My child is in the 55th percentile for height, but off the charts (over 100th percentile) for weight. My pediatrician said not to worry about her weight – but I do?
No, the recommendations of your pediatrician come first. However, most children today will not lose that “baby fat” unless they change their lifestyle! Start by having healthier foods around the house – it will be good for all of you. Get rid of high fat, sugary foods, and bring in more fruits and vegetables, lower fat puddings and BeneFit bars. Kids love these! If you cut up fruits for snacks, or have grapes sitting out within easy reach – they’ll eat them. Shut off the computer and get the TV out of their bedroom. Take a fast walk with them each evening after dinner. Cut out sodas and no supersizing on fast foods! You’ll see that weight start to drop just by following these simple ideas. Because children have special dietary needs, they should not rely solely on HMR foods for their nutritional needs without supervision by a physician.
