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HEALTHAug 23 · 10:30 UTCTHE 74Jennifer Gerson

How to Talk to Your Kids About Body Image — Without Toxicity

To help children develop healthy body images amid media scrutiny, experts offer specific advice for parents. Charlotte Markey advises that mothers first need to seek professional support for themselves before discussing food or bodies with their kids. Jessica Wilson suggests recognizing how historical messages about weight and physical appearance, particularly those from the Boomer generation, may impact current parenting habits.

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