Fat Liberation Parenting: Challenging Stigma and Building Community
In this episode of the 'Fat Positive Everything' podcast, host Kayla Stansberry, a licensed clinical counselor and fat positive therapist, is joined by Laurie Ganberg, a fellow therapist and fat liberationist specializing in fat liberation parenting. They discuss their personal intersectionalities and experiences, focusing on fat liberation as a practice in parenting. Laurie explains her journey into fat liberation parenting, the impact of weight stigma on parenting, and the systemic challenges faced by parents in larger bodies. They also touch on the creation of community spaces for fat parents, the importance of modeling body trust for children, and the political nature of parenting. Laurie shares her motivations for creating Parent Connections and the empowerment of discussing health at every size. The episode concludes with encouragement for parents to embrace imperfection and community in parenting.
00:00 Introduction to the Fat Positive Everything Podcast
00:25 Meet Laurie Ganberg: Fat Liberation Parenting Expert
00:40 Intersectionalities and Personal Backgrounds
04:21 Laurie's Journey to Fat Liberation Parenting
04:51 Challenges and Realities of Fat Liberation Parenting
10:40 Creating Community for Fat Parents
14:24 Weight Stigma and Its Impact on Parenting
23:05 Encouragement and Advice for Parents
38:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Resources:
@laurieganberglicsw
December Fat Liberation Workshop!
www.fatliberationparenting.com
Book Recommendations
What We Don't Talk About When We Talk About Fat by Aubrey Gordon
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