9 Principles to Help Your Child Develop a Positive Body Image

Posted on May 1, 2012 by Gerry Vassar

We have been discussing aspects of body image and body control in infancy and early childhood. Through his own volition and self-discovery, a child will learn about his body image. However, caregivers maintain relational and environmental influence. These seven principles create an important foundation for your child’s healthy growth as well as an awareness for you and your child’s caregivers.

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How Body Image Affects A Child’s Development

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Gerry Vassar

We have been discussing issues related to body control and image in young children. When a child has difficulty developing positive body control and body image, key areas of his/her life and future are affected.

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How Caregivers Influence A Child’s Body Image

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Gerry Vassar

In my last post we discussed the significance of an infant’s body image to growth. As children learn to explore, they develop body control and body image. During this time, children are in relationships with caregivers who play an important role in providing experiences that can enhance both body control and body image.

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Child Body Image: How Do Children Perceive Their Bodies?

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Gerry Vassar

Our society is consumed and obsessed with how our bodies look and how we feel about them—usually about our weight and body profile. When you consider that children as young as birth-to-five require a healthy perception of their bodies to help them to grow into adults with healthy body images, you can understand the importance of their environment and relationships that impact them in those environments.  

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Growth-Promoting Environments for Young Children

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Gerry Vassar

We have been discussing issues surrounding Early Childhood Education and the importance of quality environments to the growth and development of children. This is such a vital area of interest for our country because many children are in early childhood programs, and caregiving for these children is a huge stewardship.

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