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I think a vist with your pediatrician with both mom and dad may be the way to start. Both households need to be on board and understand the future health risks as well as how this is affecting the child now.
This could be a chance to explore what the barriers are that are getting in the way of healthy eating and activity.
Identifying the barriers (time, lack of resources, lack of awareness) and then brainstorming ways to overcome them could be the next step.View Thread

Cutting out the sugary drinks is definitely a great step to take. It is one of the top 4 things that make a difference for kids: zero (or almost zero) sugary drinks per day.
Sport drinks are just as bad from a sugar and calorie standpoint. They seem so healthy since athletes endorse them, but they really aren't any better to sip at snack or meal time.View Thread
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