Baby Weight Percentile Calculator: Compare Your Child's Weight with Peers
Check Baby Weight Percentile Accurately
The Baby Weight Percentile Calculator uses the 2017 Korean Growth Charts to compare your child's weight with peers of the same gender and age, displaying the result as a percentile. It supports ages from newborn to 18 years old and provides objective assessment of weight development.
Understanding Weight Percentile
Percentile indicates where your child stands when compared to 100 children of the same gender and age, arranged in order by weight. For example, 50th percentile means average level, and 75th percentile means your child weighs more than 75 out of 100 peers.
Generally, 3rd to 97th percentile is considered normal range. Below 3rd percentile may indicate underweight, while above 97th percentile may suggest overweight.
Importance of Baby Weight Management
Proper weight management during infancy is crucial for healthy development. Underweight may be related to nutritional deficiency, weakened immunity, or developmental delays. Overweight can lead to childhood obesity and increase the risk of adult obesity and metabolic diseases.
Regular weight measurements and tracking the growth curve is recommended. If there are sudden weight changes or the percentile falls outside the normal range, consult a pediatrician.