Focus on the Family Equipping Parents Podcast

Kids and even parents feel the constant temptation to scroll on a smartphone. Danny and John explain why it's such a draw to pull out your phone. Plus, Jim Daly talks with Courtney Ellis, who speaks about some of the ways she's struggled with being on a screen for too long, even while raising kids. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Uncluttered for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Four Conversations Parents Should Have With Their Kids About Digital Devices Is Your Life a Crazy Mess? If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Sometimes, we all need to get rid of clutter in our homes! But how do you decide what to throw away and what to keep? Courtney Ellis talks with Jim Daly about how she made the difficult decision to let a childhood table go. And, if you regret getting rid of a few things, John and Danny will give you a dose of encouragement. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Uncluttered for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Is Your Life a Crazy Mess? 10 Better Ways to Clean the House With Your Kids If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What are your kids passionate about? Danny tells John a story about a passion his daughter developed at a young age. You'll then hear Janel Breitenstein speak to Jim Daly about teaching your kids to find their identity in who God says they are, not in what others think of them. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Permanent Markers for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Little Big Dreamers — Nurture Their Talents Who am I? — Your Child’s Identity If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How often does your child ask you "why," about something? When your kid starts asking the why questions about God, that's a beautiful opportunity to be present with them. Janel Breitenstein and Jim Daly discuss why it's good to engage with your kids in spiritual conversations. Plus, John and Danny share how hard times can be an opportunity to set a godly example for your kids. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Permanent Markers for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Practice Makes Parent Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Has your child ever asked you why you're a Christian? How you answer that question is one of the important things you'll do as a parent. Christian apologist J. Warner Wallace speaks with Jim Daly about why he believes Christianity is true. Also, John asks Danny why he believes the Bible is the Word of God. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book So the Next Generation Wil Know for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Teach Kids How to Defend Their Faith Leading Your Child to Christ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How can you teach your kids to love God, and be defenders of the faith? J. Warner Wallace tells Jim Daly part of his story, and common reasons why people believe in God. Plus, John and Danny address why it's good to embrace difficult conversations about God with your pre-teen or teen. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book So the Next Generation Wil Know for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Teach Kids How to Defend Their Faith Helping Children See God as Relevant to Their Lives If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Helping a son or daughter get through the teen years isn't just one conversation. It's more like a series of discussions. Danny and John will encourage you to create an environment where your son or daughter can talk to you about anything. Also, Jim Daly and a group of parents share about why it's good to have honest conversations with your children. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the Launch into the Teen Years Kit for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Personal Identity Formation in the Age of Authenticity Walking Alongside Your Teen If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How do you prepare your child for the teen years? While there's no magic formula, Danny and John will share when it's a good time to start having discussions with your son or daughter about puberty. Plus Jim Daly speaks with a group of parents who took their kids through a Focus curriculum called Launch Into the Teen Years. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Uncluttered for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Walking Alongside Your Teen Personal Identity Formation in the Age of Authenticity If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What do you do when there's something in your house you want to get rid of, but your kids want to keep? Danny tells John about a time this very scenario happened in his home. Also, to help you be more organized, Jim Daly and Courtney Ellis will encourage you to teach your kids generosity, and to be honest with yourself about your spending patterns. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Uncluttered for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime How Do I Declutter My Life? Is your life a crazy mess? If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Does it ever feel like you are running out of space, because you have so much stuff sometimes? Courtney Ellis tells Jim Daly how she's struggled with this very thing as a mom of young kids. Plus, John and Danny will encourage you why taking little steps can go a long way in living a more organized life. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Uncluttered for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime How Do I Declutter My Life? Busy, Busy, Busy If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Choosing joy is essential if you're going to have lasting happiness as a parent. John and Danny address how you can still have joy, even if you're facing difficult circumstances as a mom or dad. Plus, Jim Daly and Janel Breitenstein share how being joyful is ultimately a decision you make, even in your parenting Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Permanent Markers for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Putting God First Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Seeing your son or daughter mature is very rewarding. However, if your child isn't where you want them to be, Jim Daly and Dr. Randy Schroeder will encourage you to not give up. They'll even offer some ideas for how to ask for forgiveness, if you don't get something right. Also, John and Danny will discuss why forgiveness is many times a long process. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Simple Habits for Effective Parenting for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Sorry' Seems to Be the Hardest Word Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How do you pray for a child who's far from God? Jim Daly and Dr. Erwin Lutzer will encourage you to not give up, even when your faith is tested regarding your children. Plus, John and Danny share why it matters to persevere in praying for a prodigal child. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book A Practical Guide for Praying Parents for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Battle Plan: Praying Strategically for Your Children Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Praying for your kids is one of the greatest privileges in life. To help you get started, Jim Daly and Dr. Erwin Lutzer share how praying scripture over your kids is a good strategy. You'll then hear from John and Danny about praying for your kids, even in difficult circumstances. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book A Practical Guide for Praying Parents for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime How to Quit Watching Porn: 7 Strategies for Your Teens Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How do you encourage your kids to save sex for marriage when they hear so many toxic messages from the world? Jim Daly talks to a panel of parents about a creative analogy for encouraging your kids to stay sexually pure. Also, John and Danny offer hope to parents who discover their kids are looking at pornography. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the Launch into the Teen Years Kit for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime How to Quit Watching Porn: 7 Strategies for Your Teens Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Having the sex talk with your kids can be awkward, but it's important for them to hear about it from you as their parent first. Danny shares with John about what age is a good time to have the talk with your kids. Plus, Jim Daly speaks with a group of parents about things they learned when talking to their kids about sexuality. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the Launch into the Teen Years Kit for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Tween and Teen Development Sign Up for the Age and Stage eNewsletter If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Single parenting is very difficult, but if you or someone you know is facing that, there is hope for you. Dr. Roland Warren, who grew up in a single parent home, speaks with Jim Daly about how single moms can let go of guilt. Also, if the something feels off with a child, John and Danny will give some ideas for how a single parent can reset that relationship. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Raising Sons of Promise for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Contact our Counseling Department 4 Ways to Survive Being a Single Mom If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How can you be a father-figure to a kid in your community? Roland Warren tells Jim Daly about a time he reached out to a boy who lost his dad. Plus, John and Danny offer some ideas for being a good father to girls. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Raising Sons of Promise for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime A Single Parent’s Path to Community What Defines a Father? If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

