05/02/2024
Ep. 235: Overcoming Mom Guilt: Encouragement & Empowerment with Rachel Marie Martin In this episode of the Parenting Great Kids podcast, join Dr. Meg Meeker as she engages in a heartfelt conversation with Rachel Marie Martin, an unwavering advocate for motherhood and author of the uplifting book "Mom Enough." Together, they explore Rachel's journey through the challenges of motherh
04/25/2024
Ep. 234: Empowering parents to understand and navigate childhood anxiety with Dr. Stephen Whiteside In this episode of "Parenting Great Kids," Dr. Meg Meeker and Dr. Stephen Whiteside, a distinguished board-certified clinical psychologist and director of pediatric anxiety disorders at Mayo Clinic, explore the crucial topic of managing anxiety in children. Throughout the discussion, Dr. Whiteside s
04/17/2024
Ep. 233: Teaching Teens Manners with Brooke Romney In this episode of the Parenting Great Kids podcast, Dr. Meg Meeker is joined by Brooke Romney, author of "52 Modern Manners for Today's Teens." They explore the critical role of teaching etiquette and interpersonal skills to children. Brooke discusses the inspiration behind her passion for manners,
04/04/2024
Ep.232: Managing Teen Screen Addiction: What Parents Need to Know with Michael Jacobus Are you grappling with your teenager's excessive screen time and finding it difficult to limit their digital usage? This week on the Parenting Great Kids podcast, we delve deep into the challenges of teen screen addiction with Michael Jacobus, a seasoned summer camp director and the visionary behind
03/28/2024
Ep. 231: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic to Our Children with Jennifer Wallace In this episode of The Parenting Great Kids podcast, Dr. Meg Meeker chats with Jennifer Wallace, an award-winning journalist and social commentator, about the impact of achievement culture on children. Jennifer shares her insights from a national survey of parents, revealing the pressure parents fee
03/15/2024
Ep. 230: Ask Dr. Meg: Answering My Listener's Top Parenting Questions As a parent, we all have fears, doubts, or concerns that we need help figuring out. In this special episode, Dr. Meg Meeker responds to listener-submitted questions covering a range of parental concerns. She dives into real-life situations that everyday parents are facing. From dealing with absentee
03/07/2024
Ep. 229: How to Raise the Next Generation of Leaders with Dr. Tim Elmore In this episode of Parenting Great Kids, Dr. Meg Meeker sits down with Dr. Tim Elmore, renowned founder of Growing Leaders, and Christa Campbell, an inspiring Boston University student and creator of the Gwinnett Meal Bridge program. This episode is packed with motivational stories and practical adv
02/28/2024
Ep.228: The Secret to Nurturing a Healthy Identity in Kids In this episode of "Parenting Great Kids," Dr. Meg Meeker joins forces with Dr. Chap Clark, an expert in youth, family, and culture, to discuss the challenges kids face with identity and purpose in today’s culture. Dr. Clark draws on his deep understanding of adolescent psychology and emphasizes the
02/16/2024
Ep: 227 Mastering Mayhem: Proven Strategies for Raising Strong-Willed Children (Anxiety, Tantrums, Behavior Issues) Dr. Meg Meeker sits down with Parenting Guru Dayna Abraham, author of the acclaimed book "Calm the Chaos," to unveil science-backed strategies for raising emotionally intense children. They delve into Dayna's personal journey, the triggers behind challenging behaviors, and her empathy-based approach
02/09/2024
Ep 226: Unlocking Creativity & Curiosity in Kids: Fred Rogers' Timeless Wisdom with Gregg Behr & Ryan Rydzewski Join us on Parenting Great Kids as we welcome Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski, co-authors of "When You Wonder, You're Learning," to delve into the timeless lessons of Fred Rogers. Known for his iconic show Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood, Fred Rogers' legacy extends far beyond his cardigan sweaters and piano
01/26/2024
Ep: 225 Spiritual Coaching: 3 Steps to Effectively Disciple Your Kids with George Barna How do you teach your children to develop a strong sense of who they are and what they're meant to be? In this episode of the Parenting Great Kids podcast, Dr. Meg Meeker chats with George Barna about the vital role of discipling children. As a renowned figure in faith and research, Barna shares his
01/15/2024
Ep: 224 Ensuring Your Child’s Mental Health in the New Age of Anxiety with Erica Komisar Children are experiencing unprecedented levels of anxiety. Dr. Erica Komisar, a psychoanalyst and author, discusses the critical role of parental well-being in promoting children's mental health. Erica emphasizes the profound impact of early attachment and the importance of parents being emotionally
