Ep.298: Why Your Child Misbehaves – And How to Fix It Without Yelling

In this episode of Parenting Great Kids , Dr. Meg Meeker is joined by Tia Slightman to explore the "why" behind your child's behavior. Together, they provide simple, effective strategies for disciplining with love and respect —without power struggles or emotional explosions. You’ll learn how your own personality influences your discipline style, how to set firm boundaries , and how to stay calm even when your child isn’t. They also dive into the Behavior Needs Roadmap, helping you handle challenging behaviors with confidence. Plus, there's encouragement for single parents and those navigating trauma recovery with children. Whether you're parenting a strong-willed child or just tired of yelling, this episode offers hope—and real tools you can use today. Tia Slightman is a parenting strategist and creator of the Behavior Needs Roadmap . She helps parents decode their child’s behavior and discipline with empathy and consistency. Learn more at As Heard on PGK Check out other books we've talked about on the podcast. Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Ep.298: Why Your Child Misbehaves – And How to Fix It Without Yelling is an episode from Parenting Great Kids with Dr. Meg Meeker by Dr. Meg Meeker.

This episode is 00:36:16 long.

This episode was published on Oct 24, 2025.

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