A healthy child is one who serves others. Danny talks with John how he's tried inspiring his kids to help others. Plus, Jim Daly speaks with counselor, Dr. Randy Schroeder on how to instill values like serving and cleanliness in your children. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Simple Habits for Effective Parenting for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Sign Up for the Age and Stage eNewsletter Nurturing a Servant’s Heart in Kids If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Having a good marriage can help bring stability to your children. Jim Daly and Dr. Randy Schroeder will encourage you to fight for a good marriage for the sake of your kids. Also, Danny talks with John about why it matters to his kids that he has a good relationship with his wife. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Simple Habits for Effective Parenting for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Maintaining Your Marriage When You Become Parents Go Ahead Let Your Kids Grade Your Parenting If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Praying for your kids can have an impact that lasts for decades. Dr. Erwin Lutzer tells Jim Daly a story about a time his father prayed over him. Also, if you're wondering if prayer actually makes a difference, John and Danny will share some helpful insights. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Battle Plan: Praying Strategically for Your Children An Essential Guide to Effective Prayer for Family If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

We've all been guilty of being hypocritical at some point. However, how do you respond when your child accuses you of being a hypocrite? Jim Daly and Dr. Erwin Lutzer address some indicators that a parent is not sincere. Plus, John asks Danny about some times he's counseled parents through situations where a child thought the parent was hypocritical. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book A Practical Guide for Praying Parents for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime When Your Kids Reject God Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How do you help your pre-teen or teen navigate the complicated world of the internet? Jim Daly speaks with a panel of parents on how they had some honest conversations with their kids about healthy tech use. You'll then hear from Danny and John who will provide some hope to parents whose kids have faced online bullying. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Launch into the Teen Years Kit for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime How to Prevent Cyberbullying in Your Child’s Life Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

A good indicator of where your child is going is his or her friends. How can you help them use discernment in the friends they choose? Jim Daly chats with a group of parents, who share how they had conversations with their pre-teens about making godly friends. John also asks Danny about ways he and his wife Heather handled the topic of friendship with their kids during the teen years. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Launch into the Teen Years Kit for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Sign Up for the Age and Stage eNewsletter Conversation Starters for Kids, Tweens, Teens, and Adult Children If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

