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DO’s:

• Be positive
• Set a good example.
• Get them to agree on a plan
• Be encouraging about new changes
• Teach kids to like themselves for who they are
• Compliment their efforts
• Talk to them about being active
• Be more active
• Be realistic. Have a treat once in a while.
• Teach your kids about good nutrition.
• Start teaching good habits early.

Dont’s:

• Don’t single out a family member who may be overweight.
• Don’t nag them about eating.
• Don’t impose rules.
• Don’t criticize bad habits.
• Don’t compare kids to someone else
• Don’t focus on mistakes
• Don’t put kids on a diet
• Don’t sit in front of the TV all day.
• Don’t restrict your child’s diet too much or your efforts may backfire.
• Don’t let them get their information from commercials on TV.
• Don’t give up on your teenager.

Making a few positive changes will have a HUGE impact on your child’s nutrition and physical activity habits. Talk to your child’s pediatrician for more helpful suggestions if you have real concerns.
You CAN do it!