We Can Suddenly Afford to Send Our Daughter to Private School. One Problem: She Might Become "The Fat Kid."

The dilemma faced by a couple revolves around their daughter’s education in light of her struggles in a chaotic public school environment. Considering a transfer to a high-quality non-religious private school that offers better academic support, they also grapple with concerns about body image. The couple is torn between educational advancement and the risk that their daughter might feel singled out for her weight in a school where other students appear different. This dilemma highlights the complexities of parenting decisions regarding education versus social well-being.

"We both worry that being seen as 'the fat kid' in a school where she's the only one could impact her self-image and induct her prematurely into diet culture."

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