Episodes

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 "...

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 ...

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 Lis...

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 y...

As a parent, you long for peace and joy. But how do you find them when life feels chaotic? Ashley Willis talks with Jim Daly about lessons we can learn from Jesus on what real peace looks like. You'll also hear John and Danny share about how to remind yourself Jesus is with you, even during a parenting storm. 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 Pa...

Have you ever seen your child in pain to the point you started asking God, "why?" Danny and John discuss how they've seen parents wrestle with the the "why God," questions. Also, Jim Daly chats with Julie Hornok about how she's learned to trust God, even with a daughter on the autism spectrum. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "United in Autism" and a CD for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parent...

What's your most embarrassing moment? John and Danny share some of their embarrassing stories, and also how God's peace is a sustaining force when parenting feels crazy. Plus, Jim Daly speaks with Courtney Ellis on what she learned after a washer broke down. 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 5 Spiritual Disciplines to Strengthen You...

When you're caught in the next thing parenting requires of you, it can be difficult to make time to pray. Courtney Ellis talks with Jim Daly about how she made time to pray when doing laundry for her little kids. Then, you'll hear John Fuller and Danny Huerta provide some encouragement to the parents who feel like they keep getting distracted from things like prayer. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Almost Holy Mama for your dona...

One of the most challenging things for a Christian parent is seeing a child make poor choices. If you or someone you're close to is in that situation, Danny and John will give some ideas for how to pray for a rebellious child. Also, Jim Daly and Brenda Garrison address how she navigated through a time where her young adult daughter made poor choices. 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 am...

It's common for some kids to struggle with cleaning. But how important is it for their overall maturity? Jim Daly chats with Brenda Garrison about how one of her daughters struggled with being a messy child. You'll also hear John and Danny address the myth that says, "cleanliness is next to godliness." 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 Pare...

What did you dream your child would become when he or she was little? John and Danny discuss some of the aspirations their kids had growing up. Plus, Jim Daly and Dr. Kathy Koch share about showing your child unconditional love, even when they don't accomplish something you wanted them to. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Resilient Kids for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Core Needs ...

How do you respond when your child messes up? Danny tells John about how he responded to a time he was disappointed in one of his kids. You'll also hear Dr. Kathy Koch and Jim Daly discuss healthy ways to affirm your kids when they're trying. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Resilient Kids for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Core Needs List 5 Emotional and Relational Intelligence Sk...

When difficult circumstances come up, you can choose to respond well or not. Julie Hornok shares with Jim Daly about how she learned to respond well after her daughter's autism diagnosis. Also, John and Danny share how a parent can keep a good attitude in the midst of tough circumstances. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. United in Autism with audio download of "Don't Give Up: Raising a Child with Autism" Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Par...

How do you stay hopeful when the dreams you had for your child don't happen? John and Danny address why it's good to grieve over your disappointed expectations. Plus, Jim Daly talks to Julie Hornok about how how she processed her daughter's special needs condition. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. United in Autism with audio download of "Don't Give Up: Raising a Child with Autism" Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Hope and Help fo...

How can you teach your kids to recognize God in the ordinary moments of life? Courtney Ellis talks with Jim Daly about ways she's teaching her kids to do just that. Plus, John Fuller and Danny Huerta discuss how to be more engaging with a child who isn't as interested in talking to you. 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 Who is God...

Living in fear about your kids is not a healthy way to parent. To help you face your fears with confidence, John and Danny share why it's good to not be over-protective with your kids. Also, Focus President Jim Daly talks with Courtney Ellis about how she's learned to overcome some of her fears as a mother. 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 ...

If you have adult children, you know how raising mature kids isn't a one-size fits all formula. John and Danny will encourage you to not rely too much on formulas for raising kids. You'll also hear Jim Daly talk to Brenda Garrison about relying on the Lord when her daughter's needs didn't fit a parenting formula. 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 E...

It's emotional when your son or daughter leaves home, and you become an empty nester. John and Danny share where they are in that journey; and Gary Thomas and Jim Daly will offer you a few tips for preparing for the empty nest years. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "Sacred Parenting" for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Drink in the Beauty of Family Life The Divine in the Daily Grin...

When your child makes a mistake, you may be tempted to shield them from the consequences. John and Danny explain why that's not a good strategy for your parenting. Plus, Jim Daily will talk to Dr. Kathy Koch about an amazing parenting lesson she learned while on a trip to Africa. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "Resilient Kids" for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Raising Resilient K...

Staying optimistic as a parent takes being intentional. John and Danny tell you whether they tend to be more of an optimist or a pessimist. Jim Daly and Dr. Kathy Koch discuss how to be real with your kids when they need to grow, without being negative. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "Resilient Kids" for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Raising Resilient Kids 6 Ways to Help Your Hi...

Even though raising a child who has special needs is hard, there can be plenty of fun moments too. John Fuller talks with Danny about how funny memories can be made, even when your kid does something embarrassing. Also, Jim Daly and Julie Hornok tell some funny stories about some humorous things her daughter Lizzie did. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "United in Autism" with audio download of "Don't Give Up: Raising a Child with...

Raising a child with special needs affects everyone close to that son or daughter. John Fuller shares with Danny about his own journey of raising a son with autism. You'll also hear Jim Daly chat with Julie Hornok about some of the pain she's had to overcome while raising her daughter Lizzie. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book "United in Autism" with audio download of "Don't Give Up: Raising a Child with Autism" for your donation o...

In church, we tend to say, "serve your kids like Christ would." But what exactly does that look like? Jim Daly chats with Courtney Ellis on how she's learned to love her kids in a more God-honoring way, even when it's difficult. John and Danny also address how you can let go of fears as a parent. 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 ...

In a world so consumed by screens, it can be easy to overlook playing with your kids. John and Danny bring up how much time people are spending on their phones, and Jim Daly talks with Courtney Ellis about how she's learned to better control her tech-use as a mother. 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 PluggedIn The Great Smartphon...