Tween: Curves
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Curves Work for You?
Asked by T.M. from Dayton
on November 17, 2008
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I've once again decided it's time to do something about my weight. I used to be thin and trim without trying, was very active in sports, aerobics, etc. Then kids came....
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- I have 2 small girls and like you, I was always small w/o any effort. Then I had 2 c-sections in 3 years and voila...insta-pounds! I have done Weight Watchers in the p...
- Try spark people its free sight and you have all the plans for exercising .. and oh did I mention its free!
- Hi T., I didn't really like the way Curves was set up and it didn't seem like a really good fat burning workout. I prefer to work out at home. I do The Firm (love it-...
Body Image and My 11 Year Old Girl
Asked by K.D. from Boston
on March 22, 2012
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Hello! Havent been here in awhille and its good to be back! Well my question is... How do you make and 11 year old girl feel more confidant with her body? My daughter ...
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- Let her talk to you about it whenever she wants to. Don't invalidate her feelings or talk her out of them. Let her feel them. They are normal. Be a good listener. ...
- I am going through the same thing with my 10-year-old, who isn't even big and her belly isn't that big either. Besides letting her know how beautiful she is, it has...
- I am in the same boat with my 12yr old grangirl that is my DD for all intents & purposes, she has been with us since 2 mts., this was something new to me as my 4 DD's ...
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 ...
Seeking Mom's Advice on Dieting for a 14 Year Old.
Asked by L.S. from Charleston
on April 3, 2007
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My daughter is 14 and her weight is 175pds .She is so depressed about her weight but i have no idea on how to help her lose the weight..anyone one that has any ideas o...
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- Hi L., First of all, I would start (like other moms said here) with not buying junk food, and not cooking with too much fat. Basically, no french fries, no chip pot...
- Hey L., I am a school nurse and I can tell you that since your daughter is only 14, her doctor would appreciate regulating her diet more than you. Not that you would...
- Make it a family goal, and not just something that your daughter does. Eating healthy and staying active benefits everyone, including those who are not overweight. Y...
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...
13 Year Old Diagnosed with Pcos (Polysistic Ovary Syndrom)
Asked by T.T. from La Crosse
on February 27, 2007
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MY 13 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WAS DIAGNOSED WITH PCOS. I HAD NOT HEARD OF THIS BEFORE. I (WE) HAVE RESEARCHED ONLINE THE SYMPTOMS AND TREATMENTS,AND HAVE GAINED TREMENDOUS I...
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- Hello! I had PCOS when I was younger. I was born with a 13 inch in diamater ovarian cyst. I had surgery immediatly to remove it, and I've had issues every since. ...
- Hi I don't know anything about PCOS, so I am sorry I am not going to be very much aide in that department. However, you did say that she shaves part of her face, wh...
- Have you seen a nutritionist? PCOS runs in my family, although with much milder symptoms than your daughter has. They all start out skinny, but plump up later on. A ...
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,...
Might Be Moving to Leola-help!
Asked by T.M. from Lancaster
on August 10, 2008
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Hi all-I am a stay at home mom to a 4 year old daughter and 2 year old son.We currently live on Long Island but am researching a new home development in Bareville but ...
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- Hi! I would agree Universal would be your closest and best bet for a fitness center. I grew up in Leola and it's much more rural than Long Island and you will probabl...
- Hi T.! Welcome to Lancaster County! It is a great place to live. I think you will love living in Leola. Bareville is just a tiny area in Leola. I hope you did not purc...
- Hi T., I live in the neighboring of Ephrata and the Rec Center there a fitness center that offers classes, childcare, preschool, swim lessons for kids (and adults), ...
Self-conscious Behavior in 11 Yo Girl
Asked by S.D. from St. Louis
on December 16, 2011
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I have a very lovely daughter. She very tall and looks much older than 11. She's always been a tomboy and is very into sports. She's been developing for a while , ...
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- The best way to redirect a bad/nervous habit like that, is to teach her other things to do with her hands when she is feeling self conscious.
- have her wear a undershirt tank top that will secure everything as she tends to pull the outter shirt. my daughter has nervous habits too......it drives me crazy. I ...
- My daughter (11 in a couple of weeks) does something similar to hide her chest. She doesn't pull at her shirt, but she walks around with her arms crossed (which makes...
Larger Size Tween Girl
Asked by L.H. from Orlando
on March 9, 2008
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Hi everyone. I have a 9 year old daughter who is a little overwieght for her age. She is tall for her age and has a large frame. She constantly gets upset over her wei...
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- Hi L., Reading your entry I realized I could have written it myself. I, too, have a 9-year-old who is slightly over-weight. Like you, we are stressing health and ...
- L., Why don't you and her join a yoga class together. Or take walks together after dinner. This will not only give you both time together and enhance your relations...
- Hi L., You say you tell your daughter to make healthy choices , but do you buy healthy food? Make sure you don't bring junk food into the house, as you are the one wh...
