About this episode

This episode explores the critical relationship women have with body image and self-worth as they age, featuring insights from eating disorder specialist Elle Mace.

Why do so many women reach their 30s and 40s feeling more critical of their bodies than ever before? In this honest and thought-provoking episode of Parental Control, Ellie Thompson sits down with eating disorder specialist and author Elle Mace to explore the complex relationship women have with food, body image and self-worth. From the pressures of social media and the rise of weight-loss injections to perimenopause, ageing and the unrealistic expectations placed on women, this conversation unpacks why so many of us still feel we're never quite enough—and, more importantly, how we can begin to change that. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Parental Control, Ep 134: Why Are Children Worrying About Their Bodies So Young? Instagram: @iamellemace Food Freedom is available from 27th August at £14.99 via major retailers including Penguin, Amazon and Waterstones. What is My Baba? My Baba provides the daily scoop on family, food and lifestyle - we're not just experts at all things parenting. Visit mybaba.com The Content on this podcast is provided by My Baba and represents our sole opinions and views. For more information on our…

People in this episode

Host: Ellie Thompson

Guest: Elle Mace

Topics covered

• body image
• self-worth
• women's health
• eating disorders
• social media pressures
• ageing

Keywords

• body image
• self-criticism
• women's health
• eating disorders
• social media
• perimenopause
• ageing

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: My Baba, Penguin, Amazon, Waterstones

Products: Food Freedom

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