Advice for moms and dads on how to build self-esteem

Do you want to help prepare your child to overcome low self-esteem and increase body confidence during adolescence? Use our articles and activities to help them feel self-assured inside and out.

The foundation of positive body confidence is taking good care of your body and respecting yourself. It’s important to notice the impact that the physical and emotional changes of puberty may be having on your child’s self-esteem and self-image.

Our articles explore the research linking body confidence with positive health behaviors. And our activities will help you and your child take care of body, mind, and spirit during what can be a confusing time.

Start reading and sharing with your child today—and help their body confidence blossom.

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A secret code for your mother-daughter relationship
How a codeword can improve communication with your teen daughter, helping you offer relationship advice and strengthening your mother-daughter relationship.

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It can be hard for a teenage girl to talk to her mom—or anyone—about a sensitive issue. A private mother-daughter code may help her talk when she’s feeling awkward or unhappy.

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Mood Swings: How To Handle Emotional Changes During Puberty
Noticing signs of puberty in your daughter? Use our expert advice and action checklist to help you and your girl deal with puberty symptoms such as mood swings.

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Once upon a time you had a carefree little girl who told you (and her teddy) everything. Now that she’s going through puberty, you may notice some changes, so we’ve created an action checklist to help you and your daughter navigate them.

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Help your daughter understand the changes that puberty brings
From buying a first bra to starting her period, your daughter probably has hundreds of questions about puberty. We’re here to help you in parenting through puberty.

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Why is it important to practice sports?
The benefits of physical activity in children can positively affect every aspect of their life. Find out how to help your child discover exercise in a way that suits them.

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Is Your Child’s Perception Of Beauty Distorted By Media Influence?
Explore how retouched images of models and celebrities alter perceptions of beauty, and how the media influences your self-esteem, with our tips and activities.

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Images of people in the media are manipulated so dramatically these days that it can feel like “beauty” is less and less attainable. Help your child resist media influence and see the real picture.

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Women In Music Videos: Press Pause On Female Stereotypes
Help your child challenge the “perfect” body shape and stereotypes of women they see in music videos—and boost their body confidence in the process.

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Music videos are increasingly sexualizing and objectifying women, as research from institutes including the American Psychological Association and the UK’s Home Office has shown.

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How To Build Confidence And Self-Esteem
Learn how to build self-esteem and confidence – and help your child learn to love their body in the process—with our practical tips and activities.

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If you suffer from low confidence and self-esteem, your negativity could transfer to your child. Use our action checklist to cut out self-criticism – and give your child’s body confidence a boost too.

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