doing this if you
haven’t already.
Once you start make
it a habit and watch
the growth of your
family emotionally,
mentally and
spiritually while
you observe them
physically change
for the better.
● Learning to praise your children for accomplishments and be careful
with criticism.
Praise specific
things your child
does well instead of
just saying "good
job" to everything.
Instead of "great
report card!", say
"I know how hard you
worked to improve
your spelling grade
this time, and I'm
so proud of you!"
Never criticize
physical appearance
unless it is
something that is
easily changed (food
between the teeth,
etc.). Criticism of
anyone's weight is
NOT a motivator to
change, and in fact,
may cause an
obsession with
weight later on.
● Determining your
child’s special
interests and
encourage them.
Self-confidence and
self-esteem are
improved when you
know that you have
more knowledge or
skill about
something than the
average person. What
kinds of TV shows or
movies does your
child prefer? What
kind of books
interest them? Who
are their hero’s?
Make sure your child
knows what makes
him/her special.
And, most important,
teach them how to
look for the special
qualities about
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● Help your child
with making friends.
Many overweight
children have
difficulty making
friends, because
other children tease
or ignore them. Plan
a family activity
such as miniature
golf, ice-skating,
sledding, etc. and
invite another child
to come along.
Encourage your child
to invite someone
with common
interests (a child
who plays the same
musical instrument,
sport, or other
activity), or a
child who may not
have a lot of
friends due to
shyness. One-on-one
relationships are
easier than trying
to break into a
group.
● Developing good
table manners.
Teaching table
manner early in life
are far easier to do
than later.
Developing good
conversational
skills. Practice
discussing different
subjects at the
dinner table, and
teach your children
how to respond to a
question, then ask a
question to keep the
conversation moving.
Teach them that the
best way to be a
good
conversationalist is
to be genuinely
interested in other
people.
We hope these simple steps toward a healthier
lifestyle assist you in winning the fight against
childhood obesity. If you have any questions
you may email us at
info@youngslimkids.org.
We are here to help you in the fight to save
our children.
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Article of the Week
and remember:
“The more you know,
the more you can help your kids.”
Obesity In Children
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rising at an alarming rate, we truly need your
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