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Hope for Young Moms

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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.
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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. <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2026-07-28?refcd=2508502">Famous at Home</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/to4cdy">Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment</a> <a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/8-ways-to-cultivate-relationships-and-joy-with-your-kids-digital-download/?refcd=2508502">8 Ways To Cultivate Relationships And Joy With Your Kids (Digital Download)</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/vjyh2l">Counseling Consultation and Referrals</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/dcxorh">Slow Down to Create Margin for Family Time</a>

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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Hope for the Overly Stressed Mom

No matter how hard you try, you can't be the perfect parent. Jim Daly and
Ashley Willis bring up why it's good to let go of perfectionism. Also, Danny and John address
what to do when your kid makes a bad decision that you disagree with.
Find us online at Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
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No matter how hard you try, you can't be the perfect parent. Jim Daly and Ashley Willis bring up why it's good to let go of perfectionism. Also, Danny and John address what to do when your kid makes a bad decision that you disagree with. Find us online at Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. <a href="focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast">Explore more resources</a> <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2023-10-12?refcd=1991602">Receive the Peace Pirates</a> for your donation of any amount! Learn About the <a href="https://www.focusonthefamily.com/7traitsassessment/">7 Traits of Effective Parenting</a> <a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/rediscovering-your-joy-in-motherhood-digital-download/">Listen Anytime</a> Sign Up for the <a href="https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/age-and-stage-learn-about/">Age and Stage eNewsletter</a> <a href="https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/does-performance-drive-your-parenting/">Does Performance Drive Your Parenting?</a> If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please <a href="https://feedback.focusonthefamily.com/s3/Podcast-Survey">give us your feedback.</a>

Let Go of Perfection and Control

How do you respond when your child is disrespectful to you? While disrespect
is never excused, their behavior may be because he or she isn't feeling loved. Popular author
Dannah Gresh and Jim Daly share why it's important for girls to feel loved so they can show
you genuine respect. You'll also hear John and Danny address why boys need to feel
affirmed.
Find us online at Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.

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How do you respond when your child is disrespectful to you? While disrespect is never excused, their behavior may be because he or she isn't feeling loved. Popular author Dannah Gresh and Jim Daly share why it's important for girls to feel loved so they can show you genuine respect. You'll also hear John and Danny address why boys need to feel affirmed. Find us online at Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
<a href="https://podcasts.focusonthefamily.com/show/focus-on-the-family-parenting-podcast/episodes/">Get more resources</a> Receive the book <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2023-11-16?refcd=2010901">Lies Girls Believe</a> bundle for your donation of any amount! <a href="https://assessments.focusonthefamily.com/s3/7-Traits/?refcd=2010901">Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting</a> <a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/helping-your-daughter-navigate-friendships-digital-download/">Listen Anytime</a> <a href="https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/parental-respect/">Parental Respect</a> <a href="https://www.christiancounselorsnetwork.com">Contact our Counseling Department</a> If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please <a href="https://feedback.focusonthefamily.com/s3/Podcast-Survey">give us your feedback.</a>

When Your Child is Disrespectful

If you grew up in a broken home, the fear of repeating that pattern in your own marriage can feel overwhelming. Dr. Danny Huerta and John Fuller sit down with Josh and Kristi Straub to discuss finding hope and healing when your family story includes divorce. Josh shares the defining moment at age 10 when his mother moved out, how he became the "fixer" in his family, and the generational patterns he discovered that pushed him to rewrite his own story.

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If you grew up in a broken home, the fear of repeating that pattern in your own marriage can feel overwhelming. Dr. Danny Huerta and John Fuller sit down with Josh and Kristi Straub to discuss finding hope and healing when your family story includes divorce. Josh shares the defining moment at age 10 when his mother moved out, how he became the "fixer" in his family, and the generational patterns he discovered that pushed him to rewrite his own story.
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