Focus on Parenting Podcast
Focus on Parenting Podcast
Focus on the Family
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.
When a Single Mom Carries Guilt
Single parenting is very difficult, but if you or someone you know is facing that, there is hope for you. Dr. Roland Warren, who grew up in a single parent home, speaks with Jim Daly about how single moms can let go of guilt. Also, if the something feels off with a child, John and Danny will give some ideas for how a single parent can reset that relationship.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Raising Sons of Promise for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   Contact our Counseling Department   4 Ways to Survive Being a Single Mom    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Apr 18
9 min
Being a Dad to the Fatherless
How can you be a father-figure to a kid in your community? Roland Warren tells Jim Daly about a time he reached out to a boy who lost his dad. Plus, John and Danny offer some ideas for being a good father to girls.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Raising Sons of Promise for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   A Single Parent’s Path to Community   What Defines a Father?    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Apr 15
8 min
Training for a Servant’s Heart
A healthy child is one who serves others. Danny talks with John how he's tried inspiring his kids to help others. Plus, Jim Daly speaks with counselor, Dr. Randy Schroeder on how to instill values like serving and cleanliness in your children.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Simple Habits for Effective Parenting for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   Sign Up for the Age and Stage eNewsletter   Nurturing a Servant’s Heart in Kids    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Apr 11
10 min
Modeling a Good Marriage for Your Kids
Having a good marriage can help bring stability to your children. Jim Daly and Dr. Randy Schroeder will encourage you to fight for a good marriage for the sake of your kids. Also, Danny talks with John about why it matters to his kids that he has a good relationship with his wife.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Simple Habits for Effective Parenting for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   Maintaining Your Marriage When You Become Parents   Go Ahead Let Your Kids Grade Your Parenting    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Apr 8
10 min
The Legacy of Praying Parents
Praying for your kids can have an impact that lasts for decades. Dr. Erwin Lutzer tells Jim Daly a story about a time his father prayed over him. Also, if you're wondering if prayer actually makes a difference, John and Danny will share some helpful insights.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   Battle Plan: Praying Strategically for Your Children   An Essential Guide to Effective Prayer for Family    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Apr 4
8 min
Hypocritical Parents
We've all been guilty of being hypocritical at some point. However, how do you respond when your child accuses you of being a hypocrite? Jim Daly and Dr. Erwin Lutzer address some indicators that a parent is not sincere. Plus, John asks Danny about some times he's counseled parents through situations where a child thought the parent was hypocritical.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book A Practical Guide for Praying Parents for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   When Your Kids Reject God   Contact our Counseling Department    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Apr 1
10 min
How Your Teens Handle Technology
How do you help your pre-teen or teen navigate the complicated world of the internet? Jim Daly speaks with a panel of parents on how they had some honest conversations with their kids about healthy tech use. You'll then hear from Danny and John who will provide some hope to parents whose kids have faced online bullying.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Launch into the Teen Years Kit for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   How to Prevent Cyberbullying in Your Child’s Life   Contact our Counseling Department    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Mar 27
10 min
Teens and Their Friends
A good indicator of where your child is going is his or her friends. How can you help them use discernment in the friends they choose? Jim Daly chats with a group of parents, who share how they had conversations with their pre-teens about making godly friends. John also asks Danny about ways he and his wife Heather handled the topic of friendship with their kids during the teen years.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Launch into the Teen Years Kit for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   Sign Up for the Age and Stage eNewsletter   Conversation Starters for Kids, Tweens, Teens, and Adult Children    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Mar 25
10 min
Giving Your Children Hope for Their Future Families
With so many fractured families today, a lot of children question if having a family can still work. How do you inspire your kids to believe marriage and parenting are good things to pursue? Jim Daly and Dr. Roland Warren encourage single moms to cast a vision for their kids' future families. Danny and John will then address how men can still be good dads, even if you didn't have a role model to follow growing up.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Raising Sons of Promise for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   Hope and Faith During Single Parent Struggles   Contact our Counseling Department    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. 
Mar 20
11 min
Don’t Stuff Away Childhood Trauma
Undealt with childhood trauma can last for years or even decades. If that's part of your past, how do you move forward in a healthy direction? Jim Daly talks with Dr. Roland Warren, who faced a lot of trauma growing up, and has learned to overcome it. John and Danny will also encourage you that it's never too late to find healing.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Raising Sons of Promise for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   How to Recognize the Warning Signs of Childhood Trauma   Contact our Counseling Department    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. 
Mar 18
11 min
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