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Rebecca St. James and Dr. Danny Huerta talk with Connie Albers, author of Parenting Beyond
the Rules and mother of five grown children, about hearing what kids are really saying. When a
child walks in and answers "fine," there is usually something underneath, and in a Gallup survey
one in six parents said they struggle to comfort or communicate with their children.

Parenting Beyond the Rules: Raising Teens with Confidence and Joy, by Connie Albers

Find out in about two minutes which kind of parent you are with the free parenting styles quiz

Take the free 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment, the framework Danny returns to on
every episode

Send Danny and Rebecca your parenting question by voicemail on the Practice Makes Parent
podcast page
Speak with a Christian counselor at Focus on the Family:



 

Rebecca St. James and Dr. Danny Huerta talk with Connie Albers, author of Parenting Beyond the Rules and mother of five grown children, about hearing what kids are really saying. When a child walks in and answers "fine," there is usually something underneath, and in a Gallup survey one in six parents said they struggle to comfort or communicate with their children.
<a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-practice-makes-parents-2026-11-04">Parenting Beyond the Rules</a>: Raising Teens with Confidence and Joy, by Connie Albers
Find out in about two minutes which kind of parent you are with the <a href="https://linktw.in/fotf-par-parent-quiz?utm_content=20261104">free parenting styles quiz</a> Take the <a href="https://linktw.in/fotf-par-7-traits?utm_content=20261104">free 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment</a>, the framework Danny returns to on every episode <a href="https://linktw.in/fotf-par-podcast?utm_content=20261104">Send Danny and Rebecca your parenting question</a> by voicemail on the Practice Makes Parent podcast page <a href="https://linktw.in/fotf-fam-get-help?utm_content=20261104">Speak with a Christian counselor</a> at Focus on the Family: 
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Dive into the heart of Christian parenting with "Practice Makes Parent," your go-to podcast for actionable insights, faith-based inspiration, and real-life strategies for every stage of parenthood. From the joyous toddler years to the challenging school-age phase, the perplexities of puberty, and the exhilarating journey of guiding your confident teen, this podcast is your trusty companion. Join hosts Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James as they bring you weekly episodes packed with the wisdom of parenting experts. Uncover Biblical truths, effective parenting techniques, and a treasure trove of resources designed to empower moms and dads in today's ever-evolving culture in this fun Christian parenting podcast.

Dive into the heart of Christian parenting with "Practice Makes Parent," your go-to podcast for actionable insights, faith-based inspiration, and real-life strategies for every stage of parenthood. From the joyous toddler years to the challenging school-age phase, the perplexities of puberty, and the exhilarating journey of guiding your confident teen, this podcast is your trusty companion. Join hosts Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James as they bring you weekly episodes packed with the wisdom of parenting experts. Uncover Biblical truths, effective parenting techniques, and a treasure trove of resources designed to empower moms and dads in today's ever-evolving culture in this fun Christian parenting podcast.