The Monarch Blog

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What Is Orthorexia? Understanding the Obsession with Healthy Eating

Struggling with food rules or obsessed with eating “clean”? Orthorexia Nervosa is a lesser-known eating disorder that can seriously impact your health, happiness, and relationships. Learn the signs, how it’s treated, and why getting support matters. Ready to understand your relationship with food? Start here.

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The Importance of Community in Eating Disorder Recovery

Recovery doesn’t have to be lonely. Whether you’re navigating anorexia, bulimia, BED, or another eating disorder, community support can be a powerful part of healing. Learn how shared connection, group support, and encouragement from others in recovery can help you feel seen and keep moving forward. Read the blog to discover how to build or find your recovery community.

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When Eating Feels Hard: Eating Disorders, Sensory Issues, ARFID, and Body Image

Struggling with food textures, eating in public, or being called a “picky eater”? You’re not alone. This blog explores the connection between sensory issues, ARFID, eating disorders, and body image and why eating can feel so hard sometimes. Learn practical tips, feel seen, and take the next step toward a more peaceful relationship with food.

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Eating Disorders | Nutrition Support Mary Blair Holden Eating Disorders | Nutrition Support Mary Blair Holden

Body Image Tips for Navigating Summer with Confidence

Struggling with body image during the summer heat? You're not alone. This blog shares compassionate, practical tips to help you stay comfortable, confident, and connected- no matter what you're wearing or where you're headed. From managing self-objectification to embracing moments that matter, we’re here to support you. Read now for real-talk body image tips to help you live fully this summer.

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Why You Sometimes “Feel Fat”: A Look at Proprioception and Body Awareness

Ever wonder why you suddenly “feel fat” even when nothing has physically changed? This blog breaks down the science behind body awareness and proprioception, a lesser-known sense that can get thrown off by stress, trauma, or eating disorder recovery. Learn how to respond with self-compassion and grounding tools that really help. Read more for supportive insight and practical tips you can use today.

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Eating Disorders | Nutrition Support Carissa Hannum Eating Disorders | Nutrition Support Carissa Hannum

Understanding Eating Disorders in Children and Teens: A Parent’s Guide

Wondering if your child’s eating habits might be a sign of something more? This blog helps parents understand the early signs of eating disorders in children and teens, why they develop, and how to offer compassionate support. Learn what to watch for and how to take the next step toward healing. Read more to support your child’s emotional health and recovery.

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Helping Teens Navigate Body Image Issues

Worried about your teen’s body image? This supportive blog from Monarch Wellness offers helpful resources for parents and caregivers. Learn how social media, self-esteem, and eating disorders connect and how therapy can help. Reach out today to find compassionate counseling for your teen in Maryland, Washington DC, and Virginia.

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