Many parents are cognizant about how their values and words impact their child. When it comes to a child's body image, this is also the case. A mom recently asked me how to navigate the situation where her husband wants their daughter to be thinner. She was rightfully concerned that a focus on body size was not a good idea. She was worried it will cause body image issues. Managing Pressure to be Thin From Parents In this situation, the you need to have a productive conversat

For me, this is a loaded question. I have so many questions to ask right back: Why do you think she won't like her body? Why does she already dislike her body? What messages have you been giving her about her body? Why do you think being chubby is connected with your daughter liking her body? Let's talk about how to promote body positivity in young girls. I think that parents are aware of society's body ideals. Many parents also have memories of their own childhood experienc

Experiencing Food Guilt Feelings of guilt around food, eating habits, and body size are very common. Many of my patients experience this guilt. I hear my patients tell me that they were bad and ate something, or that they need to have more self control. Society promotes guilt around eating. Even healthcare providers mistakenly encourage this guilt. Promoting guilt around eating is especially the case when the person in question happens to be fat. There is less guilt promoted

People Who Recommend New Weight Loss Drugs are Accused of Anti-Fat Bias. Anti-Fat Bias & Treating Patients With Obesity are Separate Issues.