• Parenting Great Kids with Dr. Meg Meeker

  • Auteur(s): Dr. Meg Meeker
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Parenting Great Kids with Dr. Meg Meeker

Auteur(s): Dr. Meg Meeker
  • Résumé

  • Parents today face the challenge of guiding their children through a world that feels increasingly complex. Dr. Meg Meeker, known as America's Mom and a leading authority on parenting, teens, and children's health, provides practical insights to simplify the parenting journey. As a trusted pediatrician, mother, and bestselling author, Dr. Meeker engages with top experts and real parents to discuss current issues, answer important parenting questions, and offer actionable advice. Her podcast delivers simple, effective solutions, offering hope and encouragement to every parent
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  • Ep.267: Balancing Career Success & Family: Joe Hashey’s Strong Family Project
    Feb 26 2025
    In this episode of Parenting Great Kids, Dr. Meg Meeker sits down with Joe Hashey to discuss how parents can balance career ambitions with a thriving family life. Joe, a former educator turned fitness industry leader, shares his powerful journey of recognizing the imbalance between work and family—and the life-changing steps he took to correct it. After his father’s passing, Joe began rethinking his family’s health, values, and long-term well-being. Despite professional success and a growing household, he found himself caught in the chaos of daily life. That realization led to the creation of The Strong Family Project, a structured approach to parenting that helps families: ✅ Define core values ✅ Build consistent routines ✅ Strengthen family bonds through daily habits and accountability Joe and Dr. Meeker break down the seven pillars of personal development, covering morning routines, family meetings, and practical strategies for divorced parents navigating co-parenting challenges. If you're looking for real-life solutions to managing work, parenting, and personal growth, this episode offers actionable advice on child development, screen time boundaries, family traditions, and fostering resilience in kids. Get expert parenting guidance from Dr. Meg Meeker—personalized coaching to help you raise strong, confident kids. Episode Highlights: 📌 00:00 – Welcome from Dr. Meg Meeker & Introduction to Joe Hashey 📌 01:42 – Joe’s Transition from Teaching to the Fitness Industry 📌 02:34 – Struggles of Balancing Work & Family Life 📌 03:29 – How the Pandemic Changed His Perspective on Parenting 📌 06:12 – The Birth of The Strong Family Project 📌 07:26 – Defining Core Family Values & Why They Matter 📌 10:08 – Parenting Challenges & Real-World Solutions 📌 16:09 – Managing Screen Time & Navigating Peer Influence 📌 20:50 – The 7 Pillars of The Strong Family Project 📌 26:30 – Co-Parenting & Strategies for Divorced Families 📌 29:28 – Personal Growth & Major Life Lessons 📌 32:23 – Final Thoughts & Key Takeaways Meet Our Guest: Joe Hashey, M.Ed., is a former award-winning educator turned entrepreneur and family strategist. After earning his Master's in Education from Colgate University, he spent eight years as a high school teacher and youth coach before founding a personal training company inspired by his father’s passing from preventable health issues. Over 15 years, Joe became a recognized business leader, earning the Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business Person of the Year in 2018. Realizing he was prioritizing work over family, he shifted focus and now applies his expertise as a business consultant and founder of The Strong Family Project, helping families create structure, define core values, and strengthen relationships. 🔔 Subscribe & Follow for expert parenting strategies from Dr. Meg Meeker and top guest experts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 min
  • Ep. 266: Teen Dating: What I Wish I Knew | Reflections from Adulthood
    Feb 18 2025
    💡 What do adults wish they had known about teen dating? How can parents guide their teens to make healthier relationship choices? In this episode of Parenting Great Kids, Dr. Meg Meeker sits down with team member Alexie, who reflects on 20 years of dating experiences—starting at just 15. She shares insights on relationship challenges, emotional struggles, and regrets, highlighting the impact of parental guidance and the importance of open conversations in shaping healthier dating decisions. 🎙️ In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✅ Why early dating experiences shape long-term relationship patterns ✅ How self-confidence and emotional awareness impact dating choices ✅ The role of social media in modern teen relationships ✅ How parents can set healthy boundaries without alienating their teens ✅ What every teen should hear before they start dating 💡 Want expert guidance from Dr. Meg? Click here to book a coaching session and get personalized parenting advice! 📢 Subscribe & Leave a Review! If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe, rate, and review so more parents can learn how to help their teens navigate dating with confidence! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 min
  • Ep. 265: Navigating Teen Dating: Rules, Expectations, and Communication (Part 1)
    Feb 17 2025
    With Valentine’s Day just behind us, many parents are reflecting on teen dating—when it should start, what rules to set, and how to guide their kids through relationships. In this Ask Dr. Meg episode of the Parenting Great Kids podcast, Dr. Meg Meeker answers the most common questions from parents, covering everything from the right age to start dating to setting healthy boundaries and expectations. She emphasizes the importance of open communication, encouraging parents to involve their teens in setting dating guidelines. Dr. Meeker also shares why she advises against high school dating due to its emotional impact and potential for heartbreak, advocating instead for strong friendships. Additionally, she highlights practical strategies for helping teens make informed choices, such as role-playing real-life scenarios and setting non-negotiable character traits for future partners. This episode is part one of a two-part series on teen dating. In part two, we’ll hear from a young adult who reflects on what she wishes she had known about dating as a teenager. Don't forget to enable notifications on your podcast app so you don't miss part two. Want to work directly with Dr. Meg? Click here to book a personalized coaching session and get expert guidance on navigating your child’s journey through teen dating! Key Moments 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:18 Why Discuss Dating? 02:12 Should Kids Date in High School? 02:29 The Impact of Breakups 03:25 Mistakes and Risks in High School Dating 04:34 Friendships vs. Dating 05:36 Understanding Dating Expectations 06:10 The Pressures of Dating 17:49 Setting Boundaries and Rules 21:54 Setting Curfews and Boundaries 22:47 Discussing Dating Rules with Your Spouse 23:26 The Dangers of Underage Drinking 25:22 Role-Playing Dating Scenarios 30:02 Handling a Problematic Boyfriend 34:27 Building Trust and Setting Expectations 37:28 Staying Involved in Your Child's Private World 40:52 Concluding Thoughts and Professional Help Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 min

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