In this episode, Fi and Al explore the feelings and stigma of being labelled as a parent of a child with an eating disorder. They discuss how society's view of the disease is very different from the reality, and how the concept of blame can be really painful for carers on the front line.

Trigger Warning:

This show contains discussions around anorexia, eating disorders, body image and mental health that may be triggering for some listeners.

Disclaimer:

This podcast is not a substitute for professional medical or psychological advice. Please seek guidance from a qualified healthcare provider if you or someone you know is affected by an eating disorder.

You are not alone.

💛 Resources & Support Services:

Australia:

Butterfly Foundation – National support for eating disorders

📞 Helpline: 1800 33 4673

🌐 https://butterfly.org.au

LifeLine - National Crisis Support 📞 Helpline: 13 11 14 🌐https://www.lifeline.org.au/

United States:

National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)

🌐 https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org

United Kingdom:

Beat Eating Disorders

🌐 https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk

Global/Online:

Recovery Warriors – Resources, podcasts, and community for recovery

🌐 https://www.recoverywarriors.com