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chriscummings63
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Hi all, I'm new to the boards (I've participated in myfitnesspal for about 6 months, off and on...mostly off). I'm trying to ramp up my participation in earnest. I have 3 children, a 21 year old who is overweight, a 12 year old who is not, and an almost 10 year old who is also struggling. He has an account here as well, and if any of your younger kids do as well, perhaps they can "friend" one another? I had looked for a group for pre-teens but didn't locate one. Looking forward to participating in this group!
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Chris
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Hello! I'm the one who created this group. It's PAINFUL to see your kids go down the same path. I was "overweight" in kindergarten. The last thing I want is for my child to struggle the same issues - yet here we are!
My son is logged in here, too. His name is Richard or Rick and his user ID is rick1122
I'm "running" his account, but he is fully capable and able to run it himself. Maybe having a "friend" here would help with that.
SO GLAD YOU POSTED! I hope our children can hook up, and us too!
Sincerely - Kristy in Dayton Ohio0 -
Hi! My sons screen name is xmanxander. And his name is Xander (for Alexander). He is 9 and would really enjoy going thru this with someone besides me! I was overweight as a teen, lost weight as a young adult, and then gained it again in my late 20's. my husband is not heavy. Typical. Thanks for the response!0
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I sent the request. I typed what I hoped he would say. I work 4 am to Noon and go home and home-school my son. My husband, son & daughter are on different schedules. I hope this will encourage my son to participate more in being healthier. He's very active on Facebook. If you (and/or) your son are on Facebook, we could hook up there, too! We're in Dayton Ohio - just one state NORTH!
I was 'overweight' in kindergarten and have fought this my entire life. I had gastric bypass in December 2002 and was 351 pounds then. I lost 120 pounds and got down to 229. But gained 60 back. I started my journey here 12/18/11 at 289. I'm down to 252.
My son started gaining weight in 2nd grade and has struggled more and more each year. Some days he's sure he's doing better, and other days - not so much. This will be a journey and I would think having someone who understands and is his age - will help!
I hope to keep in touch !!!0 -
My kids do a MFP sort of thing but they´re doing theirs in Danish so they can see the "right" food. I like MFP better as I use my phone AND am having more luck on here. I find it more motivation with the different groups and so on!
But hope having MFP friends will help your children! Mine are helping each other and me! :happy:0
