
Focus on the Family Equipping Parents Podcast
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The Legacy of Praying Parents
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.

Hypocritical Parents
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 Your Teens Handle Technology
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.

Teens and Their Friends
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.

Giving Your Children Hope for Their Future Families
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.

Don’t Stuff Away Childhood Trauma
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.

Privileges, Praise and Labels
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.

Reigning in the Discipline
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.

When You Get Something Wrong as a Parent
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.

Good Kids, or Godly Kids?
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 Teen Launch Well
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.

Bennett’s Flower from Heaven
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.

The Challenges of a Single Mom
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.

Forgiving the Dad Who Left
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.

Perfectionism, Praise and Perseverance
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.

The Greatest Compliment a Parent Gives
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.

Praying for a Prodigal Child
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.

When Your Child is Disrespectful
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.

Replacing Anxiety with God’s Peace
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.

Why Did I Have an Angry Outburst?
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.

Forgiving the Parent Who Left
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.

When Single Parents Struggle to Move Forward
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.

The Difference Physical Touch Can Make
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.

The 4 A’s Your Kid Needs
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.

When Your Daughter is Boy Crazy
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.

A Lie Your Daughter Faces About Her Friendships
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.

Let Go of Perfection and Control
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.

Practicing Healthy Self-Talk as a Parent
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.

Grieving the Dad Who Left
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.

A Safe Place for Single Moms
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.

Getting Kids to Earn Your Respect
It's a wonderful thing for kids to show you honor, but how can it become a normal part of your parenting? John and Danny will remind you why true honor isn't achieved by being harsh. Plus, Jim Daly and Dr. Randy Schroeder bring up ways you and your children can show each other respect. 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 Find the Best of Parenting Resources Raising Healthy, Resilient Kids If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Strong Moral Character & Determination
What character traits are essential for your kids to have? Jim Daly and Dr. Randy Schroeder explain why godly character and determination are things your child needs for success in life. Also, John Fuller and Dr. Danny Huerta encourage parents who are afraid that their kids will abandon the godly principles their parents taught them. 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 Find the Best of Parenting Resources Raising Healthy, Resilient Kids If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dealing with Loneliness & Cyberbullying
The internet is a wonderful tool, but if your child isn't careful, he or she could encounter online bullying. Jim Daly and Dannah Gresh address some of the dangers kids are facing today with the internet. You'll also hear John Fuller and Dr. Danny Huerta talk about how to respond if your child faces online bullying. 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 Bullying and Cyberbullying Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Biggest Lie About God
What if your child is making bad choices because he or she believes lies about God's character? Jim Daly speaks to Dannah Gresh about a lie girls are tempted to believe regarding the Lord. Plus, Danny and John address lies that boys tend to battle. 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 3 Ways to Help Your Child Deal With Peer Pressure Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Ending Comparison Before It Hurts You
By clicking on an app, you can see a snapshot of how other parents are raising their kids. But we must remember that social media doesn't show us the full picture. Danny and John share ways that social media has influenced parenting. Plus, Jim Daly and Ashley Willis talk about why it's good to let go of comparison in your parenting. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Peace Pirates for Effective Parenting for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime The Vulnerable Truth of Motherhood Sign Up for the Age and Stage eNewsletter If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Letting Go of Control & Unrealistic Expectations
It's easy to find your identity in your children's performance, but it's also very unhealthy. Ashley Willis talks with Jim Daly about how she's struggled with that as a mom. Also, Danny chats with John on ways he's learned to work through unrealistic expectations as a dad. Receive the book Peace Pirates 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 Vulnerable Truth of Motherhood If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Reasons to Celebrate as a Parent
How can you find ways to celebrate things as a parent? Jim Daly talks with Courtney Ellis about ways she's learned to celebrate spiritual progress in her kids. Plus, Danny and John share how to enjoy seeing your kids mature in their relationship with God. Receive the book Almost Holy Mama for Effective Parenting for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Leading Your Child to Christ Learning From the Prayer Life of Jesus If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Time with God, Throughout the Day
When your kids are little, is making consistent time for God even possible? Danny talks with John about what that season of parenting was like for him. Plus, Jim Daly speaks to Courtney Ellis about how she had to make adjustments to spend time with the Lord while raising little kids. Receive the book Almost Holy Mama for Effective Parenting for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Learning From the Prayer Life of Jesus Attuning to God’s Presence and Calling If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Be a Good Influence, Not a Controller
What are your biggest hopes for your kids? Dr. Randy Schroeder and Jim Daly discuss three essential things every child needs. Also, Danny and John share why some of Dr. Schroeder's parenting essentials matter as you're raising your kids. Receive the bookSimple Habits for Effective Parenting for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Find the Best of Parenting Resources Raising Healthy, Resilient Kids If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Staying Silent When You Want to Scream
When your young adult child makes a decision that you strongly disagree with, should you speak up or remain silent? John and Danny give some pointers on whether or not to speak up in that situation. You'll also hear Jim Daly talk with Brenda Garrison on how she reconciled with her daughter Katie. Receive the book Love No Matter What for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Contact our Counseling Department Redrawing Boundaries with Adult Children If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

