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Maintaining your sanity while raising children in our modern world is a daunting challenge! Join Danny &amp; Rebecca this week as they sit down with Dr. David Clarke to discuss a biblical strategy for dealing with the challenges of every day parenting. Later, we answer a question from a single mom who needs help with her kids.
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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.

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Meeting Your Child's Core Needs

Introduction and Recap

Gender Identity and Parenting Insights

Empowering Gender Identity Conversations

Navigating Pronoun Culture with Compassion

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 Kids. We continue to discuss the sensitive topics of gender identity, understanding gender differences, and teaching children to respect and harmonize with each other's unique qualities. We'll address how parents can maintain a healthy communication framework with their children on these topics and we answer a listener question about guiding children in a culture of preferred pronouns. This is one of those programs that you'll want to share with your friends.

 

Raising Gender Confident Kids

 

Launch Into The Teen Years

 

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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 Kids. We continue to discuss the sensitive topics of gender identity, understanding gender differences, and teaching children to respect and harmonize with each other's unique qualities. We'll address how parents can maintain a healthy communication framework with their children on these topics and we answer a listener question about guiding children in a culture of preferred pronouns. This is one of those programs that you'll want to share with your friends.
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<a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-practice-makes-parents-2026-01-06?refcd=2413005">Raising Gender Confident Kids</a>
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Raising Gender Confident Kids Pt. 2

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 child development and biblical parenting. They emphasize the significance of providing correct information on gender identity and the importance of parent-child conversations to counter cultural lies. We're giving loving, practical advice on establishing trust, being observant, and having meaningful conversations with children.

 

Raising Gender Confident Kids

 

7 Ways Your Kids Can Connect With God

 

Helping Your Child Thrive with Gender Confidence

 

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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 child development and biblical parenting. They emphasize the significance of providing correct information on gender identity and the importance of parent-child conversations to counter cultural lies. We're giving loving, practical advice on establishing trust, being observant, and having meaningful conversations with children.
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<a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-practice-makes-parents-2025-12-31?refcd=2406710">Raising Gender Confident Kids</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/vrdsew">7 Ways Your Kids Can Connect With God</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/3fsexh">Helping Your Child Thrive with Gender Confidence</a>
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Raising Gender Confident Kids, Pt. 1

Setting the Stage

Sheila Walsh's Journey and Insights

Reflecting on Forgiveness and Reconciliation

Teaching Gratitude and Service to Children

How do the unpredictable life events challenge and transform us? Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James speak with Sheila Walsh, an author, bible teacher, and speaker, whose life story revolves around overcoming adversity. Sheila discusses the importance of gratitude, forgiveness, and trust in God, sharing personal anecdotes and insights on how to instill these values in children. We'll also answer a listener's question about how to handle unfairness and fostering a household culture of gratitude and service.

 

The Little Drummer Girl

 

Holding On When You Want to Let Go

 

Article: Raising Resilient Kids

 

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How do the unpredictable life events challenge and transform us? Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James speak with Sheila Walsh, an author, bible teacher, and speaker, whose life story revolves around overcoming adversity. Sheila discusses the importance of gratitude, forgiveness, and trust in God, sharing personal anecdotes and insights on how to instill these values in children. We'll also answer a listener's question about how to handle unfairness and fostering a household culture of gratitude and service.
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<a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-practice-makes-parents-2025-12-24?refcd=2407205">The Little Drummer Girl</a>
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