How To Help Overweight Children?
Be Supportive. Let them know that they are okay whatever their weight. Children's feelings about themselves are often based on their parents' feelings about them. If you accept your children at any weight, they will be more likely to accept and feel good about themselves. Talk to your children about weight and allow them to share their concerns with you. Your child probably knows better than anyone else that he or she has a weight problem. For this reason, overweight children need support, acceptance, and encouragement from their parents. Focus on the Family. Parents should try not to set children apart because of their weight but focus on gradually changing your family's physical activity and eating habits. The family involvement helps to teach everyone healthful habits and does not single out the overweight child. Increase Your Family's Physical Activity. Regular physical activity combined with healthy eating h