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[quote=Anonymous]OP, your stepdaughter probably isn't weight restored yet.  Just getting back the weight she lost and regaining periods might not be enough weight.   And, as she is only 13 (I think) her weight should be more than it was when she started losing because she should be gaining as she grows older.   For young teens, regaining weight is super challenging as you are chasing puberty.

If you haven't already, do check out the discussion threads at Around The Dinner Table:   http://www.aroundthedinnertable.org/?forum=136439#gsc.tab=0

In particular the discussions of establishing target weight:

https://www.aroundthedinnertable.org/post/target-weight-9312250#gsc.tab=0

Some good links in the discussion.   Basically it is mental state, not weight that indicates the child has gained enough weight.   Your stepdaughter doesn't sound like she's there yet and may well need another 8 pounds or more.  Keep refeeding until her mental state gets back to normal, and remember for each inch she grows she will need more pounds on her.

I am so sorry for all your are going through.   I'VE BEEN THERE!   Those of us who have been through it are very sensitive when we hear what sounds like the beginnings of anorexia because we want to spare others the hell that recovery is.   Truly the earlier you start the better.

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