What do you say to kids when they call them fat?
What do you say to kids when they call them fat?
Children know that calling someone “fat” is wrong and intentionally cruel. Teach children to say a quick comeback like “not cool” or “that’s hurtful”, and immediately walk away. Children who get away with saying hurtful comments will continue to do so.
What do you do when your child calls you fat?
First, plan to talk to your pediatrician or family doctor. Call ahead of time to let them know that you’d like them to talk with your child about healthy weight when you visit. They can also measure your child’s height and weight to figure out their body mass index (BMI) and see if they really are overweight.
What to say when someone calls me fat?
10 Sassy Comebacks For When Someone Calls You ‘Fat’
- No one can match my level of awesome. Person: Hey, you’ve become fat!
- Burn! Person: Girl, you need to lose some weight.
- Curvy is sexy. Person: Doesn’t your size bother you?
- You got a reply to that? Person: Don’t you think you should work on your body?
- I pity you.
How do you tell your daughter she’s not fat?
Talk to your teen about how she thinks her weight and appearance influences her. Discuss whether her expectations are realistic. Remind her that not every thin or attractive person lives a happy life. Place an emphasis on inner beauty and discuss how being kind and caring is more important than physical beauty.
How do I talk to my daughter about her weight?
How to Talk to Kids about Weight
- Encourage open dialogue.
- Don’t make negative comments.
- Take action.
- Avoid the blame game.
- A united front.
- Talk with your healthcare provider.
- Seek advice.
- Focus on health over weight.
Should I tell my child they are overweight?
In general, if your child is elementary age or younger and you have some weight concerns, don’t talk about it; just start making lifestyle changes as a family. The best thing you can do is make it easy for kids to eat smart and move often.
What to say when someone calls you thin?
If someone says something like, “How do you stay so thin?” or “How can you eat that and not gain weight?” respond with something like, “Everyone’s metabolism is different” or “It’s just the way my body works.” You can also respond to a comment with a question.