Question
The mother of a female infant is concerned about her daughter’s shorter stature. The child’s weight is normal, but her height is slightly below that of her peers. She asks whether it is necessary to supplement her daughter with Anli children’s protein powder and other nutritional supplements, worrying that excessive supplementation might affect her daughter’s growth and development.
Answer
Experts advise parents not to worry excessively. The average height range for a three-year-old girl is 90.2 to 98.1 centimeters, with an average of 95 centimeters. The rate of growth varies from child to child, and it cannot be generalized. Additionally, it is not recommended to supplement children with Anli nutritional products, as this may cause the child to enter the growth and development stage prematurely, which could have the opposite effect. A child’s overall health and well-being are more important than height.