Question for the CF parents - Cystic Fibrosis Message Board

DSW67 · 11-19-2002, 09:29 AM

I was just wondering if any of the parents of kids with CF end up overweight? I have been lazy and end up only cooking one meal, geared towards my son. Needless to say, I need to go on a diet.

Deb

Pmichele3239 · 11-19-2002, 02:57 PM

Hi I have a 12 yr old daughter with cf. and she is only 60pounds.. I have tried everything to get her to gain wieght but it aint working. we cook only high calorie foods. and we let her eat anytime she wants and still only 60 pounds

DSW67 · 11-19-2002, 08:53 PM

I guess I should feel lucky my 13 yr old is 80 pounds. I'm sure the dietian has already told you how to beef up her meals. If not I would be glad to share what knowledge I have. I know it get frustrating, it seems like I'm always naggin him to eat something. So basically I stick with stuff I know he likes. Now that he is growing up his tastes are getting more expensive. Now he loves shrimp and lobster. That is something that he only gets occasionally because I am not made out of money. I did get a hand out from the dietian, I would be glad to share some of her ideas if you are interested. I'll be looking forward to hearing from you again. Best of luck.

Deb

Pmichele3239 · 11-20-2002, 10:05 AM

Hi again,
well we have her eating what ever and when ever she wants. she even drinks boost atleast a 1/2 case a day if not more.. we were told she might also ave diabetes... but some ideas to beef up her meals would be great ty

DSW67 · 11-20-2002, 12:23 PM

Michele, at least you are fortunate enough to have her drink boost. My son will not drink any kinds of supplement. He gets free reigh in the kitchen, anything and everything he gets to eat. Although he does turn his nose up at my low cal food, which is OK with me. When I get home from work I will dig up that handout and post some of the help hints she gave me. I'll talk to you later.

Deb