And now, after spending months at home, under stress and without access to some of the outlets we usually partake in to combat stress, some parents and kids are feeling ashamed of their bodies. Food is fuel — not fatSo what can parents do to help their children understand that their bodies are more than good enough exactly as they are? But our bodies will always be changing and adapting to situations, and we need to respect that. We've all been through a difficult time and some of our bodies might be feeling worse for wear. But we need to extend kindness to ourselves when we look in the mirror and at each other.

Source: CBC News July 24, 2021 18:56 UTC