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Shaping a Healthy Body Image for Kids
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Show your children you take pride in your body. Don't complain about aspects of your physique that concern you. Try to avoid making any derogatory statements about food, weight or body size. When you express concerns about specific foods or drinks, do it on the basis that they are not healthy.
Avoid descriptions such as "fattening" or "fat." Encourage your child to engage in physical activity for health purposes. Make sure your child realizes that trying to look like a supermodel is not a realistic goal - beauty comes in all shapes and sizes. Help your children understand that their bodies are ever-changing and some periods are just a phase. Do not point out other people's weight issues. In fact, always try to take the focus away from weight and put it on overall wellness.
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