- Leigh-Anne, Lilly-Anne’s mom.
In children with achondroplasia, growth is measured in many ways. Height, weight, and size of head are some measurements that a care team may track.
Your child's doctor may use a growth chart to compare some or all of these measurements to average expected growth for children with the condition. Your doctor may use these as an indicator of your child's well-being.
Achondroplasia can affect how your child interacts with the world. They may have trouble reaching high places, using the toilet on their own, and joining in sports or active play.
It is common for children with achondroplasia to have delays in learning how to sit up, crawl, and walk.
Early interventions and support from the healthcare team, including physical therapy, can help your child build strength, mobility, and balance.
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