DD is 2.5 and has always had a pop belly. Shes normal weight and height and extremely healthy. Not at all fat. But the pop belly looks set to stay for a while.
People tease her and have fun about it saying ' oooo, look at this, What a big belly!". Its kind fo sweet and could be funny, if I didn't feel deep down that it's just not a good idea.
I truely believe that our self image plays an important role in our lives. I feel that the way we visualise our bodies can shape what happens to our bodies. If we think we're fat we will be. If we think we're thin we will be. etc.
I just worry that DD will identify herself as having this and that may stick with her as she's growing up. Maybe even end in a complex.
Am I unreasonable to ask people to stop? I know they see it as harmless fun. But should I too?