DR. MEG & GUEST MELANIE HEMPE (Part 1)
Join Dr. Meg and Melanie Hempe BSN as they discuss the ultra-important topic of kids and screen-time. Melanie is the founder and president of ScreenStrong, an organization empowering parents to help their children gain the benefits of screen media without the toxic consequences of overuse that threatens healthy ... Show More
Nov 19
Ep. 302: Before, During, or After Divorce—What Every Parent Needs to Hear
<p>Children process divorce very differently than adults do. In this episode, we explore how to recognize their pain, help them express big emotions, and avoid critical parenting mistakes post-divorce. Learn the do’s and don’ts of co-parenting, when to introduce a new partner, an ... Show More
1h 2m
Nov 10
Ep.301: Cultivating Peace and Truth in Parenting: Faith-Based Insights from Max Lucado
<p>In this powerful episode of Parenting Great Kids, Dr. Meg Meeker sits down with bestselling author and pastor Max Lucado to talk about parenting peace, faith-based mindset shifts, and the concept of "picky thinking." Learn how to guard your mind, model faith for your teens, an ... Show More
35m 26s
Nov 2023
A Smartphone-Free Adolescence: Melissa’s Story (#172)
<p>Today, Melanie has a very special guest—her daughter, Melissa! In this episode, we will hear how Melissa feels about growing up without social media or a smartphone. They discuss an overview of teen brain science, what makes social media irresistible for teens, the risks for t ... Show More
1h 7m
Sep 2022
Ages and Stages Series-- The Elementary Years :: Dr. Meg Meeker [Ep 378]
What is your favorite elementary school memory? A teacher you loved? Playing on a favorite team? Parenting elementary school kids can sometimes feel like a breath of fresh air - kids are more capable, they can get their own snacks, help out around the house, and more. But in ever ... Show More
51m 11s
Feb 2021
I Struggle Every Day With Being a Good Mom
Fitness trainer Jillian Michaels shares her number one principle when it comes to parenting: always lead by example. She tries to set a good example for her kids in every aspect of life, not just with fitness and nutrition, but with the hard stuff, too – like owning up to your mi ... Show More
13m 10s
Jan 2024
A Psychologist’s Perspective on Screen Addiction with Tom Heidrich (#178)
<p>Today, Mandee interviews Tom Heidrich, a ScreenStrong Ambassador from Brisbane, Australia. Tom recently completed a Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology and is registered as a fully licensed psychologist in Australia. His specialized areas encompass anxiety and d ... Show More
34m 30s