Bribery can be a helpful parenting tool when used correctly. How and when you bribe your child impacts its effectiveness. Dr. Meg shares the dos and don'ts.

A social media detox brings so many benefits! It may seem impossible with kids glued to their screen now more than ever, but you CAN hit reset as a family.

Instead of focusing on your child’s behavior this summer, focus on his character, and challenge him to do the same. Learn how to make character development FUN.

Parents, you’re almost at the homeschooling finish line. Keep these tips in mind as you approach summertime with your children.

Good sleep is critical for proper development in your child. The more you focus on your child’s sleep hygiene, the easier it will be for you and your child.

As we enter February, it’s a perfect time to examine not only your own relationship with your partner but how your child might view your relationship.

As the world mourns the loss of the great Kobe Bryant, we must also think of his wife and three girls he left behind. How will they cope?

Over-giving to young children can make them feel overwhelmed, which is why I recommend parents store most toys out of reach.

A Note From Dr. Meg On Halloween. This Halloween, bring fun back into the holiday.

Is your child struggling with their gender identity or just going through a phase? Dr. Meg discusses.

All children will be confused by the bathroom controversy and here’s why.

Normal child behavior or signs of autism? Dr. Meg offers parent behavioral indicators to pay attention to.

Dr. Meg offers practical strategies for potty training, alongside age-appropriate expectations for parents.

Does your child want to quit their new activity or sport? Here’s when quitting is acceptable.

Screen addiction isn’t only a problem for our kids, but for us too. Are you paying attention to how your use of screens is affecting your relationships?

Dreams work best when they’re nurtured and guided along a real path to success. Here are three ways to do that according to Dr. Meg Meeker and David A.R. White.

Gratitude doesn’t come naturally to kids, but that doesn’t mean they can’t learn. To teach gratitude, we must model it ourselves. It’s easier than you think!

We live in a scary world that can really hurt our kids. From drug abuse to tech and sexual media, there’s only one thing that will really protect our families.

Parenting is hard (especially without a handbook), but it’s not impossible. Pediatrician and parenting expert Dr. Meg Meeker shares tips on finding guidance.

Your goal as a parent should not be to fight technology, but rather to set healthy boundaries around it for your kids. They won’t do this for themselves.

Your daughter wants a hero and she has chosen you, Dad, to be hers. She needs a hero to help her navigate a treacherous popular culture.

They cry more. They sleep less. Their first, second and third words are: “no”, “no” and “no” again. Yup, they’re the kids known as ‘strong-willed kids’.

Every parent must make decisions about dating and if your daughter tells you she has a boyfriend, you’ll have to make some decisions sooner rather than later.

I've seen mothers struggle with ten issues for the past twenty-five years, and I've also learned how to help them live simplier, happier, more fulfilling lives.

I’m starting a regular column on CafeMom.com called “Ask Dr. Meg” and I’m counting on YOU, followers and friends, to send me your questions.

Julie has 14 kids. No, she isn’t crazy. Only 9 live in her house now. She and her husband John had four of their own and then began taking in foster children.

Dear Meg: My five year old daughter wants to pierce her ears. She also always wants her nails polished. Is this too much too soon?

I wrote Boys Should Be Boys for several reasons. First, I believe that our boys are being ignored and pushed aside, even attacked. Here’s why I say that.

Ask Dr. Meg: real questions, real answers. If you'd like to ask me a question, leave a comment on this blog post and I'll do everything I can to get to it!

I’ve been thinking lately about simplifying my life. The older I get, the more overwhlemed I become with “choice overload.”