Unhealthy weight results as a combination of many factors out of our control. The good news, however, is that we can make adjustments to alter the course of our health, decrease the chances of chronic disease and grow into healthy young adults.
At The Body Habitat, we provide comprehensive treatment tailored to your child’s specific needs. Our programs focus on childhood weight management, combining personalized nutrition plans, physical activity coaching, and behavioral support. "We chose a central location in King of Prussia (and a pediatric focused telehealth platform) to allow families in Philadelphia, the mainline, and even Delaware/New Jersey, to have access to high quality care.
No, the 15-Minute Discovery Call is free and optional. This call gives families a chance to learn more about pediatric weight management programs at The Body Habitat and to ask any outstanding questions about our approach to achieving healthy weight in children.If you’re in the Philadelphia or Main Line area, you can visit Dr. Krill in person, or have a virtual appointment to ask any questions you might have.
The initial consultation process consists of a 90-minute In-Person Consultation and a $375 investment. This part of the process is essential for developing a tailored pediatric weight management program suited to your child’s unique needs. The 90-Minute Consultation includes a comprehensive review of medical history, specific weight concerns, and goals with Dr. Krill, an experienced pediatric weight management doctor. Additionally, we discuss lab results, additional documents, and a customized roadmap to guide your child through a sustainable weight management journey.
The first-year membership is $485 per month and provides ongoing access to our pediatric weight management services. This membership includes 30-60 min appointments twice monthly depending where your child is in their progress, support, and resources tailored to help your child stay on track with their weight management journey in a supportive environment.
After the first year, maintenance membership is $200 per month. These visits, scheduled every 2-3 months, are designed to provide ongoing support and guidance as your child works to sustain their health goals. As the leading pediatric weight management clinic in King of Prussia (KOP), The Body Habitat is dedicated to helping your child achieve and maintain long-term results.
Yes, telehealth appointments are available for convenience. Our pediatric weight management clinic offers flexible telehealth options on a kid-friendly engaging platform, allowing you to access Dr. Krill’s support from home or on-the-go, ensuring continuity of care.
Dr. Krill offers direct communication via text or call, ensuring that you have timely access to support. You can expect returns to messages and phone calls straight from Dr. Krill and The Body Habitat, a truly accessible pediatric weight management practice for families in King of Prussia (KOP) , greater Philadelphia region and tri-state area.
Our pediatric weight loss clinic in King of Prussia, PA, offers a range of services, including detailed consultations, personalized treatment plans, and follow-up care. As part of our pediatric weight management program, we provide customized guidance to help your child manage their weight in a safe, supportive environment.
Our weight management programs focus on a holistic approach to childhood weight management. We offer personalized care that includes nutrition, physical activity, and emotional support, ensuring each child’s plan is tailored to their specific needs. Whether you visit our office in King of Prussia or access our telehealth services, our team is dedicated to helping your child achieve lasting health.
Our pediatric wellness center offers a full range of services beyond pediatric weight loss programs, focusing on your child’s overall well-being. We aim to help children feel confident, safe, and supported while achieving their health goals. Our clinic in King of Prussia provides both in-person and telehealth services for added convenience.
After the initial consultation with our pediatric wellness center, follow-up visits will be scheduled based on your child’s needs. Most children start off with biweekly visits that progress to monthly for the first 12 months. As part of our weight management program patients may choose to make most of their visits virtual, however, we will require your initial consultation to be in person as well as some of the follow-up visits in order to reassess important metrics and physical exams.
Through our comprehensive, easy to use nutritional platform at The Body Habitat, we are able to give you valuable insights on your child's eating patterns and develop personalized nutritional plans based on multiple preferences.
The Body Habitat offers a comprehensive approach to managing obesity in children, focusing on sustainable lifestyle changes. Our programs aim to help children achieve long-term health through a blend of personalized nutrition, activity planning, behavioral modifications, and medical support.
