EP: 8 Building Strong Parent-Child Relationships with Dr. Maureen O’Brien

Welcome back to This Is How She Does It with your host, Angela Lee! In this heart-centered and wisdom-packed episode, Angela is joined by Maureen O’Brien, Ph.D., a developmental psychologist, parenting expert, and founder of Destination Parenting.

With over 30 years of experience and personal insight as a mom of twins, Maureen shares powerful tools to help parents better understand and support their children’s emotional and social development—while also caring for their own well-being.

Together, they explore:
🎯  The foundational importance of early parent-child relationships
🎯  How to rebuild connection after hard moments
🎯  Navigating different parenting styles with your partner
🎯 Managing your own expectations and emotions as a parent

Whether you're in the thick of toddlerhood or navigating the tween years, this episode offers practical, grace-filled guidance to help you show up as the parent you want to be.

🔊 Tune in and walk away with real-world wisdom, encouragement, and a deeper sense of connection—to yourself and your kids.

 

Connect with Maureen on LinkedIn or visit her website: www.destinationparenting.com

 

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