Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast
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 e…Social links:
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Kindness That Transforms
Showing a little kindness can change the world around you. Danny tells a moving story about a time he and his kids blessed a homeless man. Then, Jim Daly talks with Kay Wyma about the power of helping those in need. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Th…
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Engaging in Mealtimes
When was the last time your family had a meal together? John and Danny reflect on when their kids were younger and they ate with them. Plus, Ted Cunningham speaks with Jim Daly on how meal-times changed when his children reached the teen phase. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcas…
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Making Rest Regular
How do you make time for rest when life is so busy? Eryn Lynum joins Jim Daly to share how she and her family have to be intentional about relaxing. Then, John asks Danny how he has learned to not overcommit himself. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. T…
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Adventures That Build Your Child’s Character
It's good for your child's development for them to experience adventure. John Fuller and Dr. Danny Huerta talk about some fun adventures they went on with their own kids. Also, Greta Eskridge joins Jim Daly to explain how letting your kids experience new things can help them develop as people. Find…
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Developing a Habit of Praying for the Family
What would happen if you prayed regularly with your kids? Danny shares an encouraging statistic on how many parents pray. Also, Jim Daly interviews Rob and Amy Rienow about how it transformed their family to start praying together. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-…
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Get Outside and Enjoy It
One of the best and simplest things you can do with your children is go outside. Amanda Dykes shares with Jim Daly about how it's benefitted her children to experience the beauty of the outdoors. Plus, John and Danny address how taking a small step to go outdoors can have big ramifications on the m…
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Have Dinners Together
Have you, your spouse and kids sat down and had a meal together recently? Jim Daly talks with Pastor Ryan Rush and his wife Lana to share some creative ideas for enjoying meals with your family. Then, John and Danny reflect back on when their now grown kids still lived at home and how special those…
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If Your Child Sees Something Inappropriate
What do you do if your child encounters sexual content online? Mandy Majors joins Jim Daly to share how she found out her daughter was exposed to inappropriate content, even though she didn't have a smartphone. Plus, John and Danny give some advice on how to respond in a healthy way if your kid see…
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Single Parents & Discipline
How does a single parent work through discipline challenges with his or her kids? Linda Ranson Jacobs spent years as a single mother, and she talks with Jim Daly about a concept called step-back parenting. Then, Danny and John share a few insights on helping single parents work through technology c…
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If You Fail at an Activity
What if your kids seeing you fail was actually a good thing? Jay and Laura Laffoon and Jim Daly discuss times they didn't succeed while doing activities with their kids, and why that led to some great discussions. Also, John and Danny will encourage you to get off the screens and replace them with …
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