One of the reasons I do what I do on the Dr. Laura Program is to ultimately protect children. I wish there didn't need to be foster care because so many parents are abusive or neglectful ... Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram X.com/DrLauraProgram Pinterest.com/DrLaura You...
Sep 21, 2023•44 min
You thought surviving the terrible two's was tough? Well strap in, because the tumultuous teens can be at least as rough. Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram Twitter.com/DrLauraProgram Pinterest.com/DrLaura YouTube.com/DrLaura Become a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www....
Sep 14, 2023•47 min
I believe losing a child is the most difficult tragedy any parent can go through. And that includes losing a child during pregnancy. Miscarriages are common... Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram Twitter.com/DrLauraProgram Pinterest.com/DrLaura YouTube.com/DrLaura Become a...
Sep 07, 2023•42 min
When it comes to finding a love that will last, you need to be a little cold-blooded. I know that doesn't sound very nice. It may not even make sense to you at first, but hear me out. Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram Twitter.com/DrLauraProgram Pinterest.com/DrLaura YouT...
Aug 31, 2023•47 min
When Jenny called about her soon-to-be stepdaughter's bratty attitude, it wasn't too late for Jenny to avoid the mistake of becoming a stepmother... Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram Twitter.com/DrLauraProgram Pinterest.com/DrLaura YouTube.com/DrLaura Become a Dr. Laura ...
Aug 24, 2023•42 min
Research shows that fifty percent or more of divorcees later say they regret their decision to split. In my opinion, most marriages careening towards divorce can be saved. Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram Twitter.com/DrLauraProgram Pinterest.com/DrLaura YouTube.com/DrLa...
Aug 17, 2023•41 min
Hear my latest Dr. Laura LIVE at SiriusXM Los Angeles Studios event on this week's podcast. Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram Twitter.com/DrLauraProgram Pinterest.com/DrLaura YouTube.com/DrLaura Become a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com/ See https://www.drlaura.com/privacy-policy for privacy information...
Aug 10, 2023•51 min
I love to get calls from women asking me how will they know when they're ready to have a baby? Well just thinking about what it takes to be a parent is an important step to few take. Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram Twitter.com/DrLauraProgram Pinterest.com/DrLaura YouTu...
Aug 03, 2023•54 min
Don't Buy The Feminist Lie! - Parents, you've been lied to. You've been told that it's not a problem putting your career above your babies ... Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram Twitter.com/DrLauraProgram Pinterest.com/DrLaura YouTube.com/DrLaura Become a Dr. Laura Family...
Jul 27, 2023•44 min
It may have stopped mattering to you, but, 99.9999 percent of the time, it doesn't stop mattering to your husband. Even when your lives are uber-busy with children and responsibilities. Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram Twitter.com/DrLauraProgram Pinterest.com/DrLaura Yo...
Jul 20, 2023•45 min
One of the most upsetting types of calls I get on my program are those about inheritance. There are two schools of thought, and in my opinion they're both right. Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram Twitter.com/DrLauraProgram Pinterest.com/DrLaura YouTube.com/DrLaura Become...
Jul 13, 2023•45 min
I thought being mommy to one child was terrific...amazing...wonderful...and EXTREEEEEEMELY challenging – especially in the early years! So, I admire all you parents who choose to do it more than once! When a new baby comes into the family, everyone has to adjust. Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura In...
Jul 06, 2023•45 min
Have you ever heard me say, “Choose Wisely, Treat Kindly”? It's one of the phrases I'm best known for. I say it frequently because it's the essence of what makes a relationship work. Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram Twitter.com/DrLauraProgram Pinterest.com/DrLaura YouTu...
Jun 29, 2023•47 min
Think of adoption this way– a father doesn't get a 9-month connection by carrying the baby in utero, but he still falls in love the first time he sees it. And that's what happens for both parents when you adopt. My latest Deep Dive episode is up, and it's all about the wonderful option of adoption. Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on s...
Jun 22, 2023•43 min
In-law problems are no laughing matter. You've inherited these people as part of your family through marriage, and if you can't fnd ways to communicate and get along, at least superficially, the problems with your extended family will likely become problems right in your very own home. Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: ...
Jun 15, 2023•56 min
Life with a pet is bittersweet because, when they die --- which they inevitably do --- they take a piece of our hearts with them. Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram Twitter.com/DrLauraProgram Pinterest.com/DrLaura YouTube.com/DrLaura Become a Dr. Laura Family Member: http...
Jun 07, 2023•47 min
For decades I've dealt with parents frustrated by kiddos who won't get out of bed on time for school, lie about brushing their teeth, argue about doing their chores and so on ... Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram Twitter.com/DrLauraProgram Pinterest.com/DrLaura YouTube.c...
May 31, 2023•50 min
Regular listeners of my program know that I spell retirement D-E-A-D. My plan is to never retire. Why would I? Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram Twitter.com/DrLauraProgram Pinterest.com/DrLaura YouTube.com/DrLaura Become a Dr. Laura Family Member: https://www.drlaura.com...
May 24, 2023•46 min
This past Friday, I did a special live show at SiriusXM Los Angeles studios. Guess who joined me on stage to show off her tricks?! Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram Twitter.com/DrLauraProgram Pinterest.com/DrLaura YouTube.com/DrLaura Become a Dr. Laura Family Member: htt...
May 17, 2023•53 min
Anxiety in kids is a serious problem, in part because they're not being taught how to cope with life's inevitable challenges. In today's podcast we'll look at what's hurting our kids and how parents can help. Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram Twitter.com/DrLauraProgram P...
May 10, 2023•44 min
The saying, "once a cheater, always a cheater," isn't necessarily true. Let's take a deep dive into cheating and talk about how you can save your marriage and maybe even turn things around to the point that it’s better than before. Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram Twitt...
May 03, 2023•36 min
It's hard enough to parent even if your children aren't a little defiant. Let's dive into the topic of how to handle kids who resist being parented! Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram Twitter.com/DrLauraProgram Pinterest.com/DrLaura YouTube.com/DrLaura Become a Dr. Laura ...
Apr 26, 2023•40 min
Whenever I've discussed my bestselling book, “The Proper Care & Feeding of Husbands” on social media, there's inevitably a chorus of women who comment with, “I'll read this book when you write one about how husbands should treat their wives!” Take a deep dive with me today into the topic of what women need from their men... Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/mak...
Apr 19, 2023•34 min
When people ask what I do for a living I say, “I try to save kids!” And marriages. And families. And I love when my listeners help. Let's save one kid, marriage and family at a time like the story of the starfish, which is the focus of todays Deep Dive Podcast. Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Inst...
Apr 12, 2023•31 min
Don't be part of the problem, be the solution! Today I'm launching my new weekly podcast with parenting front and center. In this first "deep dive," I'm discussing the typical mistakes parents make, which foster a sense of entitlement and a lack of accountability in their children. Email questions or comments: drlaura@drlaura.com Participate on the radio program: call 1-800-Dr-Laura / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment https://www.drlaura.com/make-an-appointment . Follow on social media: Face...
Apr 05, 2023•40 min
This is Dr. Laura, my brand new podcast Dr. Laura's Deep Dive is almost here! It's launching on Wednesday, April 5th ... It’s called “Dr. Laura’s Deep Dive” and every week, I’ll take an in-depth look at one of the subjects that often comes up on my daily SiriusXM program. I’ll have an opportunity to explore the topics that you’ve told me you want to hear more about, offering new analysis and advice on some of life’s perplexing problems in the areas of marriage, parenting, relationships and more....
Mar 27, 2023•50 sec
This is Dr. Laura. I want to tell you about a brand-new podcast that I’ll be introducing on Wednesday, April 5. It’s called “Dr. Laura’s Deep Dive” and every week, I’ll take an in-depth look at one of the subjects that often comes up on my daily SiriusXM program. I’ll have an opportunity to explore the topics that you’ve told me you want to hear more about, offering new analysis and advice on some of life’s perplexing problems in the areas of marriage, parenting, relationships and more. So, get ...
Mar 17, 2023•44 sec