Focus on the Family Equipping Parents Podcast

Hearing the words "I love you" regularly can make all the difference in a child's life. John and Danny offer practical tips for helping your child feel loved at any age.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Dr. David Clarke's book "Parenting is Hard and Then You Die" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-01-05?refcd=1064101Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/communicating-love-at-every-age-and-stage/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Your words can strengthen your long-term relationship with your teen or push them away. John and Danny offer advice on correcting teens in love.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the "Launch Into the Teen Years Kit": https://store.focusonthefamily.com/launch-into-the-teen-years-kit#refcd=1060302Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/speaking-the-truth-in-love-to-teens/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

It's crucial for pre-teens to know their identity isn't found in success, popularity, or looks. John and Danny offer Biblical advice for helping kids answer important questions like "Who am I?" and "Why am I here?"Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the "Launch Into the Teen Years Kit": https://store.focusonthefamily.com/launch-into-the-teen-years-kit#refcd=1060302Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/helping-kids-establish-their-identity-in-christ/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

If you're a perfectionist, you may have a hard time enjoying day-to-day moments in parenting. John and Danny share advice to help you enjoy your relationship with your kids and avoid burnout.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Sarah Parshall Perry's book "Mommy Needs a Raise" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-01-19?refcd=1056703 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/finding-joy-in-motherhood/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

With social media, it's easier than ever to compare yourself to other moms. John and Danny offer advice on overcoming comparison and discouragement.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Sarah Parshall Perry's book "Mommy Needs a Raise" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-01-19?refcd=1056703Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/overcoming-comparison-in-motherhood/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Dads play a crucial role even in the first few months of a baby's life. John and Danny offer encouragement and advice to first-time dads.Get Suzanne Gosselin's book "Expectant Parents" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-01-14?refcd=1053203Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/practical-advice-for-new-dads/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

When you're a new parent, it's important to stay flexible and give yourself grace as you learn. John and Danny discuss what they wish they would've known before they had kids.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Suzanne Gosselin's book "Expectant Parents" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-01-14?refcd=1053203Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/practical-advice-for-new-moms/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Most parents lean toward the strict side or the more permissive side, and we can all work on moving toward the middle. John and Danny give a brief overview of the top 7 traits of effective parenting.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Dr. David Clarke's book "Parenting is Hard and Then You Die" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-01-05?refcd=1050201 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/loving-boundaries-for-toddlers-and-teens/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

If you're like many couples, your marriage went on autopilot after you had kids. John and Danny offer tips for reconnecting with your spouse.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Dr. David Clarke's book "Parenting is Hard and Then You Die" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-01-05?refcd=1050201Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/dr-clarkes-marriage-cliff-notes/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

You don't want to overwhelm your child, but you also shouldn't wait too long to have 'the talk.' John and Danny offer advice for introducing the topic of sexuality to kids ages 7-9.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the "Launch Into the Teen Years Kit": https://store.focusonthefamily.com/launch-into-the-teen-years-kit#refcd=1046804 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/when-should-you-have-the-talk/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey