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Butterfly Foundation

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23.01.2022 #Weightstigma is something that can impact someone's pregnancy experience. The media loves to send us messages that say minimal weight gain is ‘ideal’ and looking like a goddess when pregnant and post pregnancy is important. There is so much work to be done in this space. Sabine (@sabine.mckenzie), who has lived experience of an eating disorder, is here to tell us about how she worked on her own body image throughout her pregnancy.

20.01.2022 As September comes to an end, we'd like to say a massive thank you to the 1,259 schools and organisations throughout Australia who registered for Love Your Body Week for Schools 2020. You told us you expected to reach 279,109 young people with your Love Your Body Week activities which is absolutely phenomenal. It’s been a difficult year and one which we know has impacted adversely on young people’s body image and sense of wellbeing. We cannot thank you enough for your commitment to shining a light on body confidence and helping young people be so much more than their appearance. You can continue to access LYBW for Schools resources here https://bit.ly/36mdQXg

20.01.2022 With over 230 respondents to our Medicare Benefits Schedule survey, we'd like to say thank you for taking the time to provide your thoughts and insights. Have a look at the key things some of you had to say about the Medicare item numbers for #eatingdisorders.

20.01.2022 The introduction of the MBS item numbers for #eatingdisorders has been incredibly significant, however there is still so much more to be done to improve access to treatment and support for these serious mental illnesses. We want to hear more from you! Write in the comments what you would like to see us advocating for.

20.01.2022 Lexie Manion is a writer & mental health advocate and feels very passionately about celebrating people of all body types. Having had personal experience of weight discrimination & lived experience of an #eatingdisorder, wanted to bring awareness around the impact that commentary on weight can have one people. Check out this blog she wrote for #WSAW2020. ... https://bit.ly/3cWR5ux See more

19.01.2022 KIT is here to teach you evidence-based skills, such as mindfulness and psychoeducation to help with body image issues. Simply click on the buttons, and KIT can guide you to the information that's best suitable for you. Prompts will pop up and you can click on the option that best describes how you are feeling and go from there. Head to https://bit.ly/2UvFkTe and chat with KIT.

18.01.2022 As Weight Stigma Awareness week ends, the conversations must continue. We must further educate ourselves and one another, change the narrative, and challenge society's standard of beauty. There is so much work to be done, so please join us in advocating for a society where every single body type is celebrated and accepted.

17.01.2022 Butterfly has a new part-time role, based in Sydney! If you or someone you know is passionate about sharing stories and providing a platform for the voice of people with lived experience of an #eatingdisorder or body image issues, we would love to hear from you! This exciting role will support Butterfly’s external activities, including media requests, fundraising events and case studies by on-boarding new speakers and creating our new ambassador program... Learn more here https://bit.ly/3jgI7dQ

16.01.2022 Join our team in Crows Nest as a counsellor on our National Helpline and make a lasting impact on all Australians effected by #eatingdisorders & body image concerns, and for the family & friends that care for them. Find out more https://bit.ly/3kNsIC8 Applications close soon!

16.01.2022 After trying to combat the battle of never feeling good enough & subsequently Anorexia, Mel learnt to appreciate her body for all the things it allows her to do. Here’s a peek at her work with the talented @zoe.bastin showing strength and self-determination via dance for @visibleaustralia. Head to https://visible.org.au/expressions/mel-zoe/ for the full expression

15.01.2022 Meet KIT! KIT is our new chatbot who lives on our website. Developed by a team of researchers Monash University, KIT is here to answer any questions you may have about #eatingdisorders or body image concerns. Head to butterfly.org.au/chattokit/ and meet KIT today! #ChatToKIT

12.01.2022 Weight stigma can prevent people from being diagnosed with an eating disorder. Which is exactly what happened to Raja. Raja is an Aboriginal woman from the Kalkadoon and Bwgcolman nations, in north Queensland. She's a mental health/ social and emotional wellbeing advocate and began her advocacy journey at the age of 17, after having a lived experience of poor social and emotional wellbeing. Check out the blog she wrote to celebrate #WSAS2020 - You don't have to be a certain weight to have an eating disorder https://bit.ly/3kVwb1p

10.01.2022 We'd like to say a very big thank you to Dr. Gemma Sharp and the Monash University team of researchers who have worked incredibly hard to develop and bring to life our #bodyimage and #eatingdisorder chatbot, KIT.

10.01.2022 Whether you’re unsure if you may be experiencing an eating disorder, currently experiencing one or caring for someone who is, we know that finding the right answers and information can be hard. But KIT is here to help by giving you a better understanding of the complexities around #eatingdisorders and body image issues. Knowing where to start can be overwhelming, but seeking help shouldn't be. KIT and the Butterfly team are here for you. Head to https://www.messenger.com/t/ChattoKIT and give KIT a go.

09.01.2022 This month marks Mental Health Month! With #eatingdisorders having the highest mortality rate of all mental illnesses, we want to take this opportunity to share the basics of #eatingdisorders which are still massively under diagnosed, with only 25% of those affected receiving treatment or support. We're bringing you a special #MHM Butterfly podcast: Let’s Talk - Eating disorders not what you think where you'll hear from Dr. Beth Shelton from National Eating Disorders Collabo...ration, Amelia Trinick from our National Helpline, Eating Disorders Families Australia's Christine Naismith, Rupert and Astrid who discuss the many ways #eatingdisorders occur. We’ll also bust a bunch of unhelpful myths. Tune in to the full episode via our website https://bit.ly/2Ux5yFb (or from any good podcast platform). Let's Talk!

06.01.2022 It is a common misconception that people living in larger bodies are 'unhealthy.' This is not factual, and we must work harder at addressing and dismantling internalised fatphobia. Chloe has joined us to answer some questions and promote #weightstigma awareness, check it out!

05.01.2022 While KIT is here to provide support and answer your questions, KIT does not take the place of a real human. Our professionally trained and non-judgemental Helpline counsellors are here for you and available 8am- midnight (AEST) 7 days a week. Head to https://butterfly.org.au/chattokit/ and ask KIT your questions, or connect with our Helpline on 1800 33 4673, via webchat or email [email protected]

01.01.2022 We're back with Maddy, one of our Butterfly Presenters, to talk about online body shaming. It's never ok to shame someone based on their appearance whether it be online or face to face. We also know how harmful it is to be on the receiving end of these kinds of comments. Here' some suggestions from Maddy, on how to have a positive social media experience. If you’d like to know more about supporting the young people you work with, or have someone like Maddy speak to your students, get in touch at [email protected]

01.01.2022 Society’s definition of the 'masculine ideal' can perpetuate weight stigma in males by enforcing unrealistic expectations of what the male body should look like. We need to continue to change the conversation around what it is to 'be a man' and the physical standards attached to this concept. Its important we celebrate all people of all body types, shapes,and sizes, regardless of gender. #WSAW2020