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Why Awareness Matters Learning how to support your child through an eating disorder starts with a deep understanding of what eating disorders are. It is helpful to learn how they develop, and the best ways to provide compassionate support. Eating disorders are not not just about food. They are often rooted in deeper emotional, social, and psychological factors. Early intervention, compassionate conversations, and informed support can make all the difference. As parents and caregivers, it’s natural to worry about your child’s relationship with food. But how we approach these conversations matters. Supporting Your Child Through An Eating Disorder: What You Can do ✅ Listen without judgment – Create a safe space for open dialogue.✅ Avoid comments about weight or appearance – Focus on well-being over body size.✅ Encourage professional support – Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.✅ Educate yourself – Understanding eating disorders helps us support our loved ones more effectively. Need Guidance: Support Your Child Through An Eating Disorder If you’re feeling unsure about how to support your child, you’re not alone. I’ve created a free resource to help parents start these sensitive conversations with confidence and care. Download my 4 step guide called “Four Steps: How to Talk to Your Teen about Their Eating Habits….without making it worse”. This week, let’s commit to awareness, understanding, and support. Together, we can create a world where healing is possible. As a Nationally Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, I bring 30 years of experience in public health. My background includes 17 years as a health and nutrition professor and 4 years as a high school health teacher. My passion for supporting individuals with eating disorders comes from both professional expertise and personal experience. Eating disorders have had profound impacts on many of my loved ones. Learning firsthand what is truly helpful in fostering healing and what can unintentionally cause harm has inspired me to support parents. My clients include parents who have struggled with an eating disorder themselves and those guiding their child through similar challenges. Eating disorders often stem from generational patterns, but the cycle can stop with you. If you’re ready to create a healthier future for yourself and your family, please  schedule a free call to explore how we can work together. An excellent resource on eating disorders is The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA). According to their website, “NEDA works to advance research, build community, and raise awareness to support the nearly 30 million Americans who will experience an eating disorder in their lifetimes. Whether you have been personally affected, by an eating disorder or care about someone who has,NEDA is here to help!”