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Kids who feel good in their bodies take care of their bodies.

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Past Tips of the Month have featured:

  • Q&A videos with a Registered Dietitian
  • Strategies for navigating food-focused holidays
  • Tips for protecting kids’ mental health online
  • Alternatives to diet-centric comments
  • Conversation starters to discuss body image and food with your kids

 

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"My 15-year-old granddaughter has anorexia. I joined What to Say to gain more insight and have ideas to help her. I have struggled with disordered eating my whole life and tried not to pass on my thoughts on eating. What you have done for me is give examples of what to say in place of what not to say. Thank you."

Articles for Parents

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Prevention Starts with You: How Your Everyday Words Shape a Healthier Future for Kids

Dec 9, 2025
If you're someone who builds, leads, teaches, parents, coaches—or just cares about the next generation—you already have influence. You set the tone in rooms. You shape conversations. You make decisions that affect what kids hear, see, and learn about food and bodies. That influence matters more than you may realize.
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How We Stop Diet Culture (One Choice at a Time)

Nov 25, 2025
Diet culture runs deep. We’ve all absorbed messages about “good” and “bad” foods, ideal body types, and how our worth is tied to our appearance. These messages show up in schools, media, locker rooms, dinner tables—and most of all, in our thoughts.
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Talking to Your Child About Their Changing Body

Nov 11, 2025
Navigating body changes in puberty can feel confusing for both kids and parents.
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