Dec. 17, 2024

Ep. 95: Body Image: Raising Kids who Like Themselves – with Maya Kumar, MD

Show Notes

Kids won’t come out and say, “I don’t like my body,” but their feelings about themselves can show in other ways. What shapes how kids see their bodies? Do sports or dance help or hurt their self-esteem? In this episode, Adolescent Medicine specialist Dr. Maya Kumar shares the key signs of poor body image and practical ways to support your child in loving and accepting themselves.

Find Maya Kumar, MD at UC San Diego and Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego

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Ep. 95: Body Image: Raising Kids who Like Themselves – with Maya Kumar, MD

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