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Feb. 4, 2026

The one thing parents need to hear about changing their children's eating habits without harm

The one thing parents need to hear about changing their children's eating habits without harm

Hurrying up habit change just leads to pressure, control, push pack, and all those meltdowns over food. You don't have to repeat the shame that you grew up with. There's a different, more effective approach to lifelong health for the whole family. www.WendySchoferMD.com #pediatrician #helpwithoutharm #Familyinfocus #eatingdisorderprevention #fyp

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Jan. 31, 2026

Get your questions answered about family eating habits, growth, making change without harm. 👉

Get your questions answered about family eating habits, growth, making change without harm. 👉

Bring on the questions and get the answers you need: Family eating habits, change without harm, movement, electronics, sleep, emotional health and let's not forget breaking the cycle of shame and restriction you grew up with. Family in Focus season 2 starting soon Learn more: www.WendySchoferMD.com #pediatrician #helpwithoutharm #Familyinfocus #eatingdisorderprevention…

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Jan. 31, 2026

The missing skill your family needs for healthier eating habits (without shame, diets, restriction)

The missing skill your family needs for healthier eating habits (without shame, diets, restriction)

If you aren't comfortable talking about emotions - it's ok, it just wasn't practiced with you growing up. I can help you build the language that helps families change habits WITHOUT harm. It's not about the food Learn more to help your family: www.WendySchoferMD.com #pediatrician #helpwithoutharm #Familyinfocus #eatingdisorderprevention #allfeelingsarewelcome

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Jan. 30, 2026

How to use snow days to your advantage, parents

How to use snow days to your advantage, parents

#snowday #immunization #vaccinesideeffects #vaxxin #pediatrician #familyinfocus #walgreens Stay safe and warm, y'all. Xoxo I got all my boosters!!!

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Jan. 30, 2026

Stressed about another dinner meltdown? This helps without harm.

Stressed about another dinner meltdown? This helps without harm.

Stressed about another dinner meltdown? And not wanting to control & restrict. Hey - you're not alone and help is available. www.WendySchoferMD.com #helpwithoutharm #pediatrician #Familyinfocus #eatingdisorderprevention #stressrelief #Familyinfocus #emotionsmatter #parenting #pediatrician #pediatricianapproved #family #weightinclusive #eatingdisorderprevention #haes #socialemotionallearning #healthyrelationships

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Jan. 29, 2026

This is where to focus to change your child's eating habits without causing harm

This is where to focus to change your child's eating habits without causing harm

Help without harm for your family. Yes we can see where change is needed. And it doesn't start where you think. Learn more about Dr. Wendy and Family in Focus at: www.WendySchoferMD.com #helpwithoutharm #pediatrician #Familyinfocus #eatingdisorderprevention #eatinghabits

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Jan. 29, 2026

Where eating habit change without harm starts for your family

Where eating habit change without harm starts for your family

Control, shame and restriction don't start with WHY we eat. Help without harm Learn more about Dr Wendy and Family in Focus at www.WendySchoferMD.com I'm a pediatrician specializing in eating disorder prevention and helping parents create lifelong relationships with food, body, and family. This is real help without harm. #pediatrician…

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Jan. 28, 2026

How to make a stressful day better

How to make a stressful day better

Find one good thing. Lots of crap. Everywhere. Choose your focus: starts with one good thing. www.WendySchoferMD.com #pediatrician #Familyinfocus #stressrelief #2026 #hairypants #Familyinfocus #emotionsmatter #parenting #pediatrician #pediatricianapproved #family #weightinclusive #eatingdisorderprevention #haes #socialemotionallearning #healthyrelationships

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Jan. 26, 2026

What to tell your child experiencing bullying or weight stigma.

What to tell your child experiencing bullying or weight stigma.

It's not words your child needs when experiencing bullying or weight stigma. Presence. Receive. Validation. All much stronger than any words. Your child doesn't need to change. Not even their response. This is how you become the one person to let them find the safety in being seen for who…

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Jan. 23, 2026

If your child is being bullied about their weight or appearance, watch this

If your child is being bullied about their weight or appearance, watch this

Your child does not have to change how they respond. They don't have to change their bodies. They don't need to change why they are being targeted in the first place. We, the loving adults who see them for who they really are, can help. Here's how. Learn more about…

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Jan. 21, 2026

Big Announcement for Parents Worried about Family Eating Habits

Big Announcement for Parents Worried about Family Eating Habits

Help without harm for families. I'm a pediatrician specializing in eating disorder prevention and helping parents create lifelong relationships with food, body, and family. This is real help without harm. https://www.wendyschofermd.com/podcast-waitlist #eatingdisorderprevention #pediatrician #podcast #Familyinfocus #parenting

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Jan. 20, 2026

Behind the scenes and an announcement about Family in Focus

Behind the scenes and an announcement about Family in Focus

Keeping it real, parents. And have a great, connected day. www.WendySchoferMD.com #podcast #BehindTheScene #mobility #Familyinfocus #emotionsmatter #parenting #pediatrician #pediatricianapproved #family #weightinclusive #eatingdisorderprevention #haes #socialemotionallearning #healthyrelationships

