Focus on the Family Equipping Parents Podcast

If you're like many parents, you dread having 'the talk' with your kids. John and Danny help parents overcome common pitfalls and describe some less obvious topics that are important to cover.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=1046804Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/getting-ready-for-the-talk/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

As a mom, your job has an eternal impact, but that's not always easy to remember in day-to-day life. John and Danny offer encouragement to moms who feel isolated and exhausted.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=1044803Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/a-moms-eternal-impact/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Parenting is rewarding, but it can also be exhausting. John and Danny encourage moms to persevere in motherhood.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=1044803Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/coping-with-the-challenges-of-motherhood/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Sadly, many expectant moms and dads are deflated by others' negative comments about child-rearing. John and Danny encourage expectant parents and discuss why children are a blessing.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=1043705 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/staying-positive-as-expectant-parents/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

It's frustrating to feel like you can never get your teen to open up. John and Danny offer tips for starting meaningful conversations with your teenager.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "Growing With" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2020-12-15?refcd=1043802 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/win-over-your-teen-with-gentle-questions/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

The best thing you can do for your kids is strengthen your marriage. John and Danny offer practical tips for prioritizing your relationship 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: A Fun But Honest Look at Raising Kids of All Ages Right": https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-01-05?refcd=1039502Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/how-strengthening-your-marriage-improves-your-parenting/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Parenting is one of the most difficult and demanding jobs, and you can't do it alone. John and Danny describe the benefits of inviting trusted believers to be involved in your child's life.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: A Fun But Honest Look at Raising Kids of All Ages Right": https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-01-05?refcd=1039502Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/it-takes-a-church-to-raise-a-child/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

John and Danny give hope to parents who are discouraged by their child's behavior and offer tips for knowing your child well.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Lee Nienhuis' book "Brave Moms, Brave Kids" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2020-12-01?refcd=1037001Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/know-your-child-deeply/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Social media adds even more pressure to teens who are already self-conscious about their appearance. John and Danny describe important conversations to have with teens about beauty and body image.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Lee Nienhuis' book "Brave Moms, Brave Kids" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2020-12-01?refcd=1037001Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/help-your-teen-value-inner-beauty/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

One of the most rewarding aspects of parenting is helping your child identify their calling. John and Danny offer tips for knowing your child well.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "GIST: The Essence of Raising Life-Ready Kids": https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2020-11-24?refcd=1032201 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/discovering-your-childs-unique-strengths/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey