When your kid is being bullied, this is where to start helping them. First, help them feel safe with the emotions that they have right now. It's not about changing their body, their words, nor the discomfort that they feel. Do not switch into fix-it mode, that just teaches that…
No joke: simple answers to feeding and growing healthy kids = SOMEONE IS TRYING TO SELL YOU SOMETHING. The reality for parents today is complex. And we make it easier by working together, based in evidence, research, trust and relationships. Join the Family in Focus community: the movement of parents…
I love hearing from parents: How are you breaking generational cycles around food at home? Want help doing it? Join the Family in Focus community: www.WendySchoferMD.com I'm the pediatrician specializing in eating disorder prevention and helping entire families create lifelong relationships with food, body, and especially each other. This is…
Not about the food, the portions, the control. Focus on what you want for your family's health: with protection, patterns and preparedness. Learn more: www.WendySchoferMD.com I'm the pediatrician specializing in eating disorder prevention and helping entire families create lifelong relationships with food, body, and especially each other. This is real…
If you are struggling with your child’s eating habits, mealtime battles, picky eating, or concerns about weight, this episode is for you. In this episode of Family in Focus, I share 3 simple steps to transform your child’s relationship with food by addressing the emotional patterns and nervous system dynamics…
Are you struggling with your child’s eating habits, picky eating, or constant mealtime battles? Are you worried about weight, childhood obesity, or whether you are handling food the “right” way at home? In this episode of Family in Focus, I share 3 simple steps to transform your child’s relationship with…
Culture change starts with each of us. Need help? I'm the pediatrician specializing in eating disorder prevention and helping entire families create lifelong relationships with food, body, and especially each other. Learn more: www.WendySchoferMD.com #Familyinfocus #emotionsmatter #parenting #pediatrician #pediatricianapproved #family #weightinclusive #eatingdisorderprevention #haes #socialemotionallearning #healthyrelationships
It's Eating disorder awareness Week. .I'm the pediatrician specializing in eating disorder prevention and helping entire families create lifelong relationships with food, body, and especially each other. This is real help without harm. www.WendySchoferMD.com to learn more about Family in Focus #Familyinfocus #emotionsmatter #parenting #pediatrician #pediatricianapproved #family #weightinclusive #eatingdisorderprevention #haes…
#allfoodsfit #allbodiesfit #Familyinfocus #emotionsmatter #parenting #pediatrician #pediatricianapproved #family #weightinclusive #eatingdisorderprevention #haes #socialemotionallearning #healthyrelationships Learn more about Dr Wendy and Family in Focus : www.WendySchoferMD.com
If you are worried about childhood obesity, BMI percentiles, or your child’s eating habits, this episode is for you. As a pediatrician, I see how often parents are told to focus on weight, growth charts, and body mass index, or BMI. But when we focus only on the number, we…
Don't let anyone guilt you into the house. This is self-care, baby! #familyinfocus #pediatrician #parentburnout #momguilt #pause
Rolled outta bed to share this. #coffeetalk #familyinfocus #eatingdisorderprevention #pediatrician #keepitreal I'm the pediatrician specializing in eating disorder prevention and helping entire families create lifelong relationships with food, body, and especially each other. This is real help without harm. Learn more: www.WendySchoferMD.com
“It’s not about the food. It’s not about the weight. It’s not even about the child.” So what is it about? If you are worried about your child’s eating habits, weight gain, growth charts, or BMI percentiles, Episode 3 of Family in Focus will help you understand what is really…
I'll meet you wherever you listen to your podcasts! www.WendySchoferMD.com/podcast Subscribe to Family in Focus for real family help from the pediatrician specializing in eating disorder prevention and helping entire families create lifelong relationships with food, body, and especially each other. This is real help without harm. #Familyinfocus #emotionsmatter #parenting…
If you are worried about childhood obesity, BMI percentiles, or your child’s eating habits, this episode is for you. As a pediatrician, I see how often parents are told to focus on weight, growth charts, and body mass index, or BMI. But when we focus only on the number, we…
Worry about your child's weight stops here: Follow and invite a friend who needs real help shifting eating habits WITHOUT the harm of diets, restriction and omg all the food fights over control. National Eating disorder Awareness Week starts Feb 23. You don't want to miss a thing: follow and…
#eatingdisorderprevention #Familyinfocus #pediatrician #emotionsmatter #askdrwendy follow now so you don't miss a thing the week of Feb 23: National eating disorder awareness week learn more about Dr. Wendy and Family in Focus at www.WendySchoferMD.com
It works on paper. Portion sizes. Movement goals. The “perfect” plan. But real life does not happen on paper. In Episode 2 of Family in Focus, I share why so many well-meaning strategies fall apart at home and what actually helps families move forward. If you are tired of trying…
The missing link in eating habits? Emotions! If this whole topic is new to you, you're not alone and it's not too late to find what works for you and your family. Learn more about Dr. Wendy and the Family in Focus community at www.WendySchoferMD.com #emotionsmatter #eatingdisorderprevention #Familyinfocus #pediatrician #helpwithoutharm
It works on paper. Portion sizes. Movement goals. The “perfect” plan. But real life does not happen on paper. In Episode 2 of Family in Focus, I share why so many well-meaning strategies fall apart at home and what actually helps families move forward. If you are tired of trying…
Emotions are the missing link in eating habits If this whole topic is new to you, you're not alone and it's not too late to find what works for you and your family. Learn more about Dr. Wendy and the Family in Focus community at www.WendySchoferMD.com #emotionsmatter #eatingdisorderprevention #Familyinfocus #pediatrician…
Parenting struggles. Child weight concerns. Picky eating. Feeling like you’re failing your child’s health? I want to say this clearly. You are not failing. If the plans, the portion rules, the tighter control have not worked, it is not because you are not trying hard enough. It may be the…
Shame does not lead someone to suddenly pick up the crispy, juicy apple or the crunchy carrot. Want more help changing the dialogue AND eating habits, without harm? Join the community of parents breaking the cycle of shame and control in the name of "health." www.WendySchoferMD.com #emotionsmatter #eatrealfood #eatingdisorderprevention #Familyinfocus…
Shame does not lead someone to suddenly pick up the crispy, juicy apple or the crunchy carrot. Want more help changing the dialogue AND eating habits, without harm? Join the community of parents breaking the cycle of shame and control in the name of "health." www.WendySchoferMD.com #emotionsmatter #eatrealfood #eatingdisorderprevention #Familyinfocus…