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Table 3 Overview of the general parenting and weight-related topics addressed in Parents Working Together

From: Parents Working Together: development and feasibility trial of a workplace-based program for parents that incorporates general parenting and health behaviour messages

Session

General parenting topic addressed

Weight-related topic addressed

1

Child–centered time

Being physically active with your child

2

Importance of family routines

Sleep: Creating a bedtime routine

3

Using praise and rewards

Reducing intake of sugar sweetened beverages

4

Setting limits

TV: Setting limits on TV

5

Threats and consequences & Using ignore and distract strategies

When not to use threats: Identifying your child’s hunger and satiety cues & Alternatives to food as reward

6

Problem solving with adults

Problem solving with partners and other caregivers about child’s health behaviours

7

Stress management/Work-life balance

Using physical activity to help manage stress