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How can I talk to my child about his weight?

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How can I talk to my child about his weight?

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When talking to your child about weight, it's important to choose the right time and emphasize good health, not looks. Pediatrician and childhood obesity expert Joanna Dolgoff, MD, discusses how family support and small changes make a big impact.

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