How To Talk To Kids About Weight Loss?! (7 steps) | Ep 52

The 7 steps to talking with kids about weight loss without making them feel bad or uncomfortable! -Talking about weight loss is NOT the first step; we need to start with a good, healthy foundation so the child doesn't feel under attack. -To begin with, stop being the food police and take a few steps back from being in charge of everything. -This will lead to the second step of helping your child open up to you and feel more comfortable talking with you about the things that are bothering them. -It's important to make sure your child understands that this isn't about them and that this is a family change, your goal is to start implementing some changes as a family that all of them can stick to (for at least 6 weeks). -A fourth step is to educate your family (not just the struggling child) without making them feel uncomfortable about their bed decision. -Talk to your child about how they feel about their weight (if they are under 6 years old, you do not need to do this because they generally do not see it as something different). -The most important thing you can do for your child is to let them know they are not alone, and that you have struggled with many of the same issues yourself. Let yourself be vulnerable and open up (your relationship will reach a whole new level). -The last thing you should do is talk with your child about where they are at the moment and what our goals are as a family (just make sure you set long-term goals rather than weight loss goals, as weight loss will come when the right habits become ingrained in their lives). A good talk is not about what you say, but more about what you ask. They should talk 80% of the time, not you. _______________________________________________________ You are not alone!!! join our FREE Facebook support group now: https://www.facebook.com/groups/OverweightKids/