From Charles, Child's Age 16 - 03/17/05 - IP#: 208.57.95.xxx  Click here to reply  
My daughter, as with her three siblings, is beyond chunky but eats wisely - no soda or fast foods. We've not made a big deal over her size since both her Mom and I are also bigger. We deal with weight in the context of our total lives - and it works! She is active in school affairs, gets dates, has good grades and is living an essentially balanced life. Might I suggest that this is a constructive approach others might find useful with their larger than normal teens rather thsn focusing soely on weight loss?
Reply from Lola, Child's Age 16 - 03/31/05  - IP#: 24.5.164.xxx
I think what you do with your daughter is wonderful. However, may I remind you that even if she is getting dates and good grades that there are still many health risks that come along with obesity