There was a new study just published at Harvard Medical School in Boston that found the proportion of overweight babies has risen by almost two-thirds over the past two decades. This translates into 10 percent of all babies born. That number is way too big!

The study actually showed an increase obesity rate for the infant if, in fact, the mother was vastly overweight throughout her pregnancy.

However, don’t blame it all on pregnancy weight, and genes. We all teach our children certain nutrition values starting at an early age. In fact, young children tend to model our eating behavior as they grow up. If you have poor eating habits, there is also a good change your child will too. Remember, your child is watching every move you make!

Learning poor eating habits in early years can lead to childhood, and adult obesity which possibly results in heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Start your kids off in life on the right foot with sound, steady nutritional values. Always remember, they are watching you!

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