Why Grieving Parents Need a Supportive, Loving Community

They are suffering a pain others cannot take away — but here is wisdom, kindness and caring to share

by Meg Meeker, MD

What the Thai Cave Kids Are Still Teaching Parents and Children About Resilience

We all want to protect our young ones and keep them safe from anything and everything — here's what to know now

by Meg Meeker, MD

Kids Need to Learn Kindness, So Be Their Best Model Ever

'Being kind as a family can go such a long way' toward teaching the right behavior, says a mom and noted pediatrician

by Meg Meeker, MD

For Our Kids’ Sake, Responsible Adults Have to Raise the Bar on Sexual Behavior

Maybe such scandal-ridden individuals as Bill Cosby and Harvey Weinstein actually have something to teach

by Meg Meeker, MD

Moms, It’s Time for a Little Kindness to Ourselves

Here's an open letter to mothers across America: Would you tell your daughters what you tell yourself?

by Meg Meeker, MD

Mother’s Day: Why Sons Need Their Moms So Much

Without her, boys and young men would be far less able to voice their feelings, whatever those may be

by Meg Meeker, MD

Foolproof Ways to End the Struggles Between Parents and Grandparents

'Sometimes you just have to be bold ... Tell the family ahead of time what you will and will not do,' advises one wise counselor

by Meg Meeker, MD

None of Us Are Kate Middleton, and We Shouldn’t Try to Be

Let's not compare ourselves, ladies, to the gorgeous and perfect young duchess, mom and wife of Prince William

by Meg Meeker, MD

‘How Can I Be a Better Husband and Father?’

Concerned loved one is trying to do the best he can for a wife suffering from postpartum depression — far more common than people realize

by Meg Meeker, MD

‘Help! Our Son Walked into Our Bedroom at the Most Awkward Moment’

This scenario has happened to plenty of parents — here's how to handle it, in the eyes of one experienced mom and pediatrician

by Meg Meeker, MD

What to Tell Your Teen About Sex Before It’s Too Late

Your son or daughter may be pushing you away right about now — but this is when kids need to hear from their parents the most

by Meg Meeker, MD

Why March for Our Lives Is Marching Down the Wrong Path

Impressionable teens are being manipulated to channel their energy into a 'solution' that doesn't exist, says noted pediatrician

by Meg Meeker, MD

Still Struggling to Balance Kids, Work, Life? Read This

Write your priorities down (sounds simple, but too few of us do it) — then check the best advice from a pediatrician and mom

by Meg Meeker, MD

Boys and Violence in America: What We’re Missing

We need to pay way more attention to our kids — and be far less accepting of sick video games that encourage aggression

by Meg Meeker, MD