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Pediatrics
Pediatric BMI Calculator
Calculates BMI for children and teens aged 2–19 from weight and height. Use it during well-child visits or growth monitoring as a starting point — the result must be plotted on a CDC/WHO BMI-for-age percentile chart for interpretation.
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Pediatrics
Pediatric Caloric Needs Calculator
Estimates a child's total daily calorie needs based on weight, age, and physical activity level. Used by parents, dietitians, and pediatricians to guide nutrition planning and assess feeding adequacy.
Fill in the required fields to see your result.
Key differences
| Pediatric BMI Calculator | Pediatric Caloric Needs Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Pediatrics | Pediatrics |
| Inputs required | 2 | 3 |
| Result | BMI (kg/m²) | Daily Calories (kcal/day) |
| What it does | Calculates BMI for children and teens aged 2–19 from weight and height. Use it during well-child visits or growth monitoring as a starting point — the result must be plotted on a CDC/WHO BMI-for-age percentile chart for interpretation. | Estimates a child's total daily calorie needs based on weight, age, and physical activity level. Used by parents, dietitians, and pediatricians to guide nutrition planning and assess feeding adequacy. |