How do I get my son to lose a little weight and understand that he's gaining too much weight?
I know I probably sound like an evil mother, but I'm really concerned about my 11y/o's weight gain. He's slowly put on the weight over the last year and everybody that sees him has commented on how chubby/fat he's gotten. He's developed rolls on his belly and his skin is starting to dimple from the fat. I don't want to hurt his feelings or have him become self conscious but how do I discuss this with him? He's always had a hearty appetite since he was a toddler, but he was never even "chubby" til now. We also rarely have junk food in the house, rarely eat or order out, so idk why he's gaining the weight. Any advice appreciated!
Posted: 08/10/2014 by a BabyCenter Member
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2 thoughts: 1. Some kids chunk up at the start of adolescence, then shoot up like a beanstalk! So it might just be a funky growth pattern; talk with his grandmas to see if anyone else in the family did this. 2. Gaining weight isn't just about What you are eating, but also How Much and How Active you are. If he's been moving less over the past year, as kids tend to do when they get older, then his hearty appetite is overloading him with calories. Encouraging him to choose a sport or activity like hiking might help bring him back into balance.posted 08/20/2014 by a BabyCenter Member
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