Changing lifestyles and rising food costs have led to a continued worsening of the obesity epidemic that plagues many countries, but specifically the United States. Drawing on her experience as a pediatrician and as a mother of four, Dr. Wee presents a method for families to lose weight and get healthier together. Many would expect some revolutionary diet or structured workout to be found on these pages. Instead, the approach is more indirect: set goals as a family, spend time together, hold each other accountable, and do all of these things out of deep, familial love. The steps and guidelines presented in this book give readers the freedom and flexibility to tailor their approach to their unique lifestyles but insist that no single person can change their entire family’s behavior. It takes agreement and support from those closest to us to make a truly lasting change.

The method and thought process behind this plan aren’t just pulled out of thin air, nor is the plan something that simply sounds like a good idea. Readers can discover how it came to be as they learn the dos and don’ts. This wellness book often reads like a memoir, detailing crucial moments in the author’s life and moments where she had to make a change for the better. The weaving of autobiography and advice instills the reader with a sense of confidence that the proposal comes from someone who has already made it work and can empathize with them on some of the more challenging or demanding habits that need to be broken and changed. Written by a parent for other parents, the activities and disciplines that speak directly to this demographic will inspire parents to help their family lose weight and get healthier while growing closer and forging stronger bonds.

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