Kids are often more observant than many adults give them credit for.

Its not just what we say to them directly that theyre absorbing; its how we talk about ourselves and others, what we say to others about them and how we behave, too.

We asked experts what sorts of things children pick up on that adults dont always realize theyre noticing. This list isnt designed to be judgmental; rather, its a reminder that we can all bring a little more awareness to our day-to-day interactions.

1. How you feel about your partner, co-parent or their other caregivers.

You may think youre being subtle when you roll your eyes at your partner or shoot your father-in-law a dirty look. But kids can catch those nonverbal cues, said clinical psychologist Jazmine McCoy , who goes by @TheMomPsychologist on Instagram. Theyre also capable of picking up on criticism or negative remarks about the other parent or caregivers in their life, even when you may try to mask them as jokes or sarcasm, she told HuffPost.

Kids notice these dynamics, so try your best to speak highly of the other parent and caregivers around your child even if theyre in another room, McCoy said. They probably still can hear you.

This is important regardless of your relationship with these people. Why? It helps the child feel safe, confident and cared for, more emotionally connected to their caregivers and less anxious, McCoy said.

She offered a few examples of the kinds of things youd want your child to overhear you saying about the other adults in your kids life: Wow, Mommy planned a fun adventure for us! or This dinner came out great. Daddy is a great chef! or Aww, this looks like such a great memory you had with grandma. It was so nice of her to take you there.

2. How you feel about your body.

Children are astutely aware of how adults talk about their own bodies and other peoples bodies, said registered dietitian Alyssa Miller of the @nutrition.for.littles Instagram account. And they can read our body language, too.

They can pick up on subtle and not-so-subtle actions, drawing conclusions about bodies, she told HuffPost. They learn what is considered good and bad, desirable and undesirable.

They observe the way you look at yourself in the mirror and can make inferences from that. They notice if you never wear a bathing suit at the pool, if you delete lots of pictures of yourself or avoid getting in front of the camera altogether, Miller said.

Adults are constantly showing kids how to view their own bodies through their everyday actions, she said. Think about it: No baby or toddler is embarrassed by their belly, their thighs or their height until they hear comments or witness someone else being insecure about it.