Parents should be the people their children aspire to be and not celebrities, according to musician and television personality Myleene Klass.
Myleene, who has a daughter, said youngsters were exposed to too many stereotypes through modern celebrity culture.
"I hate the culture that girls feel they are only worthy if they are thin or blonde but anything they have to say or contribute is undervalued," said Myleene."I don't look to others, celebs or otherwise, to be a role model for my daughter. I look to myself.
"I hope that if I can instil good values and a sense of worth she'll have a better attitude, knowledge and power when bombarded with these unrealistic images."
Myleene, 32, believes mothers and fathers should look to fill their children with confidence and individuality.
"It can be easy to blame the media, the mags and TV shows for their portrayal of perfection but personally, I think that the responsibility and answers lie closer to home."
The former Hear'Say star was speaking ahead of the launch of Channel 4's fashion and beauty website, 4Beauty.
Copyright Press Association 2010
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