Eating Disorders: Tween
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Eating Disorder
Asked by L.P. from Oklahoma City
on January 14, 2007
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Im 38 years old, i have had a eating disorder sense i was 13, my two boys also have it to, anyone with any info ??? Thank you,,,,
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- You are stronger than the disorder!!!! I suffer, still, from an eating disorder that began at 12 years old. I could never be skinny enough. A year ago I was still 100 ...
- First you are taking a huge step in admitting you have an eating disorder. There are several things that trigger eating disorders, so I suggest finding a doctor th...
- what kind of eating disorder do you have? what kind of indications do you have that your sons have it? have you ever sought counselling for your disorder? have you res...
How Do I Help My 10 Year Old Daughter Keep Her Good Self Esteem?
Asked by M.M. from San Antonio
on May 23, 2008
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I have a beautiful 10 year old daughter who will be in the 5th grade next year. My husband and I both struggle with weight issues and unfortunately our sweet girl has...
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- I was a cubby 5th grader once too . So I know swhe just wants to be like the other girls . But if I was her mom , I would suggest she get a tank-keny , which they are ...
- If you "know she would be teased or laughed at" then she is correct - you do think she is fat. She really can wear the same things as her tiny little friends - just no...
- Depending on how you want to go with this - here are two options: 1: Buy her a tank-ini. They are cute, and cover more, but still a 2 piece 2: Play the whole, "It ...
10 Year Old Violent
Asked by A.D. from Orlando
on April 15, 2009
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Hi to all the moms out there, im in dispair so im hoping you all can help me :( first let me say that over the last 6 months things have just gotten worse and im not s...
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- Hi A., I would like to suggest that you get help for her in the form of a counsellor. There may be something that she is trying to handle, but is not sure how to. For...
- It's not really clear what the issue is. Does she have these outbursts at meal time? Is it over food? Did she try to run away after an issue over food? Or is this ...
- Hey A., I've read through the responses and I agree with everyone about cutting some slack on the food issues. I would like to suggest a book I just read called "pa...
11 Year Old Daughter Worried About Weight
Asked by K.M. from Wichita
on April 15, 2008
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I have an 11 year old daughter who is trying to diet. She thinks she is fat, she is far from it. She had a couple of girls pick on her at school and now she doesn't ...
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- Implement healthy eating habits by maybe changing the menu at dinner time. Try to get the whole family involved in eating healthier but explain to her some of the con...
- Definitely keep an eye on her. While she's only 11 now, if the behavior continues and there's no intervention the situation could become serious, if not dire. Talk...
- Dear K., Since you are a single parent and your daughter is 11, she can plan meals to help out. She can go to the internet to food pyramid.gov or even send away for ...
Almost 14 Year Old DD Suffering from Migraines for First Time
Asked by S.P. from Billings
on October 24, 2008
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My DD who is almost 14 has developed migraines this week for the first time in her life. She has been out of school all week because of the migraines. She tends to get...
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- I had migraines when I was a child starting when I was 8 so I understand how horrible they can be! For me the real cause was stress at school, I would get so upset in...
- Just as some others have said, it could be food allergies. My dad has suffered with them all of his life, and in just the past few years they've gotten worse. My mom...
- I have "always" suffered with migraines. My best help for years was getting meds that would let me sleep and sleeping for a day or two until it wore off. They did c...
Book Recommendations for an 11 Year Old Girl
Asked by T.F. from Washington DC
on March 6, 2008
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I have a daughter who turned 11 years old in Nov. 2007. She's very mature & intelligent for her age. She asked me yesterday to take her shopping for some interesting...
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- Very interesting is also "The Birchbark house" and the second one in the series ("The great Silence?") by Earhardt (?). She also writes adult literature.
- Limmine snicke series there are 11 books My daughter loved them
- I remember when I was 11 I LOVED the books, "Are you there, God? It's me Margaret" and "The girl with the horn rimmed glasses."
How to Get a 12 Year Old to Eat Meat
Asked by R.B. from Buffalo
on September 6, 2008
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Hello, I have a 12 year old who will not eat meat. It is so bad that in years past he would cry and get himself all worked up over dinner time coming, and when we cou...
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- I have to tell you that everyone that told you to trick or force him into eating meat is incredibly wrong here. I have been a vegetarian since I was about 5 yrs old, t...
- My daughter has been a vegetarian since she was 13 and has been now for almost 3 years. This was a choice on her part because of her beliefs. If your son truly doesn't...
- Well R., Get yourself and him to Trader Joe's in Oceanside or Merrick and let him pick out some meatless protein choices. Never force a child to eat anything that do...
Should I Give My 10 Year Old a Choice About the Summer Program
Asked by B.C. from Joplin
on April 6, 2011
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Where we live summer school is not for if your child did not do well, it is basically offered as something fun to occupy the child's day, although they do still learn ...
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- Oh course I believe she should have a choice. My daughter went to the summer programs through the school for extras like drama, cooking, etc and LOVED them. ...
- What about sign her up for art classes? Or Theater classes? Something fun. Something different. Something, with less stress. Something that she may meet other k...
- I wouldn't make her go if she doesn't want to. Also-keep your eye on the running. I know a child who was diagnosed with anorexia at 8 and running was one of her thin...
Please Help! My 10 Year Old Refuses to Eat & Weighs 64 Pounds
Asked by C.N. from Davenport
on January 18, 2007
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My 10 year old daughter weighs 64 pounds and is 4'6. She has always been a picky eater and it has shown in her weight. She is very skinny and tall. I know this is m...
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- My youngest son tried this with me. I have involved my boys, a little, it's getting better over the years, in making decisions on what to have for dinner. I also let...
- Don't worry, our pediatrician told use that your child will eat what they want and what their body needs. I have a 15 1/2 year old that only weighs 90lbs. Keep making ...
- My 7 year old is exactly the same way. My husband and I do not see eye to eye on this. I was the same way when I was little and had food forced down my throat... gue...
Need Help Finding Dietician/fitness Programs for My 10 y.o. Aurora/Plainfield
Asked by M.S. from Chicago
on August 18, 2009
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Hi Moms! Once again I am on here asking for some advise. Here is the situation, I am new to the Aurora/Plainfield area. I am currently looking for a dietician or for...
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- HI! I am studying to be a Naturopath and I would be happy to lend my advise. I have a 10yr. old daughter too and your daughter can come over and "play" (excercise) wit...
- First I want to say That Edward health and fitness is wonderful for chilrens programs. The one off of rt 53 is a bit further but offers many, many classes at differen...
- I'm not sure about finding any of those I just wanted you to keep in mind that because she is still so young she isn't done growing. So whatever you do don't try to ma...
