Quick tips for helping your child develop a positive body image: Help your child understand that weight gain and body changes are a natural part of development. Avoid negative statements about your own body size and shape. Avoid negative statements about your child’s body size and shape. Help your child make healthy decisions about food. Encourage your child in his or her efforts, interests, and talents. Make and post a Ten Things I Love About Myself list with your child. Keep the list in the bathroom or on the bedroom mirror. Make and post a Ten Things I Love About … Continue reading →