When Your Daughter Faces Loneliness
If you have a daughter, you know that she craves connection. Jim Daly and author Dannah Gresh address why God designed girls for relationships. Plus, Danny and John share about ways a dad can be involved in his daughter's social life. 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 Conversation Starters for Kids, Tweens, Teens, and Adult Children If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Perfectly Imperfect Parents
You want so much to do the right thing, but if we're honest, parenting is filled with mistakes. Jim Daly and Dr. Kathy Koch will encourage you to keep going, even after you've made a mistake as a parent. Also, John and Danny bring up how to celebrate small bits of progress as a parent. Receive the book Resilient Kids for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime How to Raise Adaptable Kids Allowing God to Make the Mess the Message If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Mommy Martyrdom Syndrome
When you're running from one thing to the next, it can be easy to get burned out as a parent. Danny and John share how many parents say they are exhausted, and Jim Daly talks with Ashley Willis about something called Mommy Martyrdom Syndrome. Receive the book Peace Pirates for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Embracing Your Version of Motherhood Stages of Motherhood If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

When You and Your Kid Freak Out
Sometimes, you try things as a parent that don't go as you'd planned. Danny shares with John about a time that happened in his parenting, and Ashley Willis talks with Jim Daly about some lessons she learned after a kayaking trip didn't go so well. 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 Embracing Your Version of Motherhood If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Peace of Mind for When You Travel
Traveling with little kids can be very stressful, but also meaningful. Jim Daly talks with Courtney Ellis, who's a mom of young kids, about things she's learned from traveling with children. Plus, John and Danny share how to keep your focus on God, even in stressful moments. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Almost Holy Mama for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Adventures in Odyssey Why Families Need Vacations If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

God is There, Even When You’re Tired
Having little kids is wonderful, but also exhausting. John and Danny share about the demands of when each of their kids were small. Plus, Courtney Ellis talks with Jim Daly about how she needed help during a difficult pregnancy. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Almost Holy Mama for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime At Your End? So is Jesus How to Be a Better Mom If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

After Your Child Has Already Rebelled
When a child rebels, there's hardly ever a simple answer as to why. John and Danny will speak to parents who are blaming themselves for their children's behavior. Plus, Jim Daly talks with Branda Garrison about changes she needed to make in how she communicated with her daughter Katie. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Love No Matter What for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Download "Building Bridges with Your Adult Child" Hope For Parents of Prodigal Children Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

When a Child Prefers Your Spouse Over You
Have you ever felt like you couldn't get along well with a certain child, but your spouse could? Branda Garrison shares with Jim Daly about how she navigated that very scenario in her own parenting. Plus, John and Danny offer hope to parents who are not on good speaking terms with an adult child. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Love No Matter What for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Download "Building Bridges with Your Adult Child" Contact our Counseling Department Redrawing Boundaries with Adult Children If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

When Your Kid is Stuck
How do you respond when your son or daughter has a hard time figuring something out? Danny shares with John about a time one of his kids was struggling with getting stuck. Plus, Dr. Kathy Koch speaks with about Jim Daly about responding well when you're tempted to be frustrated with a child. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "Resilient Kids" and for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Sign up for the Live It Challenge How to Raise Adaptable Kids If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Encouraging Your Child’s Talents & Abilities
Your child is uniquely designed by God with special talents. John and Danny discuss the power of a parent's encouragement, and Jim Daly and Dr. Kathy Koch bring up how to recognize what your child is good at. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "Resilient Kids" and for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Find the Best of Parenting Resources How to Raise Adaptable Kids If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.