As parents, we often find ourselves marvelling at how quickly our children grow. From the first moments of infancy to the tumultuous tween years, growth is a constant companion in their journey towards adulthood. One of the most noticeable phases in this process is the growth spurt, where children seem to shoot up overnight, leaving us scrambling to adjust – but how can we anticipate these spurts before they hit?
How to spot the onset of a growth spurt in your child
People tell you lots of things when you are pregnant. They offer a ton of well-meaning advice and hints and tips. One of the things no one ever mentioned to me was what happens when your children are having a growth spurt. Here’s what I’ve learnt along the way.
Growth spurts
I have always known when one of the children is having a growth spurt as their appetites appear to increase ten-fold. During these periods it seems hard to fill them up. In general, these growth spurts tend to last about three days, but they have been known to last about a week at a time. […]