This Father’s Day, give yourself the gift of belief--believe you are your child’s hero.

It doesn’t have to be a screen-free summer, but don’t let it be a screen-full summer!

Giving your children chores help them have a sense of value and self-worth.

It’s never too early to start teaching your child about money.

Science can now prove that the mother-daughter bond is the strongest of all parent-child bonds.

Among the most frequently asked questions I receive as a pediatrician and parenting author is this one: How do I make my kids get along?

Your kids don’t decide if you’re a good parent or not. You do.

This has been a hard year for parents, but in the midst of it, there have still been some good moments. Here are the best ones you told me about.

The world is a scary place right now, but your child does not need to live in fear. However, she also doesn’t need to be sheltered and protected from reality.

One of the best remedies to stress and anxiety is a good laugh. Here are the funniest things I’ve heard from kids over the years as a pediatrician.

Parents, let’s give ourselves a break from the scary this Halloween. Instead, have some fun by focusing on the big picture — our kids and quality time.

Parents, you made it! We are officially halfway through the fall semester. Here are a few tips to get you through the end of the season—sanity intact.

Social networking is at an all-time high. Dr. Meg offers practical advice to ensure parents stay vigilant and teens stay safe when it comes to social media.

Being a stepparent comes with its fair share of challenges.⁣ Family therapist, Ron Deal shares 3 ways blended families can approach common parenting obstacles.

After several months at home, planning local outdoor summer activities could be crucial to your family's sanity. Here are some ideas to get started locally.

How do you keep your past from negatively affecting your parenting? Here’s how to break the generational cycle that comes with your parenting preload.

Dads, your words can make or break your children. Here’s how to talk to them.

Not only are we still fighting COVID-19, but we are also coming face to face with another virus: racism. Parents, learn how to talk to your kids about this.

During this pandemic, you’ve probably had to cancel planned events. Here are some ideas to use to celebrate milestones this season.

This Mother’s Day, instead of focusing on what your family can do for you, focus on what you can do for you.

During a global pandemic, it’s important for moms to let go of guilt and the ideals of fully operating in every area of life and focus on three simple things.

Spring represents a season of rebirth and growth. One thing that is essential right now to not only survive this time but to thrive is gratitude.

Your child may be on her screen more during this time. Don’t add to your stress. Give yourself time to navigate this new territory in real life and online.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, life in our country looks very different, and every parent is wondering the same thing: Now what?

By this point, your child has most likely heard about the virus. It’s important to talk with her about it openly and honestly without causing further alarm.

When you hear that someone loves you, it can change everything, especially how you feel about yourself.

I sat down with expert fitness trainer, Heidi Powell, to talk about setting health-related goals. This includes mental health, family and relationships.

The influx of Christmas cards can lead us to compare our family to everyone else’s. Here's how two families brought a real connection back into Christmas cards.

What 25 years of volunteering at a soup kitchen taught me (and my family) about life.

With consumerism at our fingertips during the holidays, kids need gratitude more than ever.