Older Child: Curves
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Curves
Asked by B.S. from Philadelphia
on May 31, 2009
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I want to get in shape after not losing my baby weight. I'd like to lose over 20 pounds and get in shape. Has anyone had any experience with Curves? Any success storie...
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- I used to work at Curves. I really recommend it there, because it's a supportive atmosphere, plus you can work out in just half an hour! In my area, Curves is cheape...
- I had joined Curves several years ago and loved it. It was a quick workout. I liked the variety of machines - helped keep me interested and targeted different body p...
- I joined curves and never lost a pound it really built my muscles up but never lost. I joined the YMCA and went swimming and walking and lost 40 lbs. So i like the y ...
Chubby 9-Year Old
Asked by K.S. from Chicago
on April 3, 2010
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How can I help my overweight 9 year old daughter lose weight and still feel good about her body? She's already talking about how she doesn't look good in clothes, feel...
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- When I was 9 I started gaining weight and was a bit chubby too. It got better as I hit puberty in the next couple of years and helped everything lean out. I also playe...
- Lead by example. It's not fair if you kindly tell her to eat less when you eat more or suggest different food but you still eat the other food. I'm not saying you do t...
- First off "are you really hungry" "chubby" "choose healthy things to eat": those don't sound very helpful to me and how is a 9 year old suppose to know what is healthy...
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 ...
Health Clubs (Gyms)
Asked by M.C. from St. Louis
on February 1, 2007
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I would like to know if anyone belongs to "Curves". I have alot of weight that I would like to loose, but I wasn't sure if I sure join a gym with a more vigorous work...
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- I never joined curves. I am a member of the 24fitness gym on Zumbahl I also live in st charles. I do the pool aerobics which are great, but since I gave birth to my so...
- M., I know some people who have joined Curves and really like it because its low impact and NO MEN so we dont have to worry about looking good! LOL!! I am also a...
- I've been a Curves member for a couple of years now. I first joined to help me lose weight for my wedding. My son was born in September of last year and I'm starting...
6 Year Old - Sports
Asked by J.S. from Minneapolis
on September 20, 2011
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Hi everyone,
So - here is my latest question. How many of your young elementary aged kids play sports? How many of you do not have your kids in sports? Those of yo...
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- My kids have soccer in the fall, winter, and spring. Teeball in the spring into summer. Dance class once a week. And we do an after school gym program at a local gym...
- Yep. We USED to go 1 per season (school from 8am-4pm...meaning gone from 7-5) only left room for MAYBE 1 activity at a time. Now that we homeschool our options a...
- If a kid likes it, they will do it. If they don't like it, they will not want to go and do it. And it may be a battle to get them to go, each time. Then there is ...
10 Year Old with Scoliosis, Seeking Any Information
Asked by J.R. from Saginaw
on August 29, 2008
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My 10 year old daughter has scoliosis. Her curvature is at about 33 degrees, which is moderate. They consider 50 and above to be severe. We saw an orthopedic surgeon t...
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- I am now 33 and was diagnosed in the 7th grade with scoliosis. At that time my curvature was so slight I was advised to just do some exercise and watch my posture/fle...
- Our daughter (soon to be adopted) had a curvature of 60 degrees. We went to DeVos children's hospital with Dr. Matthew Hilinkski. He was WONDERFUL. She did have surg...
- My sister, cousin and I were all diagnosed with scoliosis around that age. My sister and I never wore a brace, I guess the doctor's didn't think it was quite bad enou...
6 Year Old Son Not Growing
Asked by C.S. from New York
on June 21, 2011
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Hi Mom - My son is 6, almost 7, years old. I'm concerned with his growth. He was born at 9 lbs, and as an infant was in the 90th+ percentile for height and weight. As ...
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- My son wore the same size shoe from 6-9. he was very thin but tall for his age. I was a bit worried but at 9 he finally went up one size. My 14 year old son on the ot...
- I was this way at just his age. I wore the same size clothes and shoes for nearly three years! My mom was just as worried as you are now, but now I am a healthy 5'6. O
- yes my son pretty much wears the same clothes for 2 years and shoes last a long time, too. No allergies for us though, fairly picky, and genics arent' on our side. ...
6 Year Old Thinks She Is Fat, HELP!!!!!
Asked by A.R. from Boston
on June 8, 2010
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Hi Ladies, Okay so I had written a while back about my 6 yr old and a possible weight issue that the dr had mentioned at her 6 yr old well visit. I was very concerned ...
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- That's so sad that the kids are being so mean! My heart breaks for your little girl. First of all, you should not worry if your 6-year old has a belly. My 8-soon-to...
- It is very sad that our media can do this to us. Kids are mean and sometimes do not realize how cruel they sound!! The doctor should have never even mentioned this i...
- this is why all parents should never talk about weight, their weight, their kids' weight (FAT or SKINNY) to their children. This will at least help other children to n...
Seeking Moms Who Love Their Post-baby Bodies for Magazine Article
Asked by K.W. from New York
on February 21, 2007
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Hi,
I'm working on an article about women who LOVE their post-baby bodies. Maybe you love the extra curves, maybe having a baby inspired you to get into better shap...
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- Hi my name is D., I just had my son in oct 2006, im slowly losing the weight, the pregnancy has been extremely hard I am a recovered bulimic of 2 years and to see your...
- I teach pre-post natal classes & am in great shape with an 18 month old...never was really in bad shape even though I gained 45 pounds for both of my pregnacy the weig...
- Hi K., I have a 4 month old & would have to say I'm extremely happy about my post-baby body! I'm 35, well I'll be 36 next week, and was terrified that I wouldn't...
Losing Weight
Asked by D.W. from St. Louis
on February 5, 2008
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I have tried everything under the sun and CANNOT loose weight. I have worked out everyday, HARD, and ate very small portions of food, skipping meals, etc. and did NOT...
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- As we get older it becomes harder to lose weight. If you are doing all that you say and still not seeing any results then maybe you should go for a medical check up. ...
- Isagenix Cleanse! Amazing stuff that will kick-start your weight loss. It conditions your body for optimal nutrient absorption. It helps reduce cravings for the junk ...
- Consider seeing your doctor, maybe there is something medical causing you to gain, like thyroid or something. Maybe your activities are keeping you from gaining more,...
