About Us
Empowering Parents, Nurturing Futures
Welcome to Parenting by Dr. Julia, a compassionate and research-driven space where parents, caregivers, and families receive expert guidance to confidently navigate the challenges and triumphs of raising children.
Founded by Dr. Julia DiPierdomenico, MD, a double board-certified psychiatrist with a deep commitment to family mental wellness, Parenting by Dr. Julia was born from a passion for helping parents feel supported, understood, and equipped. Whether you’re navigating toddler tantrums, adolescent anxiety, or the emotional rollercoaster of modern parenting, Dr. Julia offers a holistic, judgment-free approach backed by science and empathy.
Meet Dr. Julia
Dr. Julia DiPierdomenico is a leading psychiatrist based in Tucson, Arizona, and the founder of the award-winning mental health practice Mind Body MD. With a background in both engineering and medicine, she brings a uniquely analytical and compassionate perspective to the complex dynamics of parent-child relationships.
As a mother herself and a practicing psychiatrist with decades of experience, Dr. Julia understands firsthand the pressures parents face. From the guilt that often shadows working parents to the overwhelm of parenting in the digital age, her approach merges clinical expertise with real-world experience. Her belief is simple: When parents thrive, children do too.
Our Mission
At Parenting by Dr. Julia, our mission is to:
- Support parents with clear, practical, and emotionally intelligent tools.
- Normalize the emotional ups and downs of parenting without shame or stigma.
- Educate through science-backed insights rooted in child development, psychiatry, and family systems.
- Empower caregivers to build stronger, healthier connections with their children—regardless of age or stage.
We believe that parenting isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence, connection, and growth.
Where We Differ
What Makes Us Different
Parenting advice is everywhere—but what sets Parenting by Dr. Julia apart is our clinical foundation combined with real-life relatability.
Psychiatric Expertise
Every framework, tip, and strategy is grounded in neuroscience, developmental psychology, and clinical practice.
Heart-Led Approach
We meet you where you are—whether you’re exhausted, confused, or simply seeking a better way.
Whole-Family Wellness
Our approach recognizes that healthy parenting starts with the mental well-being of the caregiver.
Accessible Guidance
Through online programs, articles, workshops, and personalized support, we make expert parenting help available to everyone.
Who We Help
Parenting by Dr. Julia is for:
- New parents feeling overwhelmed and anxious
- Parents of toddlers, kids, or teens struggling with behavior, boundaries, or emotional regulation
- Working moms and dads balancing careers with connection
- Families navigating divorce, co-parenting, or blended family dynamics
- Parents of neurodiverse children seeking structured, compassionate strategies
- Anyone ready to move from surviving parenthood to thriving in it
No matter where you are in your parenting journey, you’re not alone—and you’re in the right place.
Our Promise
Parenting by Dr. Julia is more than a website or a resource hub—it’s a movement to bring sanity, clarity, and connection back to parenting. We promise to always:
- Lead with empathy
- Deliver evidence-based insights
- Cut through the noise of parenting trends with clarity
- Celebrate progress over perfection
Your family is unique. Your parenting journey should be, too.
