Is my kid right?

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My daughter is very self conscious about her size. She does sports and is very active. She is a 5'2 8th grader weighing 112. I just need to know if she is overreacting or if maybe we should watch it. I'm not the kind of mother that thinks my child is fat, but I think that if she is being bullied for it I can end it somehow. Are there any doctors on this site that have some words of wisdom for a struggling mother?  Please comment

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I cannot stress enough how you should keep an eye on her, I wish my parents did. they saw and heard but they didn't do anything but turn a blind eye.

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I’m 140 and 5’2 but I’m very active and healthy. I’m 15 though, I don’t think 112 is a bad weight but make sure she’s eating all her meals and try talking with her but don’t pressure her into telling you anything. Ask her how school is and how her friends are, if she doesn’t respond or gives a one word answer she’s probably upset over something so try getting closer to her gradually.

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My sister started being worried about her size around that age. I wish my mom would have paid closer attention. It’s too easy for them to get ahold of dieting and wait loss pills (our dollar generals sell them off the shelf), and my sister was eating a pack a day.. not saying she will go this route but I know so many who have. Pay attention to her for any changes, and talk to her about how she’s feeling. Her BMI is perfectly healthy !! If she’s concerned with certain areas maybe do workouts with her, but always remind her how beautiful she is.

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Can you not take her to a GP for health advice? 
I feel that would be better then a bunch of strangers online.

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She's perfect.

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As long as she’s healthy, I’m the same way I’m in ninth but I’m 5’6” and 170 and I am super self conscious. Maybe talk to her and see if there is anything you can do to help!

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I weighed at least 120 at her age and I was the same height. She’s probably fine

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I just graduated from 8th grade and I am extremely athletic (swimming is my sport) and I am assuming that if she isn’t chunky that she probably just weighs more because of muscle. She’s perfect in every way and I hope this helps. 😁

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Sadly it’s normal to start feeling insecure around that time. She sounds like she’s at a good weight and since she’s playing sports she should be okay. I’d say if you/her are super worried and want to stay healthy make healthy eating a household effort if possible. I think she’s completely fine though

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I’m 5’2 and 109, and I’m relatively skinny. However, some people put on weight differently. I’d definitely watch her as kids can be mean!

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