"Current child obesity guidelines remain silent on how parents should talk to their children about limiting food intake," says lead author Megan Pesch, M.D., a developmental and behavioral pediatrician at Mott. "There is some conflicting advice on the best approach. read more
Obese children should be treated individually, as all children should be. If a child is obese, they will be specially checked for their weight, nutrition and intake, exercise regimen, and indication of other health problems. read more
My son referred to his stepfather as "dad" last night and I wanted to cry. I told him that I’m his daddy and his stepfather is Matthew. read more
Obese children and adolescents with significant comorbidities and those with severe obesity may be immediately enrolled in a more-advanced stage of treatment if such services are readily available and if the child demonstrates appropriate motivation and readiness to change. read more