What can we do to help boost the body image of today's teen girls?
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I think we need to focus on HEALTHY bodies. Teach children to respect themselves and others from the inside out. But as long as the media continues to portray the perfect girl as a particular size, particular shape, particular hair color, eye color; it's going to be hard for parents to teach children this lesson. I say do as much as possible within your family and pray for the rest!
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I'm glad that you asked this question because I have problem myself with regards to my daughter who is in her teens. She always complains that she has big legs and that she is fat and I admit I find it quite difficult on how to handle it.
I found these helpful tips and guide on how to boost a teen's body image and how we as parents make our teens feel good about themselves.
1. It would be best as a parent to carry your own weight and shape with comfort and pride as well as work through own negative attitudes.
2. Get rid of your bathrooms scale since it is very easy to let the numbers on the scale determine how you feel about yourself. What really counts is your children's intelligence, thoughtfulness and canny sense of humor.
3. Spend some time with your teen and help her find a style that looks good on her.
4. Challenge stereotypes, that thin is different from slim.
5. Educate your teen about the basis of genes when it comes to weight.
6. Don't fight over weight but help your teens learn how to eat a well-balanced meal.
7. Enjoy your food and make sure your teens are enjoying theirs too.
8. Encourage your teen to enjoy and appreciate your body. Often hug her and make her feel secure that she is loved no matter what.
9. Don't comment on her weight for this can affect a teen's self-body image.
10. Don' let family or friend comment on your teen's weight and stand up for your teen.
source:
http://www.canadianliving.com/family/teens/10_ways_to_boost_a_teens_body_image.php
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