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Parenting Great Kids with Dr. Meg Meeker

Parents are trying to navigate children through a world they themselves don’t often understand. America’s Mom, Dr. Meg Meeker, the country's trusted authority on parenting, teens, & children's health, offers practical insights to help parents simplify. The pediatrician, mother, & best selling author engages with experts & parents to take on relevant issues, answer real questions, & provide simple hope & encouragement to every parent. New episodes available every other week.
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Now displaying: June, 2017
Jun 20, 2017

This week’s episode features Jim Daly, president of the organization Focus on the Family and author of the book When Parenting Isn’t Perfect. Along with this great conversation with Mr. Daly, Dr. Meg will give you three points to ponder that you don’t want to miss and she answers a question from a dad concerning his six-year-old’s potty problems. Do you have a question for Dr. Meg? If so, email them to askmeg@megmeekermd.com and she could answer your question in an upcoming episode!

 

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0:49 – AD – JULIAN KRINKSY CAMPS AND PROGRAMS

Julian Krinksy Camps & Programs is not your ordinary summer camp! With over 20 summer programs for ages 7-18 and students from over 40 countries, your child will have a once in a lifetime experience. With programs in business, cooking, pre-college academics, the arts, tennis, golf, and more, there’s something for everyone! Get 10% off with promo code JKCP2017 at jkcp.com/MEG.

 

1:52 – WELCOME

Dr. Meg introduces the topic “When Parenting Isn’t Perfect”. She teases her conversation with Jim Daly, her three points to ponder, and a social question from a dad concerning his six-year-old’s potty problems.

 

2:58 – POINTS TO PONDER

Dr. Meg gives you three points to ponder as you learn more about being great parents when everything in the home isn’t perfect!

 

8:54 – PARENTING RESOURCES

Dr. Meg’s new book, HERO: Becoming The Strong Father Your Children Need is available NOW! Many of us know that Dr. Meg has a passion about the relationship between children and their fathers. Regardless of your situation in life, whether you’re married, divorced, widowed, or a step-father, the book HERO: Becoming The Strong Father Your Children Need will show you how and why you should strive to be a hero father and the impact your presence and involvement has on your children. Go to HeroDadBook.com and order your copy today along with a great gift bundle perfect for Father’s Day, birthdays, or any occasion.

 

10:16 – A CONVERSATION WITH JIM DALY (PART 1)

Dr. Meg welcomes Focus on the Family president, Jim Daly, and has a great conversation about his new book When Parenting Isn’t Perfect. They discuss how moving past problems and loving your kids well, even when things in the house aren’t picture-perfect, is a key to raising GREAT KIDS!

 

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31:28 – A CONVERSATION WITH JIM DALY (PART 2)

Meg welcomes Focus on the Family president, Jim Daly, and has a great conversation about his new book When Parenting Isn’t Perfect. They discuss how moving past problems and loving your kids well, even when things in the house aren’t picture-perfect, is a key to raising GREAT KIDS!

 

40:10 – LET’S GET SOCIAL

Email Dr. Meg at askmeg@megmeekermd.com or tweet your question to her @MegMeekerMD. In this segment, Dr. Meg answers a question from Sarah about considering homeschooling her children.

 

44:01 – PARENT PEP RALLY

 

44:35 – FROM THE PRODUCER

Thanks for listening to Episode 31, When Parenting Isn’t Perfect!

 

Get Social with Dr. Meg on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram @MegMeekerMD

 

Have a parenting question? Write Dr. Meg at askmeg@megmeekermd.com and your question could be featured in a future episode!

 

Dr. Meg’s parenting resources and tools are available at www.megmeekermd.com and click on “Parenting Resources”. Enjoying the Parenting Great Kids podcast? Subscribe, rate, and leave a review for us on iTunes!

Jun 6, 2017

This week’s episode features Dr. Linda Mintle, host of the Dr. Linda Mintle Radio Show, author of the book We Need To Talk, speaker, professor, and licensed therapist. Along with this great conversation with Dr. Mintle, Dr. Meg will give you three points to ponder that you don’t want to miss and she answers a question from a mom considering homeschooling. Do you have a question for Dr. Meg? If so, email them to askmeg@megmeekermd.com and she could answer your question in an upcoming episode!

 

0:00 – AD – BE FRUGAL

BeFrugal lets you earn up to 40% cash back on your purchases from over 5000 stores that include Amazon, Walmart, Target, Macy’s, and more! Shop online like you normally would, then click the link on BeFrugal.com and cash back is sent to you via check, PayPal, or Amazon gift card. Using BeFrugal is 100% free. Visit befrugal.com/meg and get a $10 Welcome Bonus when you join for free!

 

0:49 – AD – JULIAN KRINKSY CAMPS AND PROGRAMS

Julian Krinksy Camps & Programs is not your ordinary summer camp! With over 20 summer programs for ages 7-18 and students from over 40 countries, your child will have a once in a lifetime experience. With programs in business, cooking, pre-college academics, the arts, tennis, golf, and more, there’s something for everyone! Get 10% off with promo code JKCP2017 at jkcp.com/MEG.

 

1:53 – WELCOME

Dr. Meg introduces the topic “Helping Your Spouse Be A Better Parent”. She teases her conversation with Dr. Linda Mintle, her three points to ponder, and a social question from a mom considering homeschooling.

 

3:36 – POINTS TO PONDER

Dr. Meg gives you three points to ponder as you learn more about helping your spouse be a better parent!

 

8:00 – PARENTING RESOURCES

Dr. Meg’s new book, HERO: Becoming The Strong Father Your Children Need is available NOW! Many of us know that Dr. Meg has a passion about the relationship between children and their fathers. Regardless of your situation in life, whether you’re married, divorced, widowed, or a step-father, the book HERO: Becoming The Strong Father Your Children Need will show you how and why you should strive to be a hero father and the impact your presence and involvement has on your children. Go to HeroDadBook.com and order your copy today along with a great gift bundle perfect for Father’s Day, birthdays, or any occasion.

 

9:17 – A CONVERSATION WITH DR. LINDA MINTLE (PART 1)

Dr. Meg welcomes Dr. Linda Mintle and has a great conversation about helping your spouse be a better parent. They discuss how having a great relationship with your spouse is the key to parenting well and raising GREAT KIDS!

 

17:17 – AD – SUNBASKET

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18:26 – AD – AMAZON KINDLE

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19:47 – A CONVERSATION WITH DR. LINDA MINTLE (PART 2)

Dr. Meg welcomes Dr. Linda Mintle and has a great conversation about helping your spouse be a better parent. They discuss how having a great relationship with your spouse is the key to parenting well and raising GREAT KIDS!

 

43:55 – LET’S GET SOCIAL

Email Dr. Meg at askmeg@megmeekermd.com or tweet your question to her @MegMeekerMD. In this segment, Dr. Meg answers a question from Sarah about considering homeschooling her children.

 

47:30 – PARENT PEP RALLY

 

48:07 – FROM THE PRODUCER

Thanks for listening to Episode 27, Courageous Parenting!

Get Social with Dr. Meg on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram @MegMeekerMD

 

Have a parenting question? Write Dr. Meg at askmeg@megmeekermd.com and your question could be featured in a future episode!

 

Dr. Meg’s parenting resources and tools are available at www.megmeekermd.com and click on “Parenting Resources”. Enjoying the Parenting Great Kids podcast? Subscribe, rate, and leave a review for us on iTunes!

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