If your child is overweight, he is probably already disappointed in himself. He needs his family to support him and accept him as he is. A child's self-esteem can be reduced or destroyed by parents who become overconcerned about their child's weight. Don't discuss his weight unless he brings it up. Never try to put your child on a strict diet.
Diets are unpleasant.
Dieting should be your child's decision. Never deprive your child of food if he says he is hungry. Not letting a child eat eventually leads to overeating. Don't nag your child about his weight or eating habits. Setting weight-loss goals Pick a realistic target weight dependent on your child's bone structure and degree of obesity.