01/04/2024
Ep 223: Achieve Your Goals Taking Small Steps with Jon Acuff In this episode, Dr. Meg Meeker chats with Jon Acuff, a New York Times bestselling author, about the power of positivity, overcoming fear, and the importance of goal-setting for personal growth. Acuff shares practical strategies and insights that can be applied to all aspects of your life, including
12/23/2023
Ep 222: The 12 Leadership Habits of “Unicorns” with William Vanderbloemen You’ve heard that leaders aren’t born, they’re made. And that’s great news. So what exactly sets exceptional leaders apart from the rest? After studying over 30,000 extensive interviews with top candidates for leadership roles, the standout unicorns at the very top consistently demonstrated strength
12/13/2023
Ep 221: Cultivating Your Child’s Creativity and Imagination with Guest Andrew Peterson Humans love and connect through storytelling, especially kids. In this episode of the Parenting Great Kids podcast, Dr. Meg Meeker sits down with Andrew Peterson, an award-winning singer, songwriter, and the author of the Wing Feather Saga. Andrew shares his journey from aspiring author to accomplis
12/02/2023
Ep 220: The Power of Youth Sports with guest Denny Duron If your kids play sports, there are some fundamental values and life lessons they can gain from them. This week Coach Denny Duron joins Dr. Meg Meeker to share his unique journey in sports and the profound impact of instilling values, teaching life lessons, and fostering personal growth in youth spo
11/21/2023
Ep 219: Raising Strong Kids: Building Resilience in Challenging Times with Dr. Jonathan DePierro In our efforts to protect and shield our kids from the pain and discomfort of this world, we inadvertently can make them be more codependent and fearful instead of resilient. Dr. Jonathan DePierro joins Dr. Meeker to discuss the power of resilience. Dr. Jonathan DePierro shares powerful strategies f
11/10/2023
Ep 218: Protecting Kids from Harmful Content with Brent Dusing In this episode of the Parenting Great Kids podcast Dr. Meg Meeker and Brent Dusing chat about the need for creating safe and wholesome entertainment options for children in the digital age. They discuss the alarming rates of anxiety, depression, and moral decline among kids and how True Play aims t
11/02/2023
Ep 217: An Evidence-Based Look at Vaccines with Dr. Marty Makary Do you want to feel empowered and confident when making important medical decisions for your children? Wondering how you can ensure that your choices are based on solid evidence? Dr. Marty Makary, a renowned medical expert, joins Dr. Meg Meeker on this episode of Parenting Great Kids podcast to disc
10/26/2023
Ep 216: Building Powerful Father-Child Relationships with guest Aaron Bryan Does this sound familiar? You've been told that spending more time with your child will strengthen your bond, but despite your efforts, you still feel a disconnect. The pain of longing for a closer relationship with your child while constantly wondering what you're doing wrong can be overwhelming. I
10/21/2023
Ep 215: Supporting Children Through Grief with Dr. Julie Kaplow If you want to support your child through their grief and trauma, but you feel unsure of what to do, this episode is a must-listen. Maybe you've been told to just give it time or try to distract them, but deep down, you know these actions aren't meeting your child's needs. Dr. Julie Kaplow shares pr
10/14/2023
Ep 214: From Chaos to Calm: Managing Challenging Behavior in Children with Dan Peterson Have you been told to simply calm down or just ignore it when dealing with your child's challenging behavior? Yet, despite your best efforts, you still feel overwhelmed and frustrated, with no improvement in sight. It's time to break free from the cycle of ineffective actions that only add to your p
09/28/2023
Ep 213: Shift Your Parenting from Production to Connection with Pastor Kyle Idleman Are you going through the motions and focused on surviving the parenting productivity game? In this episode, author and pastor Kyle Idleman reveals the startling truth about why our way of parenting isn't working. Tune in to discover the importance of prioritizing connection over production.
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09/15/2023
Ep 212: The Fight to Prevent Teen Suicide with Guest Leslie Weirich In a world where childhood and adolescent suicide is an alarming concern, one mother's tragic loss drives her to become an advocate for mental health. This week Dr. Meg Meeker talks with Leslie Weirich about the loss of her son to suicide. Leslie debunks some myths about suicide and sheds light on t