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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I am of the opinion that dcum parents are way, way to concerned about “triggering” this or that and believe far too much in the importance of modeling without saying anything. Your kid has your genes. Just be honest. Do research together on how much exercise is necessary for general health. Be honest about your failures and struggles. Make plans, support each other. If eating is an issue, be honest about that and visit a nutritionist together.

I’ve always struggled with my weight. There’s a very good chance my kids will too. What I can tell you I will NOT do is pretend that it’s shameful or a secret or something that has been “triggered” by someone saying the wrong thing. I don’t approach doing math homework that way or anything else. It’s just another part of the work of being alive and it’s harder for some people than others. People don’t try to “model” their kids out of ADHD without saying anything lest they “trigger” it. [/quote]

Oh PS I forgot to add, I would require a sport or an after school workout 3x/week. There’s always a sport available and if not you can help her get access to the school gym or set up at home and there are oodles of video programs available. Or classes at a gym, whatever, depending on her age and autonomy. It’s not bad to just require it and explain why. [/quote]

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