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Growing Pains in Children: What Parents Should Know

Growing pains are a common cause of leg pain in children, but they’re often misunderstood. They usually affect both legs — calves, shins, or thighs — and appear in the evening or at night. By morning, children are typically pain-free.

The exact cause isn’t fully known, but factors like muscle fatigue, low vitamin D, or stress may contribute. Growing pains are harmless and often improve with gentle massage, stretching, warmth, and reassurance.

Watch for red flags: pain in one leg, swelling, limping, or persistent daytime pain — these may indicate a more serious condition and need medical assessment.

For a clear explanation and practical tips to help your child, watch and share my latest video Growing Pains Explained: What Parents Need to Know