For children who are overweight, The Body Habitat provides supportive, individualized plans that focus on diet, exercise, and healthy behaviors. These plans help children work toward a healthier weight and reduce the risk of conditions like diabetes and heart disease.
Ozempic (also known as semaglutide) is a medication often used to treat weight loss and can help regulate appetite and blood sugar. At The Body Habitat, if clinically relevant, your doctor may incorporate Ozempic , or other GLP-1 agonists similar to Ozempic, as part of a broader weight management plan, supporting children with elevated BMI in safely reducing excess weight.
Like Ozempic, Wegovy is a higher-dose form of Semaglutide specifically approved for chronic weight management. At The Body Habitat, we may use Wegovy to support children struggling with obesity, helping them achieve weight loss when combined with lifestyle changes such as nutrition and exercise.
At The Body Habitat, we emphasize gradual, healthy changes in weight to support a healthy growth trajectory. Dr. Kaysi Krill provides personalized plans focused on nutrition, exercise, and emotional support. These plans help children and families make long-term lifestyle changes that support their overall health and well-being.
If you're concerned about how to help your son without making him feel pressured, our team at The Body Habitat is here to help. We focus on creating a positive environment for your child through our tailored childhood weight management programs, providing the guidance needed to build healthy habits in a supportive, pressure-free environment.
Results from our pediatric weight loss programs vary depending on each child’s situation. Our programs focus on gradual, sustainable changes that prioritize long-term healthy growthWhile some families see progress within a few months, our goal is to develop lifelong healthy habits through effective childhood weight management strategies.
The best option is water, which helps with hydration and weight management. We encourage children to drink plenty of water, and adding natural flavors like lemon or berries can make it more appealing. Avoiding sugary drinks is an essential part of our approach to childhood weight management.
Our program is set up to be positive, encouraging, and collaborative with your child and family. We support children and families in adopting routines around lifestyle factors and nutritious eating to achieve long-term weight control and improved health outcomes.
Our weight management programs are designed to address the underlying causes of weight gain. We provide personalized care plans that include nutrition, physical activity, and behavioral support to help children achieve a healthy weight and prevent future complications.
An unhealthy weight can often result from a combination of hundreds of factors such as genetics, dietary patterns, and lifestyle factors - to name a few. At The Body Habitat, we offer holistic treatment plans that address these root causes, helping children achieve a healthier weight and overall wellness through comprehensive lifestyle changes.
An elevated BMI indicates that a child is above the recommended weight for their age and height. We manage elevated BMI by creating customized pediatric weight management programs that focus on sustainable lifestyle changes to improve your child’s growth trajectory and, if appropriate, medical treatments.
Metabolic Syndrome includes a cluster of conditions, such as high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, and high cholesterol, that increase the risk of heart disease. At The Body Habitat, we support children and families by obtaining comprehensive blood work and evaluation in conjunction with lifestyle and medication modifications to help reduce these risk factors.
For children with pre-diabetes, The Body Habitat offers guidance in developing healthier habits to manage blood sugar levels and prevent progression to diabetes. Our program focuses on proactive lifestyle changes (and in some cases medications) to support long-term health.
Dysbiosis refers to an imbalance in the gut microbiome, which can affect digestion and metabolism. At The Body Habitat, we provide nutritional and stress management techniques to improve gut health and support better weight management outcomes.
There are some syndromes that a child is born with that may be contributing to their excessive hunger or weight gain. Some conditions include Prader-Willi Syndrome, Bardet-Biedl Syndrome, POMC deficiency, Alstrom Syndrome and LEPR deficiency. Although these conditions aren't very common, part of The Body Habitat assessment is to evaluate for signs that could indicate a genetic cause.
Although we don't treat these conditions specifically, we can help work collaboratively with your child's specialist to help provide the weight management component of your child's condition.
While diabetes requires specialized medical care, The Body Habitat may support children with diabetes by addressing nutrition, habits, physical activity, and offering medication support.However, to manage your diabetes specifically, we recommend working with a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who specializes in the disease of diabetes.
