WHO Multicentre Growth Reference Study

The WHO Multicentre Growth Reference Study was an international research effort to establish standard patterns of healthy child growth. Conducted across several countries, it collected detailed data on breastfed children from diverse populations, representing optimal growth under ideal conditions. The goal was to create reliable growth charts reflecting how healthy children around the world should grow, regardless of ethnicity or location. These reference standards help healthcare professionals monitor what is typical for healthy child development, enabling early detection of growth issues and promoting better nutritional and health practices.