Do your kids shut down when you try to talk? In this episode, Dr. Meg Meeker is joined by licensed therapist Beliza Perez, the creator of FAM Gabs, for a sponsored conversation on how to build emotional closeness through simple, intentional questions.You’ll learn why some kids stop sharing, how to avoid parent-child communication traps, and what to do instead. Beliza shares therapy-based tools—including non-verbal techniques and calming rituals—that help parents raise emotionally safe and connected kids.In This Episode:<ul><li>Conversation hacks that unlock emotional connection</li><li>The #1 reason kids stop opening up—and how to reverse it</li><li>Why "quality time" doesn't have to mean more time</li><li>How to create low-pressure, trust-building moments</li><li>Tools like finger mazes and prompt cards that actually work</li></ul>This episode includes a sponsored segment in collaboration with FAM Gabs.🎉 Join the Parenting Great Kids Community, where you'll find support from like-minded parents who are committed to raising emotionally healthy, spiritually strong, and digitally safe kids.Join today at<a href="https://meekerparenting.com/community" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> meekerparenting.com/community</a>⏱️ Episode Breakdown:00:00 – Welcome to Parenting Great Kids00:31 – What kids are stressed about (but not saying)01:10 – Meet Beliza Perez, therapist and creator of FAM Gabs01:35 – How FAM Gabs helps spark real conversations02:56 – Top conversation starters that work03:51 – Parental reactions: Hesitation and surprise05:24 – Creating safety through open-ended questions07:01 – The therapy roots of FAM Gabs09:10 – Using tools like FAM Gabs in real-life families15:06 – Common issues in child and teen therapy16:32 – Navigating personality differences in families16:45 – Why communication is key to healing18:26 – The creative journey behind the questions18:58 – How to ask questions that build trust20:37 – What nonverbal cues reveal about your child22:27 – Why short, mindful moments matter more24:28 – What’s next for FAM Gabs27:33 – Using finger mazes for anxiety relief28:57 – Where to get FAM Gabs29:26 – Final takeaways from Dr. Meg and BelizaBeliza Perez is a licensed therapist and the founder of FAM Gabs, a family conversation card deck that empowers parents to build stronger emotional bonds with their kids. Her clinical work and creative tools center on healing through connection.Resources & Links:Get your own FAM Gabs → https://www.famgabs.com Work with Dr. Meg → <a href="https://meekerparenting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://meekerparenting.com</a>Our Sponsors<ul><li>Hungryroot – 40% off plus a free item in every box at<a href="https://hungryroot.com/drmeg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> hungryroot.com/drmeg</a> with code DRMEG</li><li>Fam Gabs – Spark real conversations with your kids using this therapist-designed card deck. Search Fam Gabs on Amazon and use code DRMEGPOD for 10% off</li><li>K12-powered schools – Tuition-free, accredited online public education for K–12 at<a href="https://k12.com/DRMEG" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> K12.com/DRMEG</a></li><li>Thrive Causemetics – Clean, vegan beauty that gives back. Get 10% off your first order at<a href="https://thrivecausemetics.com/DRMEG" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ThriveCausemetics.com/DRMEG</a></li></ul>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

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