Blog Archive
Posts tagged with Body Image
parents
Feb 13, 2026
If your child seems hungry all. of. the. time., it can feel unsettling and, let’s be honest, annoying. They ask for more food soon after a meal. Or they seem to get more excited about food than other kids. Or when food is around at family gatherings or parties, they would rather be with the…
parents
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.
parents
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.
parents
Nov 11, 2025
Navigating body changes in puberty can feel confusing for both kids and parents.
parents
Oct 21, 2025
“How do I handle treats with my children?” It’s one of the most common questions parents ask.
parents
Oct 14, 2025
Diet culture isn’t new. It’s the water many of us were raised in. It shows up in our social feeds, our gyms, our group texts. It’s woven into doctor visits, health classes, marketing campaigns, and family dinner tables. Most of all, it echoes in our own inner voices—so common and normalized that many of us…
Coaches
Sep 18, 2025
Worried about how a young athlete feels about food and their body? You're not alone. Athletes hear constant messages about food, body, and performance, and these influences can shape how they see themselves.
parents
Sep 9, 2025
Kids grow at very different rates, and those differences can stand out sharply in middle school. Some kids look fully grown, while others still have the bodies of younger children. If your child feels self-conscious about being smaller than their peers—or even worries about being the smallest kid in the class—it can leave them questioning…
general
Aug 5, 2025
What should you do when your child starts comparing their body to others—especially at places like the pool? In this 90-second video, psychologist and WithAll Expert Advisory Panel member Dr. Charlotte Markey shares practical ways to guide kids through those moments with compassion and clarity.
parents
May 29, 2025
When kids or adults ask, “Is being fat a bad thing?” they’re not just asking about a word—they’re asking about identity, respect, and how we talk about bodies. In a world full of confusing messages about appearance and health, it’s important to unpack this question with care and clarity.
parents
May 20, 2025
It can feel uncertain when your child tells you someone called them “fat.” Before rushing in to fix it, take a breath. This is your chance to help your child build confidence, resilience, and a healthy relationship with their body.
parents
May 6, 2025
Every May, we get the chance to pause and thank the educators who do so much more than teach. During Teacher Appreciation Week, let’s celebrate the people who create classrooms where kids feel safe, valued, and empowered to grow.