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My dad is 5'3 ft and mom is 5flat. i'm 4'11ft since i'm 12yrs old and i'm 16 now. will i still grow taller? any suggestions please?

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Listen to your body: If you have been menstruating to at least 2 years it is not likely that you will grow physically taller. You are from a small family so enjoy being petite. The heights of your character, goodness, and contribution to the world have no limits.

Answered 11/28/2017

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Unlikely: The expected final height of a woman is the average of her parents less 2-3 inches. This puts you right in the expected range. If you have not grown taller in 4 years, it is unlikely to happen. You cold have your wrist/hand x-rayed to look at the growth centers. If they are closed you are done. I wouldn't bother, since the other factors are so definite.

Answered 9/3/2017

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