A nine year old boy was told he's too fat to play rugby this week, sparking a major debate. 

But really, kids do tend to grow out before up - so when is it an issue, and how do you discuss it with them?

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A nine year old boy was told he's too fat to play rugby this week, sparking a major debate.&nbsp;
But really, kids do tend to grow out before up - so when is it an issue, and how do you discuss it with them?
LISTEN ABOVE

If it takes a village to raise a child, it must take a whole country to raise a family! Newstalk ZB’s Parent Squad helps to do just that. Joined by expert guests The Weekend Collective team delves into the complexities of Kiwi family life.

The Parent Squad

Sara Chatwin: Parents have to have the hard conversations around weight

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