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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]It's clear from your posts that nothing we say will convince you to let go of your obsession with your daughter's weight and food intake.

You can't control your daughter's every move and every bite. [/quote]

I am just trying to make sure I fully understand the recommendations. I am not challenging what is being said. Maybe that gets lost in a couple sentences on a chat board.[/quote]

DP.

I applaud your desire to seek help, but perhaps you need to seek it from a professional(perhaps a therapist who specializes in eating disorders - for yourself, not for your daughter?) It seems that you are overly concerned about her weight and eating habits.

Most people know that their children binge candies at events just as children sleep way past their bedtimes at sleepovers. They are ok with this as long as it does not happen everyday. Maybe a professional can help you reset and find your bearings when food issues are concerned.[/quote]

I am only concerned because our pediatrician has told us she is considered obese and said she is at an important age for helping her develop healthy habits that can last a lifetime. I am not projecting any of my own issues onto her, I am merely trying to set her up for success, which is why I came here to ask for advice on how to guide her in a way that won’t be destructive. We don’t want to shame, control or restrict her, but don’t want her to end up in an unhealthy situation because we just stood by idly watching. I have several friends who said being the fat kid in middle school was absolutely miserable, so if we can help her avoid that fate in a way that won’t hurt her, why would we not?

But I do think a therapist or nutritionist could be a good idea, so thanks for that suggestion.[/quote]

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