With so many fractured families today, a lot of children question if having a family can still work. How do you inspire your kids to believe marriage and parenting are good things to pursue? Jim Daly and Dr. Roland Warren encourage single moms to cast a vision for their kids' future families. Danny and John will then address how men can still be good dads, even if you didn't have a role model to follow growing up. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Raising Sons of Promise for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Hope and Faith During Single Parent Struggles Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Undealt with childhood trauma can last for years or even decades. If that's part of your past, how do you move forward in a healthy direction? Jim Daly talks with Dr. Roland Warren, who faced a lot of trauma growing up, and has learned to overcome it. John and Danny will also encourage you that it's never too late to find healing. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Raising Sons of Promise for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime How to Recognize the Warning Signs of Childhood Trauma Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Do your kids follow the rules you set, or is it a struggle for them to obey? While some children are more rules oriented than others, Dr. Randy Schroeder will speak with Jim Daly about why rules must be forged inside a healthy relationship with your kids. You'll also hear John and Danny bring up ways that encouragement can influence your child's behavior. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the Simple Habits for Effective Parenting book for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Five Characteristics of Biblical Discipline 4 Easy Ways to Improve the Way You Discipline If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

It's frustrating when you've told a son or daughter to do something, but he or she doesn't listen. How can you discipline them in a way that's effective? Jim Daly and Dr. Randy Schroeder give some very helpful perspectives on handling discipline as a parent. Also, John and Danny will encourage more serious parents to not be too rigid. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the Simple Habits for Effective Parenting book for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Five Characteristics of Biblical Discipline 4 Easy Ways to Improve the Way You Discipline If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

If your son or daughter is making poor choices, it's easy to fixate on wanting them to change. But in those moments, it takes a lot of humility to examine yourself. John and Danny will encourage you to do some difficult self-examinations as a parent. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the A Practical Guide for Praying Parents for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Hope For Parents of Prodigal Children Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

No Christian parent wants to see his or her kids struggle through adulthood. Yet sadly, that's where many parents find themselves today. John and Danny will give hope to parents who have a child that's far from God. You'll also hear from Jim Daly and Dr. Erwin Lutzer, who discuss why focusing too much on your kids' behavior is not helpful. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the A Practical Guide for Praying Parents for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Hope For Parents of Prodigal Children Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Helping your child prepare for the teen years is a critical part of his or her development. Jim Daly talks with three parents who went through the Focus curriculum, Launch into the Teen Years. Plus, John and Danny discuss the vision behind that project. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the Launch into the Teen Years Kit for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime How to Connect With Young Teens Walking Alongside Your Teen If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How do you trust God as a parent when the odds are stacked against you? Ashley Willis tells Jim Daly a powerful story about her friend Katie Ann who faced serious heartbreak. You'll also hear from Danny who talks with John about how he's seen a parent trust God during difficult times. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Peace Pirates for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Contact our Counseling Department Why Does God Allow Suffering? If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Many of us are connected to a single mom in our community. John and Danny address some of the common challenges single mothers go through. Plus, Jim Daly and Dr. Roland Warren discuss how a single mother of boys can nurture her sons in a healthy way. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Raising Sons of Promise for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Contact our Counseling Department Why Did My Dad Leave Me? If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How does a child move on if a parent left him or her growing up? Dr. Roland Warren experienced that very thing, and he shares candidly with Jim Daly about how forgiveness was a process. You'll also hear a word of encouragement to single parents from John and Danny. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Raising Sons of Promise for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Contact our Counseling Department Why Did My Dad Leave Me? If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Have you ever made a small mistake as a parent, but you struggled to forgive yourself over it? John and Danny share that many parents struggle with perfectionism. Also, Jim Daly and Dr. Randy Schroeder discuss better ways to deal with perfectionism by praising your kids and teaching them perseverance. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Simple Habits for Effective Parenting for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Listen to the Practice Makes Parent Podcast Perfect Isn't the Point If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

If you walk into a public setting, so many people are on their phones. In a world so disconnected, how can you find time with your kids? Jim Daly and Dr. Randy Schroeder share why it's critical to give your kids time. Also, John and Danny address why practicing gratitude can help your relationship be more connected. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Simple Habits for Effective Parenting for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Sign Up for the Age and Stage eNewsletter Teaching Kids to Be Thankful If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Sadly, many Christian parents have a child who's far from God. John and Danny address some of the ways the deconstruction movement is influencing young people today. Plus, Dr. Erwin Lutzer and Jim Daly share about how the parable of the prodigal son can give discouraged parents hope Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book A Practical Guide for Praying Parents for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Hope For Parents of Prodigal Children Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How do you respond when your child is disrespectful to you? While disrespect is never excused, their behavior may be because he or she isn't feeling loved. Popular author Dannah Gresh and Jim Daly share why it's important for girls to feel loved so they can show you genuine respect. You'll also hear John and Danny address why boys need to feel affirmed. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Lies Girls Believe bundle for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Parental Respect Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Have you ever imagined the worst-case scenario on what could happen with your children? What if there is a better approach? Jim Daly speaks with Ashley Willis on how she's battled anxiety as a mom. Plus, Danny and John discuss how you can discern the difference between a healthy form of concern and toxic anxiety. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Peace Pirates for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Overcoming Anxiety in Parenting Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Getting angry at your kids is not fun, especially if it turns into an outburst. Ashley Willis talks with Jim Daly about a time she got very mad at her kids during a trip. Also, Danny Huerta and John Fuller share how sometimes anger is rooted in fear. They'll even discuss how you can replace fear with love. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Peace Pirates for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Stages of Motherhood The Vulnerable Truth of Motherhood If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

