If not, I'd tell your inlaws not to put pressure on her and let her be a tom boy. Although I know encouraging her to wear clean clothes and take showers, etc. is important.
However, I'm seeing some red flags too...this goes a bit deeper, but I don't know how to get to the bottom of it either.
I personally think doing Barbazon could just put more pressure on a sensitive young teen.
Can you and Rachael just go do something alone together, maybe something on a regular basis? Something quiet, something with animals? (I know you guys love animals and they always make you feel good about yourself.)
Hugs for better understanding...
Will be thinking of you...
Caryn
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