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Jan. 19, 2026

The difference between structure for your family meals & the control & restriction you grew up with

The difference between structure for your family meals & the control & restriction you grew up with

How can you create structure and routines that support your family, and see how they are very different from control and restriction you grew up with? www.WendySchoferMD.com #eatingdisorderprevention #pediatrician #Familyinfocus #dietculturerebel #parenting Content edited for clarity only

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Jan. 18, 2026

How structure is more powerful than shame for your children's eating habits

How structure is more powerful than shame for your children's eating habits

What structure works for your family around food? I'm a pediatrician specializing in eating disorder prevention and helping parents create lifelong relationships with food, body, and family. This is real help without harm. www.WendySchoferMD.com to learn more #eatingdisorderprevention #pediatrician #Familyinfocus #dietculturerebel #pickyeating #emotionsmatter #parenting #pediatricianapproved #family #weightinclusive #haes #socialemotionallearning #healthyrelationships

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Jan. 17, 2026

You don't need more menu options to change your child's eating habits. This is what helps.

You don't need more menu options to change your child's eating habits. This is what helps.

Let's talk about what's really on your mind. www.WendySchoferMD.com www.wendyschofermd.com/freeclass #Familyinfocus #emotionsmatter #parenting #pediatrician #pediatricianapproved #family #weightinclusive #eatingdisorderprevention #haes #socialemotionallearning #healthyrelationships #pickyeating

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Jan. 16, 2026

Instead of teaching your kids to track calories and macros, do this for lifelong healthy habits

Instead of teaching your kids to track calories and macros, do this for lifelong healthy habits

Learn more about how I can help you as an educator, parent, physician, nurse, community member: www.WendySchoferMD.com #dietculturerebel #haes #Familyinfocus #emotionsmatter #parenting #pediatrician #pediatricianapproved #family #weightinclusive #eatingdisorderprevention #haes #socialemotionallearning #healthyrelationships

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Jan. 15, 2026

Where healthy relationships with food start for children

Where healthy relationships with food start for children

I just connected with the director of the local child development center about how to support parents and staff with picky eating and all the emotions around food. It's never too soon and it's never too late to create the shifts you want for your family. I can help your…

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Jan. 14, 2026

Why more food rules create more food fights at home. Do this instead.

Why more food rules create more food fights at home. Do this instead.

Food rules create food fights. Instead create connection. Slow. Relationships. Help without harm. #slowroll #Familyinfocus #emotionsmatter #parenting #pediatrician #pediatricianapproved #family #weightinclusive #eatingdisorderprevention #haes #socialemotionallearning #healthyrelationships

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Jan. 14, 2026

The #1 Thing Your Family Needs When You're Worried About Weight & Eating Habits

The #1 Thing Your Family Needs When You're Worried About Weight & Eating Habits

It's not about focusing on the food, portions, scale. Focus on what every family member needs at every age and size: Structure Learn more: www.WendySchoferMD.com #eatingdisorderprevention #pediatrician #Familyinfocus #structure #haes

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Jan. 13, 2026

How to not give up when your child refuses healthier food

How to not give up when your child refuses healthier food

Parents, don't give up. And you don't have to give in. You can create healthier eating habits in your home ~ less stress, more peaceful meals. www.WendySchoferMD.com #eatingdisorderprevention #Familyinfocus #pediatrician #emotionsmatter #bethechange

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Jan. 12, 2026

Where to start when your child's eating habits need to change

Where to start when your child's eating habits need to change

Change without harm STARTS with us, parents. No child is gonna say, "why thank you for making me eat this, your pressure was exactly what I needed to see that veggies are the missing link." In the meanwhile, learn how to not give up or give in. Learn more: www.WendySchoferMD.com…

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Jan. 11, 2026

How getting boys to bulk and girls to shrink is dangerous

How getting boys to bulk and girls to shrink is dangerous

Check our body-focused cultural messages about controlling body size and shape... both bulking and shrinking. Let's chat about how to handle different needs in your home: www.wendyschofermd.com/freeclass I'm a pediatrician specializing in eating disorder prevention and helping parents create lifelong relationships with food, body, self and family that the whole…

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Jan. 10, 2026

Where parents should focus when kids have different health, movement, dietary needs

Where parents should focus when kids have different health, movement, dietary needs

Parents, your needs matter.  supporting you is the most important thing to help your kids thrive. You deserve all the love and resources. Learn more: www.WendySchoferMD.com #movement #whatdoyouneed #Familyinfocus #emotionsmatter #parenting #pediatrician #pediatricianapproved #family #weightinclusive #eatingdisorderprevention #haes #socialemotionallearning #healthyrelationships

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Jan. 9, 2026

The unexpected way to build strong families

The unexpected way to build strong families

Convenience is a wonderful quick fix, but it's robbing our families of the opportunity to build problem-solving skills, emotional tolerance, and strength from the inside out. Follow along to build family routines, structure, strength from the inside out. www.WendySchoferMD.com #eatingdisorderprevention #Familyinfocus #pediatrician #notwhatyouthink #emotionsmatter

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