Use WHO if I’m under 2 years old.

  • Monitor my weight and weight-for-length
  • For weight-for-length
    • I’m at high risk if I cross 2 major percentiles within the first 6 months
    • I’m overweight if I’m at or above the 98th percentile

Use CDC if I’m over 2 years old.

  • Monitor my weight and BMI (Body Mass Index, kg/m2)
  • For BMI
    • I’m overweight if my BMI is between 85th and 95th percentile
    • I’m obese if my BMI is at or above the 95th percentile
  • Screen for early adiposity rebound
    • Early adiposity rebound is defined as an increase in BMI (adiposity) before age 4-6 years
    • Read more about early adiposity rebound (link)

Find age-specific growth charts below: