Episode 396: #92-2 Parenting Advice: Emotional Resilience in Children & Families

In Episode 2 of our quality improvement series on parenting advice in pediatric practice, we focus on the role pediatricians can play in supporting emotional resilience for both children and their parents. Host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP and guest Ryan Gottfredson, DO begin by discussing why quality improvement matters in clinical practice and how small, intentional changes can help pediatricians incorporate meaningful parenting guidance into routine care.The conversation explores modern parenting challenges, including stress, toxic levels of stress, and strategies for building resilience. We discuss how parents can teach resilience by modeling healthy behaviors, while maintaining balanced boundaries that provide children with both structure and support. Additional topics include helping children navigate failure, fostering independence, and finding the balance between parental authority and recognizing the humanity of both parents and children.Finally, we address a practical challenge familiar to every pediatrician: how to make space for these important conversations during a well-child visit when time is limited. The episode offers ideas for integrating parenting guidance into everyday clinical encounters without adding an unrealistic burden to already busy practices.Have a question? Email [email protected] more information about available credit, visit vCurb.com.ACCME Accreditation StatementThis activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Colorado Medical Society through the joint providership of Kansas Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics and Utah Chapter, AAP.  Kansas Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics is accredited by the Colorado Medical Society to provide continuing medical education for physicians. AMA Credit Designation StatementKansas Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.