Parent-focused change to prevent obesity in preschoolers: Results from the KAN-DO study

► We examined 12 month outcomes in KAN-DO, a childhood obesity prevention study. ► The intervention targeted parenting, especially in the mother. ► Instrumental feeding and snacks in front of TV decreased in the intervention arm. ► Trends toward improvement were observed in diet and activity measures. ► Changes observed may ultimately result in improved weight status for the children.