Includes bibliographical references (p. 51).

Introduction -- Is my child overweight? -- Body mass index -- What is normal growth? -- Why is my child overweight? -- Environmental factors -- Emotional factors -- What can I do and where can I start? -- Your attitude makes a difference -- Talk with your child -- Set realistic goals -- Take the family lifestyle quiz -- Make family-centered changes -- Prepare healthier foods -- Plan and prepare meals together -- Schedule regular mealtimes -- Eat meals together -- Make mealtime pleasant -- Avoid the clean plate club -- Don't use food to punish or reward -- Enjoy physical activities together -- Snacking -- Plan for snacks -- Shape portion sizes to individual needs -- Eat only in designated areas of the house -- Store food out of sight -- Reading food labels -- Nutritional needs of growing children -- Eat less fat and less trans fat -- Eat less sugar and drink fewer sugary beverages -- Eat more whole grains and fiber -- Sample menus -- Special situations -- Parties and holidays -- Time with relatives -- School lunches -- Eating out -- Weight management programs -- Health care professionals and resources -- Cookbooks -- Books for parents -- Web sites.