Maureen O'Brien

One mom, many ideas....

Maureen O’Brien (Dr. Mo to her friends) may have a Ph.D. in Child Psychology, but her credentials as the mother of 16-year old twin boys are just as important to her. She has dedicated her career to helping parents -- and those who work with families of young children -- to feel empowered, valued and less stressed out.

“Parenting is certainly challenging, but it should be joyful as well”, Dr. O’Brien notes. “In today’s busy world, parents often feel lost or in need of guidance as they make choices that influence their families. If I can help them feel good about these choices or reduce their anxiety, then I feel like I’ve done my job.”

Her acclaimed book, Watch Me Grow: I’m One-Two-Three (available on Amazon.com) is one way she reaches out to parents. She is also a frequent speaker on parenting issues in today’s society. Whether she’s addressing one parent’s questions or tackling wider trends in parenting and child development on radio or TV, her down-to-earth, approachable style resonates with parents and professionals alike.

Her latest book (2010) is Advantage, Mom: 20 Tips from a Parenting Pro, available exclusively on www.destinationparenting.com.

In 2007, she launched a website, www.destinationparenting.com, which is dedicated to providing information and resources to parents and those who work with them. As a parenting coach, she does home visits with families, holds consults via Skype and hosts seminars on parenting topics galore.