Although the United States is a melting pot, the best way to teach your children about other cultures is to take a trip and experience it firsthand. In this episode, Dr. Meg talks with Tsh Oxenreider, author, blogger, and podcast host, about her travels across the world with her husband and children. And although it’s not always practical for everyone, we can learn a lot from Tsh’s experiences abroad. Also in this episode Dr. Meg gives you her three points to ponder to begin using right away and answers a question from a mom whose husband struggles with anger when speaking to their son. Do you have a question for Dr. Meg? If so, email them to askmeg@megmeekermd.com and she could answer your question in an upcoming episode!   0:00 – AD – EDUCATION A LA CARTE Want your child to flourish in their school environment? To master real-life skills? To succeed in their future endeavors? Now’s the time to actively engage with your child’s education, with Education a la Carte. In this practical book, parenting expert and longtime educator Dr. Kevin Leman takes the guesswork out of choosing the best schooling for your child. He explores the pros and cons of public, private, and charter schools, as well as homeschooling and online schooling. Visit Revellbooks.com to learn more!   0:44 – AD – MAGOOSH Do you know a high school student preparing for the ACT or SAT? Magoosh online test prep provides everything students need to get a great score and one step closer to their dream school! They offer study schedules, practice questions, practice tests, video lessons and support from expert tutors. Visit magoosh.com and enter the promo code MEG for a 20% off discount.   1:45 – WELCOME Dr. Meg introduces the topic “Teaching Your Kids About Other Cultures”. She also teases her conversation with Tsh Oxenreider, her three points to ponder, and a question from a mom whose husband struggles with anger when speaking to their son.   2:54 – POINTS TO PONDER Dr. Meg gives you three points to ponder as you learn more about teaching your kids about other cultures.   9:44 – PARENTING RESOURCES Dr. Meg understands that talking to your kids about sex is uncomfortable and wants you to have the tools you need to make this conversation easier and more effective. Check out Dr. Meg’s digital toolkit, “How To Have The Talk With Your Child” to get ready for the initial conversation. Go to megmeekermd.com and click on “Parenting Resources” to find out more!   12:21 – A CONVERSATION WITH TSH OXENREIDER (PART 1) Dr. Meg sits down with Tsh Oxenreider to talk about what she and her family learned while traveling abroad for nine months. They discuss how to teach your kids about other cultures, even if it isn’t practical for your family to take an extended trip around the world.   29:18 – AD – SUNBASKET Now that it’s back-to-school season, it feels like there’s a million new things to do every day. And getting a balanced, healthy, kid-friendly dinner on the table every night is easier said than done. Now you can cook delicious, nutritionist-approved recipes the whole family will love, with the new Family Menu from Sun Basket. Each week, Sun Basket features a recipe co-created with Chef Tyler Florence of the Food Network. Go to SunBasket.com/MEG today to get $35 off your first order! 
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   31:38 – A CONVERSATION WITH TSH OXENREIDER (PART 2) Dr. Meg sits down with Tsh Oxenreider to talk about what she and her family learned