Murdoch Childrens researcher Dr Matt Sabin has released a new
book to help parents combat childhood obesity.
Is your child overweight? gives parents a practical guide on
issues concerning their child's weight.
The content is based on over 10 years experience in the clinical
management of overweight children, and includes tips on how to
identify excessive weight gain at a young age and what to do about
it.
The number of obese children has doubled since the 1980s, with
approximately a quarter of all Australian children now being either
overweight or obese.
"This book aims to answer some of the difficult questions
parents face when it comes to their child's weight," Matt said.
"It's about helping parents identify when there's a problem and
giving them the tools they need to take action."
Matt leads research into childhood obesity at Murdoch Childrens
and is a paediatrician at The Royal Children's Hospital.
Is your child overweight? is available at most bookstores
including the Child Health and Safety Resource Centre Bookshop at
The Royal Children's Hospital. It can also be purchased online at
www.wilkinsonpublishing.com.au