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My 12 Year Old Daughter is Obese. How Can I Politely Tell Her We Are Going To Put Her On a Diet?

When I first asked this question, I was ready to have the painful "diet talk." But I soon realized I was about to make a permanent mistake that would damage her self-esteem forever. You absolutely should not talk to her about a diet. The word "diet" gives a young girl image issues that can stick for life. Instead, we completely shifted our focus to family health and fun. This helped her reach a normal, healthy weight quickly and naturally. We started cooking delicious meals the entire family genuinely enjoyed together. We eliminated junk and kept the house stocked with healthy, easy-to-grab snacks. The other key was movement. I started walking and bike riding with her because it was a fun family activity, not punishment. Enjoy your kids, stop focusing on the scale, and just be a mom/dad who models healthy behavior. #ParentingJourney #BodyPositivity #ChildHealth #MomLife #Puberty #Health #FamilyRelationships