Parents and caregivers trying to support a loved one with an eating disorder can often feel overwhelmed and scared. Eating disorders are complicated, and we understand how difficult it can be to cope with the signs and symptoms of an eating disorder in addition to navigating when and where to seek help. While treatment is critical, there are many things that you can do to support your loved one at home that can make a major difference in your loved one’s recovery journey.

We all want our children to be confident in themselves and in their body. Unfortunately, body insecurities are often learned as kids navigate our society and messages about what a “right” body is. And they pick up on these things at a young age. Children as young as three years old are seen engaging with […]

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 […]

Struggling with an eating disorder (ED) is so much more than having difficulty consuming food. Disordered eating and eating disorders are complex and multi-faceted, impacting an individual physically, mentally and emotionally. Given this, treatment for eating disorders requires a multidisciplinary approach –  meaning a wide spectrum of eating disorder specialists to address each area affected […]

What was the messaging around food in your house growing up? Not surprisingly, our relationship with food begins at birth as food is a necessity for survival. Children learn to understand the world as they develop, looking to their parental figures for guidance around how to interact with food.  The messaging that is communicated in […]