Why Body Confidence Is More Than Looks—And What Girls Really Need

In a world obsessed with images, many girls grow up believing their worth lies in how they look. But Dr. Melissa Holmes, OB-GYN and co-founder of Girlology, wants to flip that script—starting with how parents talk about and model body confidence.

In our latest podcast episode, we explore the idea that body confidence isn’t vanity—it’s health literacy. Girls who feel comfortable and confident in their bodies are more likely to care for themselves, speak up, and set boundaries that protect their well-being.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How low body confidence contributes to risky behavior and emotional distress
  
• Why embodiment—not just “body image”—is the key to lifelong self-care
  
• How to shift your parenting language to build strength and awareness
  
• The surprising role of mothers in shaping body image—even more than social media
  
• Simple strategies to help girls develop media literacy and filter what they see online
  
  

Whether you’re a single parent navigating this journey solo, or just want to show up more intentionally for your daughter—this episode will change how you think about confidence, self-worth, and parenting through the teen years.

🎧 Click here to listen to the full episode