Growthling
In-depth reviewGrowthling is a free Progressive Web App for tracking baby growth. It allows parents to log their child's weight, length, and head circumference, visualizing these measurements on real WHO and CDC growth charts. Users can see percentiles and z-scores for every entry, and track multiple children.
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Why we recommend Growthling
Growthling stands out for its direct application of official WHO Child Growth Standards (0-5 years) and CDC infant growth charts (0-36 months), making it a reliable tool for parents. Users can track multiple children, invite partners or caregivers, and export growth chart images. The app offers fast data entry, even allowing import from spreadsheets. Its explicit focus on privacy, stating "We do not sell, rent or share your personal data," provides peace of mind. The ability to switch between WHO and CDC charts, as recommended by the CDC for children under 2 in the US, adds to its versatility and adherence to pediatric guidelines.
Best use cases
Best for: Parents and caregivers who want to meticulously track a baby's growth using officially recognized charts. Ideal for monitoring weight, length, and head circumference percentiles over time. It's also suitable for sharing growth data with partners or pediatricians, especially with the chart export feature. Families with multiple children can manage all their profiles within a single account.
Honest limitations
Growthling is designed solely for tracking growth measurements and is not intended for medical diagnosis. It does not provide medical advice or tell users if something is wrong with their child's growth. Users should always consult their pediatrician regarding any concerns. While it tracks physical measurements, it does not include features for tracking other developmental milestones beyond what's explicitly mentioned on the landing page.
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