The demands of raising toddlers are unlike any other season of parenting. Danny and John discuss what it was likely for them to raise young toddlers. Plus, Jim Daly speaks with Courtney Ellis about some of the ups and downs she faced when her kids were little.



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The demands of raising toddlers are unlike any other season of parenting. Danny and John discuss what it was likely for them to raise young toddlers. Plus, Jim Daly speaks with Courtney Ellis about some of the ups and downs she faced when her kids were little.
 
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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.

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Healthy Expectations for the Toddler Years

Introduction

Maintain Their Attention Spans

Lessons Danny Taught

Resources for You

How do you keep your kids' attention in an age that's so distracted? Tim Shoemaker shares with Jim Daly that kids today are hungry for real analogies. Plus, Danny talks about some visual lessons that he taught his children, and how those have stuck with them.

 

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How do you keep your kids' attention in an age that's so distracted? Tim Shoemaker shares with Jim Daly that kids today are hungry for real analogies. Plus, Danny talks about some visual lessons that he taught his children, and how those have stuck with them.
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Keeping Your Kids’ Attention Through Visuals

Object Lessons

Electrocuted Pickle

If Your Child Isn't a Visual Learner

Our Resources

When your kids are little, sometimes it's best to teach them spiritual principles through visuals. Tim Shoemaker joins Jim Daly to talk about how he electrocuted a pickle to teach his kids a powerful lesson. Also, Danny offers some thoughts for helping your son or daughter who's not a visual learner.

 

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When your kids are little, sometimes it's best to teach them spiritual principles through visuals. Tim Shoemaker joins Jim Daly to talk about how he electrocuted a pickle to teach his kids a powerful lesson. Also, Danny offers some thoughts for helping your son or daughter who's not a visual learner.
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The Value of Object Lessons

Don't Bail Your Teen Out

Giving Effective Freedom

Communication Frustrations

Reach Out to Us

One of the worst things you can do is bail your teen out when they make a poor choice. Danny and John open up about times their kids learned some hard lessons, and how they were tempted to bail them out. Also, Jim Daly chats with Jessica Pfeiffer and Dr. Ken Wilgus on communicating with your teens about their need to take responsibility.

 

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One of the worst things you can do is bail your teen out when they make a poor choice. Danny and John open up about times their kids learned some hard lessons, and how they were tempted to bail them out. Also, Jim Daly chats with Jessica Pfeiffer and Dr. Ken Wilgus on communicating with your teens about their need to take responsibility.
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<a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/common-teen-issues-that-drive-parents-crazy-i-ii-digital/?refcd=2397203">Common Teen Issues That Drive Parents Crazy</a>&nbsp;
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