Bringing Up Sporting Children In A Body Conscious World

Send us Fan MailSeason two of Female Athlete Diaries launches with a two-part compilation on raising sporting children in a body-conscious, social-media-driven world.Host Kirsty Sheehan interviews parents including Anne-Marie, Suzie Moffatt, Katie Hawkins, and Kaliki James about modeling positive attitudes to movement, food, and body image. They discuss focusing on what the body can do, avoiding negative self-talk and comments about others’ sizes, keeping treats in moderation without demonizing foods, and using family meals for connection. Topics include early signs of self-consciousness, social media access, pressures in gymnastics leotards, puberty changes, periods and practical supports, and encouraging participation and volunteering. Kirsty suggests GP referrals and Dietitians Australia to find Eating Disorders Specialist Dietitians and care plans when concerns arise.00:00 Season Two Kickoff00:47 Why This Topic Matters02:03 Meet Your Host02:27 Annemarie Introduction03:13 Kids Sports Snapshot04:34 Parents as Role Models07:52 Early Image Pressures13:19 Home Strategies and Language14:55 Progress Over Perfection20:58 Weighing Without Numbers22:10 Annemarie Key Advice24:44 Suzie Joins the Chat26:37 Gymnastics and Competition30:29 Body Consciousness Creeping In33:38 Social Media and Access35:15 Movement and Family Meals39:09 Lunchboxes and Real Life40:15 Practical Advice and Support42:02 Dietitian Referral Advice42:26 Wrap Up With Suzie42:53 Meet Katie Hawkins44:02 Katie’s Sporty Family45:17 Netball And Body Image46:17 Raising Body Positive Kids47:46 Meet Kaliki James48:57 Kaliki's Triathlon Journey50:41 Active Kids And Family Culture53:01 Body Image Boys Vs Girls57:27 Curvy Athlete Challenges01:02:48 Periods And Puberty In Sport01:05:58 Role Modelling And Volunteering01:08:40 Handling School Comments01:12:22 Episode Takeaways And ResourcesResources:Annemarie's book suggestion: All The Ways To Be Smart by Davina Bell.