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Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast
Christian mom or dad, could you use some encouragement and support? Put your ear buds in for this Christian parenting podcast and get practical, faith-based inspiration through all stages of parenting — raising toddlers, navigating the school-age years, preparing for puberty, and seeing your teen soar with confidence. Hosted by Danny Huerta, in every 8 to 15 minute episode, you’ll hear parenting experts share Biblical truths, effective parenting techniques, and useful resources that will help you feel equipped as a mom or dad in today’s culture.
Recent Episodes
2008
Aug. 28, 2026
Staying Organized in the School Year
Is it a challenge for you to keep the house clean? As we approach a new school year, Kristi Clover and Jim Daly offer young moms some encouragement for how to teach kids to clean. Plus, John and Danny will give some guidelines for how to make cleaning fun, even if you kid doesn't want to do it. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. M.O.M.: Master Organizer of Mayhem Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Simple Ways to Organize Your Home a
2010
Aug. 26, 2026
If a Kid Disrespects You
Is your teenager being disrespectful to you? Danny and John cover the different ways boys and girls can show disrespect towards parents. Plus, Jim Daly and Dr. John Townsend discuss what to do if your son or daughter isn't giving you proper respect. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Establishing Healthy Boundaries with Your Teens (Digital) Speak to a counselor Listen to Focus Live on Godcaster
2009
Aug. 24, 2026
Stay Flexible, Give Yourself Grace
Do you consider yourself a rule-follower or a go with the flow type? Melissa Hannigan joins Jim Daly to encourage moms and dads to be more flexible. Also, John and Danny provide some encouragement to parents who are more bent towards following the rules. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Inconvenient Parenting Parenting Styles Quiz Instilling God-Given Qualities into Your Children (Digital) Speak to a counselor Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenti
2007
Aug. 17, 2026
Working Through Middle School Challenges
Middle school is a challenging time for many, but it doesn't have to be wasted. Jonathan Catherman and his sons Reed and Cole join Jim Daly to share a positive way for you and your kids to approach middle school. Then, John and Danny share how to respond well if your child makes poor choices in the middle school years. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. The Manual to Middle School Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Braving Middle Sch
2006
Aug. 12, 2026
If a Kid Misbehaves at School
What are the underlying reasons behind your child's misbehavior? Linda Ranson Jacobs tells Jim Daly a story about when her son was misbehaving at school, and how they worked through it. Plus, Danny and John explain how taking time to pray will help you better relate to your kids. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. The Single Parent Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Finding Hope and Joy While Single Parenting (Digital) Speak to a cou
2005
Aug. 10, 2026
Getting Kids to do Homework
Is one of your kids struggling to get his or her homework completed? John and Danny share some statistics on how many kids and parents are battling homework frustrations. Then, Jim Daly talks to Erin MacPherson and Ellen Schuknecht about some solutions for what you can do if your child is struggling with homework. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. The Christian Mama’s Guide to the Grade School Years Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessmen
2004
Aug. 5, 2026
Boundaries to Help You Bond
Do you lean more towards being a rule-follower or wanting to have fun with your kids? Jonathan McKee and Jim Daly discuss why a healthy parent needs both rules and relationship. Danny will follow that up with some thoughts on having good boundaries with your kids during the school year. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. If I Had a Parenting Do Over Parenting Resource Page Balancing Bonding and Boundaries as a Parent (Digital) Listen to Focus Live on
2003
Aug. 3, 2026
Lessons from a Homeschooling Mom
More parents in the Christian community are trying homeschooling. But how do you know if it's the right move for you and your children? Monica Swanson talks to Jim Daly about some of the things she learned from choosing to homeschool her kids. John and Danny will also address parents who want to homeschool but are concerned about their kids' social lives. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Becoming Homeschoolers Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenti
2002
July 29, 2026
Playing Sports for Character, Not Identity
Many kids today feel overly pressured to perform well in sports. Brian Smith and Dr. Ed Uszynski speak with Jim Daly on how parents can have a proper perspective on when their kids play sports. Also, Danny gives you some encouragement if you realize you've been putting too much pressure on your kids in athletics. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Away Game Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Teaching Kids Character Through Sports (Di
2001
July 27, 2026
Hope for the Overly Stressed Mom
Many young parents feel very overwhelmed by the demands they face. Christi Straub talks to Jim Daly about how she felt exhausted with young children. Also, John and Danny offer hope to dads who feel tired. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Famous at Home Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment 8 Ways To Cultivate Relationships And Joy With Your Kids (Digital Download) Counseling Consultation and Referrals Slow Down to Create Margin for F
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