{"id":135,"date":"2020-01-23T17:04:49","date_gmt":"2020-01-23T17:04:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.healthyhebrideankids.scot.nhs.uk\/?page_id=135"},"modified":"2024-09-23T11:32:04","modified_gmt":"2024-09-23T10:32:04","slug":"self-referral","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.healthyhebrideankids.scot.nhs.uk\/?page_id=135","title":{"rendered":"Child Weight"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Child Weight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

“<\/strong>We know that children who have a healthy weight for their height have better physical health. When our children eat and grow well they are also fitter, healthier and do better at school and play. To give them a head start we know it is easier to create healthy daily routines as early as possible. There are many ways parents and carers can support their children to be healthy. Small changes can make a big difference, such as short bursts of activity or play and eating a healthy balanced diet to support their development.” <\/em><\/strong>
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Karen France, NHS Western Isles Nutrition, Dietetic & Catering Services Manager<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n


How you can support your child <\/strong> <\/mark><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Be a Good Role Model<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

One of the most powerful ways to encourage your child to be active and eat well is to do this yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good Sleep<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Good sleep is important for your child\u2019s physical and mental wellbeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Healthy Portion Sizes<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

A good rule of thumb is to start meals with small servings and then let your child ask for more if they\u2019re still hungry once finished.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prepare Healthy Meals and Snacks<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Involve the whole family with small changes to achieve a healthy, balanced diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Encourage Physical Activity<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Any kinds of physical activity count, whether it\u2019s going for a walk or cycle, playing in the park or indoors, being active is fun and good for health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reduce Screen Time<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Try and limit the amount of time your child has access to screen time. This includes watching TV, playing games consoles and using smartphones & tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Parent Club website has some fantastic information on all these topics <\/strong><\/mark><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Parent Club Sleep: https:\/\/www.parentclub.scot\/topics\/sleep<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eatwell guide The Eatwell Guide – NHS (www.nhs.uk)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parent club recipes https:\/\/www.parentclub.scot\/recipes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parent Club activities and Play https:\/\/www.parentclub.scot\/topics\/activities-play<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parent club food and eating  https:\/\/www.parentclub.scot\/topics\/food-eating<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parent Club meal planner https:\/\/www.parentclub.scot\/mealplanner<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Measuring your child\u2019s weight <\/strong><\/mark><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Children grow quickly and their body shape changes over time, so it can be hard to know if you should be getting help for your child\u2019s weight. An easy online tool to use is the\u00a0NHS BMI (Body Mass Index) Calculator<\/a>\u00a0to help check if your child\u2019s weight is outside a healthy range. If you need help to find out your child\u2019s height and weight you can also discuss this with your child\u2019s GP, Health Visitor or School Nurse.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

For information about talking to your child about their weight,\u00a0view <\/strong>\u2018Talking to Your Child about Weight \u2013 a guide for parents and caregivers of children aged 4-11 years old.\u2019<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Support for Families<\/strong><\/mark><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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We can offer some support to families to help their child get the best possible start in life, we offer a range of HENRY workshops and 8 week programmes (insert flyer?)  If you would like more information or to register your interest in future programmes please email wi.henry@nhs.scot<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n