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    My child complains of leg pain at night. 👶 Are growing pains real and when should we worry?

    Growing pains in children: what parents should know

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    Common age 🎂 Usually ages 3–12
    Timing 🌙 Often evening or night
    Location 🦵 Both legs, muscles not joints
    Reassurance ✅ Massage and warmth help
    • Pain in one leg only
    • Swelling or limping
    • Morning pain or fever

    How did your pediatrician help reassure you? 🩺

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