Parenting Great Kids With Dr. Meg Meeker

In this heartfelt episode of Parenting Great Kids, Dr. Meg Meeker welcomes Rose and Rob Bronstein, founders of Buckets Over Bullying. They share their poignant story of losing their son Nate to cyberbullying and their mission to prevent other families from experiencing similar heartbreak. The Bronsteins discuss Nate's relentless torment through social media, the school's inadequate response, and their journey to advocate for stronger protections for children. They emphasize the need for parent education, school and tech company accountability, and legislative reforms to combat the growing epidemic of online bullying. This episode highlights the crucial need for awareness and collective action to protect our children from digital dangers. Key moments: 02:14 The Incident: A Weekend of Cyberbullying 07:26 School's Response and Legal Battle 10:36 The Aftermath: Seeking Justice 21:46 Wider Implications and National Crisis 23:57 Shocking Cyberbullying Statistics 24:33 The Terrifying Reality of Cyberbullying