The importance of monitoring the growth of young children has never been more acute. The prevalence of childhood obesity and the government‟s commitment to halt its rising levels by 2010 has thrust health and childcare professions into the frontline of the battle to halt this epidemic. Equally, it is important to identify the early signs of poor nutrition and inadequate growth.
Further Reading
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originally published on the Early Years Alliance Family Corner blog From Lucy Upton and Gill Harris
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originally published on the Early Years Alliance Family Corner blog
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By Melanie Pilcher and Dr. Gillian Harris Establishing bedtime routines for toddlers and young children