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Principles Over Prescriptions in Parenting
May 26, 2026

Principles Over Prescriptions in Parenting

This is a longer episode, but it's WORTH IT! Danny and Rebecca welcome Melissa Krueger, author of “Parenting with Hope” about four parenting styles—authoritarian, authoritative, permissive, and negligent. Is your parenting fu...
Uncomfortable Conversations With Your Kids
May 19, 2026

Uncomfortable Conversations With Your Kids

Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James welcome authors Tim Shoemaker and his son Mark Shoemaker to discuss practical strategies for uncomfortable conversations with kids, especially preteens and teens, covering respect, emoti...
Q & A Session
May 12, 2026

Q & A Session

Danny and Rebecca welcome your questions on this episode of Practice Makes Parent. We'll talk about everything fro naming a child’s guardian; deaking with a 12-year-old refusing an annual trip; a rebellious 16-year-old seekin...
Your Best Mom Life
May 5, 2026

Your Best Mom Life

In recognition of Mother's Day, Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James discuss cultural pressures that leave many moms overwhelmed, burned out, and lonely, including perfectionism and social media comparison. They talk with J...
Legacy of Love Mother's Day Sneak Peak
April 29, 2026

Legacy of Love Mother's Day Sneak Peak

This special edition encourages moms on their journey of motherhood, and it's hosted by Whitney Lowe and Erin Smalley. We're covering why becoming a mom is a gift, finding your identity in Christ, hope for tired moms, and way...
Who You Are Becoming As A Parent
April 28, 2026

Who You Are Becoming As A Parent

Think about the importance of spiritual and emotional transformation rather than perfection in parenting. What would it look like and where do you start? Danny and Rebecca speak with Kerry Hasenbalg about submitting to God's ...
The Daddy Daughter Connection
April 21, 2026

The Daddy Daughter Connection

The conversation highlights how a father's treatment of his daughter can shape her understanding of love, worth, and identity. Danny and Rebecca speak with Pastor Freddie Prado and they address societal pressures on young gir...
Spiritual Habits for Your Family
April 14, 2026

Spiritual Habits for Your Family

Do you want your family to do more "spiritual" things? This is the show for you! Danny and Rebecca welcome Pastor Chris Papao and Clayton Green, authors of 'Building Spiritual Habits in the Home.' They share easy-to-implement...
Feeling Like a Failure as a Parent
April 7, 2026

Feeling Like a Failure as a Parent

We always say, "parenting is more about transformation than perfection." The discussion explores feelings of failure, shame, fear, and regret that many parents experience. Lauren Whitman, author and counselor, shares insights...
Parenting Your Child's Heart
April 1, 2026

Parenting Your Child's Heart

Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James discuss the challenges and philosophies of faith-based parenting. Dr. Juan and Janine Sanchez share insights and emphasize the importance of shepherding a child's heart, setting positive...
Effective Parenting with Dr. Randy Schroeder
March 25, 2026

Effective Parenting with Dr. Randy Schroeder

If you're looking for simple habits to up your parenting game, this is the episode for you! Dr. Danny and Rebecca hear from parenting expert, Dr. Randy Schroeder. The discussion focuses on the importance of building strong re...
Messy Parenting
March 18, 2026

Messy Parenting

If you're uncomfortable in your parenting, you're doing it right! Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James discuss the challenges and transformations in parenting, highlighting the importance of grace and faith. Cynthia Yanoff ...
Teaching Teens Healthy Communication & Conflict Resolution
March 11, 2026

Teaching Teens Healthy Communication & Conflict Resolution

Even if you don't have a teenager, the information that Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James share today can help your children of any age. Today we discuss the importance of teaching healthy communication and conflict reso...
Adventures In Odyssey - Journey Into The Impossible
March 5, 2026

Adventures In Odyssey - Journey Into The Impossible

There's something exciting happening and you could call it an Adventure In Odyssey! This is a special release to talk about the brand new animated feature film that will release in the Fall of 2026. See Behind The Scenes of J...
The Importance of Storytelling as Parents
March 4, 2026

The Importance of Storytelling as Parents

Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James discuss the transformative power and significance of storytelling in parenting. Special guests, Dave Arnold, Executive Creative Director of Adventures in Odyssey, and John Pomeroy, the D...
The Importance of Sabbath for a Family
Feb. 25, 2026

The Importance of Sabbath for a Family

And now its time for something a little different... Soup! Kathi Lipp, the author of Sabbath Soup joins Danny and Rebecca to share the importance of families coming together for meals, but also incorporating rhythms into our ...
Q & A
Feb. 18, 2026

Q & A

Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James answer your questions. It's an episode of Practice Makes Parent shaped by our community—addressing real questions, exploring fresh perspectives, and continuing the dialogue together! If ...
Understanding Sacrifice & Transformation
Feb. 11, 2026

Understanding Sacrifice & Transformation

This episode of Practice Makes Parent will give you and your family a fresh take on the Lenten season. Don't just fast chocolate or screen time this year. Decrease life's unnecessary details and increase your relationship wit...
Shaping A Teenage Girl's Heart
Feb. 4, 2026

Shaping A Teenage Girl's Heart

It's all about the joys and challenges of raising preteen and teenage daughters on this edition of Practice Makes Parent. Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James emphasize the importance of building strong relationships, ident...
Teaching Kids Sexual Integrity
Jan. 28, 2026

Teaching Kids Sexual Integrity

Don't be nervous moms and dads! We're talking about how to discuss sexuality with your kids. Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James talk with Dr. Jim Burns, an expert in Christian parenting and sexuality. He shares how to hav...
Lies That You Think Will Make You Happy
Jan. 21, 2026

Lies That You Think Will Make You Happy

The episode emphasizes authenticity, connections, and the importance of self-compassion in the parenting journey. Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James explore the 'comparison trap' and how it impacts parents, with Kate Stri...
How to Teach Kids Theology
Jan. 14, 2026

How to Teach Kids Theology

Get ready for a strong episode of Practice Makes Parent. We're going to discuss theology and its importance in both religious education and practical life application. Our guests are Sam Luce and Hunter Williams authors of th...
Raising Gender Confident Kids Pt. 2
Jan. 7, 2026

Raising Gender Confident Kids Pt. 2

In this episode of Practice Makes Parent, Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James continue their discussion on raising gender-confident children with Dr. Jeff Myers and Dr. Kathy Koch, co-authors of Raising Gender Confident Ki...
Raising Gender Confident Kids, Pt. 1
Dec. 31, 2025

Raising Gender Confident Kids, Pt. 1

Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James discuss the importance of raising children with confidence and clarity in a world filled with misinformation with Dr. Jeff Meyers and Dr. Kathy Cook, who have extensive experience in chi...