About the Author
Dr. Meenakshi Iyer holds a Ph.D. in Psychology and is a Certified Parenting Coach with extensive expertise in family dynamics and adolescent psychology. Living in Northern California with her husband and two teenage children, she combines professional knowledge with real-life parenting insights, offering compassionate, practical approaches to raising well-rounded, resilient kids. Dr. Iyer’s work empowers parents to foster emotional intelligence, resilience, and effective communication within families. Her coaching provides tailored guidance to address the unique challenges of adolescence, equipping parents with tools to build strong, positive relationships with their children in today’s complex world.
Parenting Do’s and Don’ts
By Dr. Meenakshi Iyer Parenting is both a privilege and a responsibility, involving delicate balances of love, guidance, and discipline. Raising children certainly can never follow some universal manual because every family and child is unique. However, general principles and strategies—the “do’s” and “don’ts”—can help parents navigate this challenging and rewarding journey effectively. Parenting Do’s Show Unconditional Love Love is …
Twenty secrets for effective parenting
By Dr. Meenakshi Iyer Parenting is a journey filled with learning, patience, and moments of joy. No two children are alike, and there’s no universal manual for raising them, yet certain principles can guide us in nurturing confident, compassionate, and well-rounded individuals. Here are some fundamental parenting tips that contribute to a successful and meaningful parent-child relationship. 1. Be a …
How to Raise a Resilient Child by Dr. Meenakshi Iyer
One of the most vital and rewarding tasks undertaken by parents is the raising of a resilient child. The ability to bounce back from adversity, adapt to challenges, and keep going is an important skill for success and well-being in life. While some individuals appear to possess an inherent advantage over others, resilience is a skill that develops over time. …
