From Carla, Age 42 - 07/04/02 - IP#: 66.188.231.xxx  Click here to reply  
I am not quite sure what to do with my daughter. you kids are her age so maybe you can help. She is 13 and about 5 foot 6. And today she weighed herself and she weighs about 180. Last month she weighed 175. I guess she gained some weight. But is this a little or a lot overweight? I dont' want to say anything to her since i might be wrong. Or should i take her to the doctor? She doesn't like going to the doctor. She hates it. But i may be able to get her to go if it is something i should do. She does have a bit of a stomach. She has about a 38 inch waist and wears a size 16. Can someone please help me out?
Reply from candy, Age 14 - 07/10/02  - IP#: 202.156.2.xxx
HELP HER!!! you cook low fat or non fat alternatives. which means grill. dun fry. broil. dun oil. get it? and its good if you guys can have family outings to the park. DUN TAKE THE CAR!!! cycle there and back! get a dog, and make it HER chore to walk the dog, exercise!! and also, sign her up for school lunches and makes sure she gets the healthiest type possible. good luck! if you need help, luv_Candy88@hotmail.com
 
Reply from Rose, Age 16 - 07/10/02  - IP#: 65.71.34.xxx
I am 16 years old and I weight about 200lbs 5'6,I am over weight,but I dont feel fat.I learn to accept myself.To tell you the truth don't put your daughter down about her weight, instead take her out for a walk or something.If you help her she'll have more motivation and someone to be with her each step of the way.Good luck
 
Reply from Brian, Age 16 - 07/06/02  - IP#: 67.225.135.xxx
If she seems happy the way she is, let her be, but dont over do it (dont feed her too much). PLus people should be going to docters all the time for check ups at least once a year
 
Reply from Smiley, Age 15 - 07/05/02  - IP#: 202.182.64.xxx
She does seem a little overweight, but remember her body will be developing about now. Just watch what she eats, and don't buy too many sweets. And make sure she exercises 30 min at least 4 times a week. Goodluck :)