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WHO growth charts (0-2 years)

WHO Growth charts (0-2) are used to calculate weight, length and weight for length percentiles for children aged under 2. These charts are used to monitor infant and young child’s growth over time. Identifying any rapid increases or decreases away from the trajectory or growth curve, may help identify opportunities for early intervention.
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WHO Z-Scores chart, weight for height (2-5 years) BOYS

The WHO BOYS weight-for-height Z-score chart monitors changes in child (2-5) weight patterns which might not be as easily tracked on standard growth charts. Z-scores are particularly useful to monitor small changes that have occurred over time, especially when growth concerns exist. (PDF, 722KB)
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WHO Z-Scores chart, weight for height (2-5 years) GIRLS

The WHO GIRLS weight-for-height Z-score chart monitors changes in child (2-5) weight patterns which might not be as easily tracked on standard growth charts. Z-scores are particularly useful to monitor small changes that have occurred over time, especially when growth concerns exist. (PDF, 719KB)
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WHO Z-Scores chart, weight for length (0-2 years) BOYS

The WHO GIRLS weight-for-length Z-score chart monitors changes in infant (0-2) weight patterns which might not be as easily tracked on standard growth charts. Z-scores are particularly useful to monitor small changes that have occurred over time, especially when growth concerns exist. (PDF, 755KB)
World Health Organisation (WHO)
WHO Z-Scores chart, weight for length (0-2 years) GIRLS

The WHO GIRLS weight-for-length Z-score chart monitors changes in infant (0-2) weight patterns which might not be as easily tracked on standard growth charts. Z-scores are particularly useful to monitor small changes that have occurred over time, especially when growth concerns exist. (PDF, 748KB)