Family-based weight management with Latino mothers and children

This paper aims to design a culturally appropriate weight management intervention for high-risk Latino families and to examine the feasibility of recruiting program participants.

A descriptive design using qualitative and quantitative data collected during preliminary phases of an ongoing intervention study.

From the preliminary works, a curriculum was revised for Latino families who have overweight children. The curriculum was modified to include suggestions from the focus groups, including helping mothers set limits with their children and make the transition to lighter foods and a more active family life.

The information will aid professionals in the process of program design for Latino families who have weight concerns.