You may have come from a family where a parent walked out on you. Dr. Roland Warren will share from his own journey about how learning to forgive his absent father brought healing. Plus, Danny and John address why it's important for the other parent to be careful in what you say about the parent who left. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Raising Sons of Promise for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Contact our Counseling Department Hope for Children of Single Parents If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Many of us know at least one single mother in our community. Danny and John share about the need single moms have for supportive friends. Also, Jim Daly and Dr. Roland Warren describe some of the things they each faced while being raised by single moms. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Raising Sons of Promise for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Contact our Counseling Department 4 Ways to Survive Being a Single Mom If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

If you're familiar with the 5 Love Languages, you've heard about physical touch. Counselor Randy Schroeder and Jim Daly share about some ways physical touch can have a positive influence on your kids. Plus, John and Danny will offer you ideas for making your kid feel loved, even if physical touch isn't one of his or her love languages. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Simple Habits for Effective Parenting for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Sign Up for the Age and Stage eNewsletter The 5 Love Languages and Your Teen If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

When your child faces a challenge, how can you be a source of encouragement? Dr. Randy Schroeder talks with Jim Daly about 4 A's parents need to be an encouraging voice to their kids. You'll also hear Danny talk with John about ways he's learned to be a better encourager to his kids. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Simple Habits for Effective Parenting for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Sign Up for the Age and Stage eNewsletter 6 Ways to Develop Self-Confidence and Positive Self-Image in Children If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Many girls go through what's typically coined as a "boy crazy" stage. How do you help her work through that season? John and Danny address how this is common for girls. You'll also hear Jim Daly and Dannah Gresh talk about pointing your daughter to Jesus, even when she wants a boyfriend. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the Lies Girls Believe Bundle for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Is Your Daughter Ready to Date? How to Talk to Your Daughter about Puberty If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

If you have a daughter, you know she craves for connection with friends. But what can you do if she starts getting rejected by her peers? Jim Daly and Dannah Gresh provide encouragement to parents whose daughters feel lonely. Also, Danny talks with John about how he's encouraged his kids to be a good friend to others. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the Lies Girls Believe Bundle for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Confident, Selfless, Grounded: Helping Tween and Teen Daughters Navigate Friendships Ditch the BFF Myth and Become a True Friend If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

No matter how hard you try, you can't be the perfect parent. Jim Daly and Ashley Willis bring up why it's good to let go of perfectionism. Also, Danny and John address what to do when your kid makes a bad decision that you disagree with. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the Peace Pirates for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Sign Up for the Age and Stage eNewsletter Does Performance Drive Your Parenting? If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Many parents struggle with negative self-talk. We'll encourage you to replace the self-deprecating comments with focusing on what you are doing well. Ashley Willis talks with Jim Daly about how she's wrestled with this very thing as a mom. Plus, John and Danny share about the needs dads have to feel affirmed. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the Peace Pirates for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Dismantling Parental Shame Does Performance Drive Your Parenting? If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

If you know someone who is raising kids as a single mom, she likely has a very moving story. Dr. Roland Warren talks with Jim Daly about some of the challenges his mother, who was a single mom, faced in her life. Then, John and Danny discuss how a mom and kids can grieve a father's absence in a healthy way. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the Raising Sons of Promise Book for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Counseling Network A Single Parent’s Path to Community If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

There's a growing number of kids who are growing up without a father in the home. John and Danny share statistics that illustrate the need to reach out to single moms in your community. You'll also hear Jim Daly talk to Dr. Roland Warren, who was raised by his mother growing up. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the Raising Sons of Promise Book for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime 4 Ways to Survive Being a Single Mom A Single Parent’s Path to Community If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.