Anyone have Chubby Children and are concerned 4 them as well

Jackie218

Thanks everyone who responded i sincerely appreicate all ur kinds words and support!!! Realizing the issue is the first step and im glad i did.. Now that shes still young i hope that i can guide her down the right path to a healthy life before it becomes a serious issue!! And to all the moms struggling with their kids with other health issues my heart goes out to you! I wish u all the best! As mothers it can be really difficult dealing with ur own battles as well as our childrens and people dont give us enough credit for ALL WE DO!! Xo :flowerforyou:

martinah4

Personally, I had a mom that was really strict about what she ate but gave my brother and I tons of junk. I think because she was limiting herself and kind of living vicariously though us. We were really active as kids but after college when I got a job and sat all day is when my weight problem really took off. So you really don't want to over feed kids junk because those taste habits are really hard to break (as we all know.)

On the other hand, totally limiting can also be a bad idea. Kids want what they can't have so they will gobble down tons of junk when they can get it, giving themselves a habit of over indulging on the junk.

You know your kids best and how much they should be given treats. If you have questions ask his doctor. Kids tend to gain weight before a period of growth so if she looks like she is getting chubby all of a sudden it may be that she is getting ready to out grown all her clothes and shoes.

Right, you really just need to find a balance. If you completely ban the junk, it then becomes the "forbidden" fruit, and create a bad relationship with food. I'm proud to say that I've popped in and surprised my kids on hot meal lunch day at school, and caught them eating salads and fruit with their entree! Making healthy choices!

Jackie218

Iv got a 4month old son and I want to get myself into a good routine with healthy choices and exercise so he follows my example.

amen to that!!!!!

Jackie218

I think you're so awesome Jackie! I wish my parents had realized what you realize now. She's still a baby and I'm sure that you will teach her good eating and fitness habits to last a life time.

Try not to be hard on yourself, you've come a long way and every day we learn something new!

thankyou soo much!!!!!!!!! its very difficult and i dont wanna be at fault later on in her life, its time for a change