Episodes
Dec. 29, 2020
Help Your Teen Value Inner Beauty
Social media adds even more pressure to teens who are already self-conscious about their appearance. John and Danny describe important conversations to have with teens about beauty and body image. Find us online at focusonthe...
Dec. 24, 2020
Discovering Your Child's Unique Strengths
One of the most rewarding aspects of parenting is helping your child identify their calling. John and Danny offer tips for knowing your child well. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMIL...
Dec. 22, 2020
Equipping Your Child to Succeed in College
In a recent study, only 8 percent of parents were confident their teen could schedule a doctor's appointment on their own. John and Danny discuss practical steps to prepare your kids to leave the house. Find us online at focu...
Dec. 17, 2020
Parenting With Grace and Truth
Dr. Kara Powell shares one of her favorite parenting principles: 'As long as you have a relationship, you have influence.' Plus, John and Danny offer advice for parents who are shocked and heartbroken by an adult child's deci...
Dec. 15, 2020
Helping Your Children Build Healthy Relationships
It's good for teens to know you're there when they need guidance. John and Danny offer tips for having meaningful conversations with teenagers. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. G...
Dec. 10, 2020
Reconciling With a Prodigal Child
In the story of the prodigal son in the Bible, the father spotted his son in the distance and ran to meet him. John and Danny help parents prepare for the day their prodigal child returns. Find us online at focusonthefamily.c...
Dec. 8, 2020
Caring for Your Family While Parenting a Prodigal
If you're pouring all your energy into parenting a prodigal child, it can be difficult to be present with your other children. John and Danny offer advice for maintaining relationships during difficult parenting seasons. Find...
Dec. 3, 2020
Fan Into Flame Your Child's Faith
You play a key role in encouraging your child's faith. John and Danny discuss how to embolden your children to stand up for their beliefs. Featuring Lee Nienhuis. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast . Or, ...
Dec. 1, 2020
When You Fear for Your Child's Safety
Does watching the news ever make you terrified for your child's safety? John and Danny offer help for parents who frequently struggle with fear. Featuring Lee Nienhuis. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast ...
Nov. 26, 2020
Help Your Child Develop True Confidence
John and Danny describe the most important life skills to teach your child. Featuring Michael Anderson and Dr. Timothy Johanson. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast . Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY. GIST: The Ess...
Nov. 24, 2020
Simple Steps to Teach Resilience
John and Danny discuss the importance of letting your child problem-solve in everyday life. Featuring Michael Anderson and Dr. Timothy Johanson. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast . Or, call 1-800-A-FAMIL...
Nov. 19, 2020
Raising Spiritual Self-Starters
The most important skill you can teach your teenager is to be a student of God's word. John and Danny share tips for encouraging your teen's faith. Featuring Dr. Kara Powell. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpo...
Nov. 17, 2020
Is Your Child Doubting or Deepening Their Faith?
It's healthy for your kids to explore their doubts about Christianity. John and Danny offer tips for sharing your beliefs with teens and young adults. Featuring Dr. Kara Powell. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentin...
Nov. 12, 2020
Partnering with Your Spouse During Parenting Challenges
John and Danny offer tips to help you and your spouse develop a consistent, united parenting strategy. Featuring Pastor Bill Putman and Pastor Jim Putman. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast . Or, call 1-8...
Nov. 10, 2020
The Root of Prodigal Behavior
John and Danny discuss how to target the deeper spiritual problem behind a prodigal child's behavior. Featuring Pastor Bill Putman and Pastor Jim Putman. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast . Or, call 1-80...
Nov. 5, 2020
Busy Grandparents: Maximize Time with Your Grandchild
John and Danny describe practical ways grandparents -- working or retired -- can bless their adult children and grandchildren. Featuring Glen and Ellen Schuknecht. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast . Or,...
Nov. 3, 2020
Teach Your Child How to Fail
"Lawn mower" parenting -- mowing down every obstacle in your child's path -- won't benefit your kids in the long run. John and Danny offer tips for teaching your child resilience. Featuring Michael Anderson and Dr. Timothy Jo...
Oct. 29, 2020
Liberating Your Teen to Make Decisions
Micromanaging can be a difficult habit to break. John and Danny offer advice to free you from nagging your teen. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast . Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY. GIST: The Essence of Raising ...
Oct. 27, 2020
Crucial Conversations When Adult Children Move Home
If your adult child moves back home, it's important to communicate your expectations from the start. John and Danny discuss keys to healthy relationships with adult children. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpo...
Oct. 22, 2020
What Your Teen Needs Most
Many teenagers experience a lot of high-highs and low-lows -- on a daily basis! John and Danny help parents respond to teenage mood swings. Plus, they outline essential steps for resolving conflict. Find us online at focusont...
Oct. 20, 2020
Discipling Your Grandchildren
To influence your grandchild's faith, start by establishing a strong relationship. John and Danny offer tips for relating to grandchildren of all ages. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast . Or, call 1-800-...
Oct. 15, 2020
Showing Steadfast Love to Prodigal Children
It's usually not helpful to lecture adult children, but you can model Christ's love for them. John and Danny describe how to leave the door open for a relationship with a prodigal child. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com...
Oct. 13, 2020
Finding Stability During Parenting Challenges
You might feel like you're the only one struggling in parenting, but you're not alone. John and Danny discuss how to find support during difficult parenting seasons. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast . O...
Oct. 8, 2020
Strategies for Weary Parents
Motivating your child to do their chores or finish their schoolwork can leave you exhausted. John and Danny offer a simpler strategy for enforcing the rules. Featuring Michael Anderson and Dr. Timothy Johanson. Find us online...