In this episode, I talk to a mom whose daughter has said she’s an “almond mom.” Find out what an almond mom is and how to think about this accusation. Also learn what to listen to, and how to set boundaries around appropriate behavior when it comes to TikTok. 

If you want help caring for a child who has an eating disorder, schedule a consultation here: Website

Read the full transcript/article associated with this episode here: Article

You can submit your questions here: Podcast Questions

This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.

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In this episode, I talk to a mom whose daughter has anorexia and is making threats of suicide during meals. This is terrifying and getting in the way of eating. I provide practical advice for how the mom can prevent and respond to threats during meals. 

For more information about suicide: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Here’s a draft of the letter you can use: Sample Letter 

If you want help caring for a child who has an eating disorder, schedule a consultation here: Website

Read the full transcript/article associated with this episode here: Article

You can submit your questions here: Podcast Questions

This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.

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In this episode, I talk to a mom whose daughter is spending hours picking her body apart in the mirror every day. This is so painful to watch, and the mom is not sure how to respond. I provide information about why it happens, how to change the culture in your home, and a six-step process for responding to body-bashing comments.

Here’s some more information about Health at Every Size® and more here.

Here’s the directory of non-diet therapists I mentioned

If you want help caring for a child who has an eating disorder, schedule a consultation here: Website

Read the full transcript/article associated with this episode here: Article

You can submit your questions here: Podcast Questions

This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.

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In this episode, I talk to a mom who has dedicated her life to her daughter with anorexia. But now mom is having panic attacks and binge eating in the middle of the night. I address the lifestyle changes and boundaries that need to happen in order to help everyone in this family get their needs met.

If you want help caring for a child who has an eating disorder, schedule a consultation here: Website

Read the full transcript/article associated with this episode here: Article

You can submit your questions here: Podcast Questions

This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.

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In this episode, I talk to a parent whose teenager has an eating disorder, and the arguments are endless. On top of the eating disorder arguments, there are also arguments about almost everything else. I’ll talk through how to stop having so many arguments and build a better home environment for everyone.

If you want help caring for a child who has an eating disorder, schedule a consultation here: Website

Read the full transcript/article associated with this episode here: Article

You can submit your questions here: Podcast Questions

This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.

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In this episode, I talk to a parent whose child has an eating disorder. Mom believes that she knows the best course of treatment, but the daughter refuses to discuss it. The mom wants to know how she can convince her daughter that she knows the best thing to do. I address how best to build influence with a child using advanced communication techniques.

If you want help caring for a child who has an eating disorder, schedule a consultation here: Website

Read the full transcript/article associated with this episode here: Article

You can submit your questions here: Podcast Questions

This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.

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In this episode, I talk to a parent whose child has an eating disorder, and she is worried all the time. The mom’s friends and partner have told her it’s a problem, and her kids are both annoyed and upset with her for worrying. But she feels as if she has no option. So I address what worry is, when it’s helpful, when it’s not helpful, and why recovering from worry is a critical way that this mom can help her daughter recover.

If you want help caring for a child who has an eating disorder, schedule a consultation here: Website

Read the full transcript/article associated with this episode here: Article

You can submit your questions here: Podcast Questions

This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.

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In this episode, I talk to a parent whose child has an eating disorder, and they suspect the care they’re getting is inadequate. The child’s anxiety therapist suggested that the parents should back off and allow the child to choose recovery, but is that really the best answer? I’ll talk through why that’s not a good solution, and what the parents can do instead of backing off. 

If you want help caring for a child who has an eating disorder, schedule a consultation here: Website

Read the full transcript/article associated with this episode here: Article

I have a treatment program to help parents stop accommodating here: SPACE 4ED

You can submit your questions here: Podcast Questions

This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.

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In this episode, I talk to a parent whose child has an eating disorder, but it’s anxiety that is really a problem. We’ll talk through what happens when anxiety and an eating disorder are effectively running the show in a family and what you can do to stop it from happening. 

If you want help caring for a child who has an eating disorder, schedule a consultation here: Website

Read the full transcript/article associated with this episode here: Article

The treatment program I mentioned in the episode is here: SPACE 4ED

You can submit your questions here: Podcast Questions

This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.

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In this episode, I respond to a parent whose daughter is in recovery from an eating disorder. And that’s going well, except her brother seems mad. This dad wants to know how to help his son love his daughter again. I address what he can do to help everyone feel a lot better.

If you want help caring for a child who has an eating disorder, schedule a consultation here: Website

Read the full transcript/article associated with this episode here: Article

You can submit your questions here: Podcast Questions

This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.

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