Big Matters Obesity Information support

Hi and Welcome to Big Matters

Support, information and friendship.

What is Big Matters all about ?

Obesity, plus size and BBW are now words that are everyday part of daily life be it on TV in magazines or online. The reality is as a nation we are getting bigger. For some this may mean a stone or two overweight and for many others it can be a whole lot more. Whether you are happy with your size or not, finding anything from good clothing to current information about health matters can be very time consuming and frustrating.The authorities are viewing the need for change but often there can be a negative image and little support. We want to centralise information and places to go for support as well as offer a positive approach

Living as a bigger person can have many different ‘knock on’ effects. This can be your health, your happiness, your confidence or even your comfort. Our site is very much led by what you want to have on it and as a voice for the people who live daily with a weight problem. Whatever your age, weight or background we want to hear from you either directly or share experiences Professionals - we welcome your input.

Over the past five years we have been listening to YOU and we will keep doing so.We are continuing to evolve with your feedback and we look forward to hearing from you.

What's new ?

Each time we update the site we will let you know below. This way regular visitors know the first point to look for new information. If you would like to be emailed each time an update is done or a media request comes in please contact us and we will keep you posted

To subscribe to the free newsletter - email us at info @bigmatters.co.uk and put the word subscribe in the subject line. Meet some of our expert contributors and for what's new see below. Our forum is down due to spammers.

Ladies - if Gerard Butler in his socks doesn't make you want to join in this year's Sports Relief we cant believe it !!

Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile. 16 Flagship Miles and hundreds of other Mile events taking place across the UK Sunday 21st March.
You can even choose how far you go – 1, 3, or 6 miles

Whatever your ability or size what a great way to raise money for charity . You can just walk it with friends if you want . For more info and to register http://www.sportrelief.com/

24/2/10 - Struggling with your weight ?

Two TV programmes coming up that may be able to help you see media participation

We are looking for people to write a monthly blog over the coming year to cover a period of change in your life - this may be a wedding, a baby , weight loss surgery , diet . Email us your story info@bigmatters.co.uk

Do you run a size friendly exercise class, support or post /pre op support group? Do you work for a council running a healthy family project or swim class etc, maybe a PCT trust with great ideas to help If so let us know and we will add you to our forthcoming directory section

Keeping the kids healthy. Share what you have been doing wth your family to change your eating and lifestyle habits.

For the parents ?Join an online plan if you dont have time or want to go to classes

Start losing weight today with WeightWatchers®.

Heading off for round the world to escape winter and enjoy summer across the globe ? Our extra large towels and as good on the beach as they are in the bath. Perfect for all heights and sizes. You wont believe them until you've tried them !

Need new clothes? Check out the clothes page for some great online shops

Also, hand-painted fused glass pendant and earring sets made in Brazil and sized especially for Big Matters so fully adjustable .Delivered in gift box,.For more details on colours,and other products available see our products page. If you would like us to stock a particular item then let us know

Sarah Newton Teen Coach

See parenting page

NLP Practitioner and Life Coach Richard See lifecoaching page

For all your nutrition questions contact Jessica see diet pages

Jane can give advice on exercise and healthy living. see Fitness page