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  • In-Depth Weight Assessment
  • SHAPEDOWN Program
   
 

Pediatric Weight Management Program

Mary Bridge is committed to helping every child live an active and healthy life.The Mary Bridge Pediatric Weight Management program serves children and adolescents aged 6-17.

Program Philosophy

• Focus on the overall well being of the child or adolescent
• Strive to uncover what is occurring in the child or adolescent’s environment that is interfering with energy regulation, healthy growth and development
• Promote living actively, eating in a healthful way and creating a nurturing environment that helps the child or adolescent develop and grow to his/her potential

If you are concerned about your child, talk to your doctor about their growth history and Body Mass Index (BMI). Click here to learn more about BMI.

If your child’s BMI is greater than 85% and they have other health problems or their BMI is greater than 95% your child may benefit from an In-Depth Weigh Assessment and participation in the SHAPEDOWN® program. Click here for more information on the In-Depth Weight Assessment.  The In-Depth Weight Assessment is a pre-requisite for the SHAPEDOWN® program.