So you’ve started to focus more on taking steps to improve your health, maybe through trying new foods or engaging in different types of movement. But how do you know if these changes have gone too far? With many of our eating disorder clients, it starts with small changes that eventually build up overtime and […]

Your child has been diagnosed with an eating disorder. You are given pamphlets and handouts for different eating disorder treatment programs and levels of care. But what does all of this mean? What even is a level of care? Professionals are telling you to act quickly and make a decision on what treatment program to […]

There is no section on how to cope with your child’s eating disorder in “What to Expect When You’re Expecting” parenting books. The task can be daunting and discouraging. It can take a toll on your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. This is why self care for parents is an important part of navigating the […]

Have you noticed some irregularities in your child’s eating patterns, mood, or appearance? You may be unsure if this is just part of their natural development, or a sign of a more serious eating disorder. Studies indicate that 62% of teenage girls and 29% of teenage boys are actively trying to lose weight (1). It’s […]

If you’ve started to explore intuitive eating, you’ve probably noticed that the focus is not on rigid rules, but rather on flexibility, getting curious about how food feels, cultivating self-compassion and forgiveness, and focusing on nurturance and satisfaction. This is where gentle nutrition fits in. Whereas it’s mainstream for diets to prescribe nutrition commandments without […]