Childrens Hospital of Wisconsin and the YMCA of Greater Milwaukee

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What is Brenner FIT?

• A Multidisciplinary Weight Management Program for
  Children and Their Families
• A joint effort of doctors, dietitians, nurses,
  physical therapists, and counselors to improve
  your childs health
• Evidence-based
• We only do what works!
• Family-centered care
• A strong, trusting relationship with families is
  key to success

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Brenner FIT is

• A Way to Improve Your familys HEALTH
• Short and Long Term
• A FAMILY Program
• EFFECTIVE
• Majority of people in
• our program improve
• their health

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Brenner FIT is NOT

• a Rapid Weight Loss Program
• Children and teenagers are still growing
• Quick weight loss is not permanent
• a Fad or Gimmick Program
• We do what works!!!
• Easy
• It takes time and a family commitment

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Habits of the Average American Family
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Habits of a Healthy American Family
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Making healthy lifestyle changes is not easy- It
takes hard work! There are many barriers for
your family to overcome We are here to help your
family identify and break through these barriers
to achieve better health
Barriers to Change
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How will Brenner FIT make a difference?
MAKING SMALL CHANGES adds up When families work
at it TOGETHER- THEY CAN IMPROVE THEIR HEALTH!
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How do I start in Brenner FIT

• Brenner FIT is for children and families with
  weight issues AND a medical problem that results
  from extra weight
• See you childs primary care doctor
• Have fasting blood work done
• Your childs doctor will refer your family to
  Brenner FIT
• Attend an orientation session
• see website for times and locations
• www.brennerchildrens.org
• Complete intake paperwork and mail back to
  Brenner FIT
• We will contact you to schedule the first visit

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What to expect on your first visit

• Meet with the TEAM

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What to expect on your first visit

• First visit takes about 2 hours
• We will spend that time getting to know your
  family and what steps are needed to improve
  weight and health
• Spend time with each team member
• Family will leave with a game plan for better
  health
• We will work with your family to identify habits
  to change
• Set goals

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What to expect at follow up visits

• PRE-SEASON lasts 4 months
• Appointment with the team every 2 weeks
• Each visit lasts about an hour
• Address barriers and challenges, making small,
  important changes in habits and daily life
• May meet with other members of your family
• Child will have blood work done after 6 visits,
  then the family will meet with Dr. Skelton again

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What to expect at follow up visits

• REGULAR SEASON lasts 4 months
• Appointment with the team once a month
• Each visit lasts about an hour
• Will meet with different members of the team
• Attend group classes at BestHealth in Hanes Mall
• Child will have blood work done after 3 visits,
  then the family will meet with Dr. Skelton again

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What to expect at follow up visits

• PLAYOFFS lasts 4 months
• 1-2 appointments with the team
• Each visit lasts about an hour
• Continue attending group classes at BestHealth in
  Hanes Mall
• Work on maintaining health habits
• Begin using community resources for physical
  activity
• Child will have blood work done after 1-2 visits,
  then the family will have a wrap up visit with
  the whole team.

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Brenner FIT

• Lasts about 1 year- may be longer or shorter
  depending on your family
• Communication is key- be open and honest with the
  Brenner FIT team
• YOUR FAMILY IS THE REASON WE ARE HERE- improving
  your childs health and well being is our first
  priority, but it takes a family commitment to
  make it happen

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Brenner FIT Policies What we expect of you

• Come to all of your visits
• At least 1 adult family member/caregiver needs to
  come to each appointment
• The ENTIRE FAMILY will need to make changes
• Be on time- if you are late for an appointment,
  you may have to reschedule or have a shortened
  visit
• If you cannot make an appointment, call as soon
  as possible, but AT LEAST 48 HOURS BEFORE THE
  APPOINTMENT
• If 2 appointments are missed, or not cancelled at
  least 48 hours ahead of time, families may be
  discharged from the program

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Common Questions

• Q Am I to blame for my childs health
  problems?
• A No. There are many factors that contribute
  to being overweight in childhood. As parents we
  have our childrens best interests in mind, and
  want them to be well. The Brenner FIT team will
  help you and your family learns about the factors
  involved in your childs health and weight.
• Q What changes will my family need to make?
• A Changes in eating habits and physical
  activity are the most important factors for
  healthy weight management. However, other
  factors (such as ways to handle stressful
  situations) contribute to health and may also
  need to be addressed. Changes that are to be
  made will occur in small gradual steps to
  increase the chances for success.
• Q Does my child need to lose weight?A It
  depends. Your childs age, height, weight, and
  medical factors will determine if weight loss is
  necessary. For kids, keeping weight the same may
  be all that is needed to improve their health.
• Q Does my family or child have to join a
  fitness center?
• A No. There are many ways for your child and
  family to be active.
• Q How much does the program cost?
• A Brenner FIT bills insurance like regular
  doctor visits, but coverage varies. We accept all
  forms of insurance, but check with your insurance
  provider if you are unsure.
• Q Does my child still need to go their primary
  medical provider?
• A Yes! The Brenner FIT Program does not
  replace your childs regular medical care. Your
  child should follow up with all medical providers
  as necessary.

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Is your family ready to make changes?

• It is a big commitment
• Your family must actively participate for it to
  work
• Is now the right time for your family?

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Whats the Next Step?

• Talk to your physician about your childs health
  risks
• Complete appropriate lab work and send in your
  intake form
• Inquire about an appointment
• 336-713-BFIT (2348)

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Questions?

• Email us at brennerfit_at_wfubmc.edu
• www.brennerchildrens.org