe walking can be common in the early stages of walking as children adapt to being on two feet and start to reach for the objects around them. As a child masters being on their feet (approximately 6…