Focus on Parenting Podcast

Most of us don't expect our houses to become messy, yet sadly, a lot of us are overwhelmed with stuff. Courtney Ellis and Jim Daly share why it honors God for you to declutter your home. Plus, John and Danny offer hope to those who are struggling to get rid of things.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Uncluttered for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Attuning to God’s Presence and Calling   How Do I Declutter My Life?   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Have you ever wanted to say what was on your mind, but you knew you shouldn't in front of your kids? John and Danny share times that's happened in their own parenting. Also, Dr. Kathy Koch tells Jim Daly a funny story about a time she held her tongue, even when it was difficult situation.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Parenting Differently for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   Age and Stage eNewsletters   Teaching Character to Your Kids   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The current generation is facing many challenges through social media, shows and peer pressure. The world is constantly telling them what's acceptable. Jim Daly and J. Warner Wallace bring up how kids and teens today long for something that's real. Plus, John and Danny give some ideas for how kids can practice authenticity.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book So the Next Generation Wil Know for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   The Proof You Need to Believe in Jesus Christ   Teach Kids How to Defend Their Faith   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

It's become a popular trend on social media for people to announce they're leaving the Christian faith. In a world where that's promoted, how do you train your kids to be close to God? J. Warner Wallace and Jim Daly discuss some of the faith challenges kids are dealing with today. Then, Danny and John share about why some kids stay strong in their walk with God.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book So the Next Generation Wil Know for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   The Proof You Need to Believe in Jesus Christ   How to Be Intentional About Raising Christ Followers   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Practicing healthy dialogue with your teenager can make a major difference in keeping your relationship strong. Danny and John address how to balance giving your teen freedom and having good dialogue. Also, Jim Daly and Dr. Ken Wilgus share some tools to help equip parents for healthy conversations.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Feeding the Mouth that Bites You for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   Sign Up for the Age and Stage eNewsletter   Contact our Counseling Department   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

You ask your teen to do a simple favor. But instead of doing it, he or she gives you the eyeroll! Many of us have dealt with that! John and Danny bring up some of the challenges parents deal with in letting go when their kids reach the teen years. Also, Dr. Ken Wilgus and Jim Daly discuss how to give your teen appropriate kinds of freedom.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Feeding the Mouth that Bites You for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   Sign Up for the Age and Stage eNewsletter   Contact our Counseling Department   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How do you and your spouse keep your relationship strong, even when you are busy raising children? Jim Daly speaks with Courtney Ellis about the need for couples to stay committed to each other. Also, John and Danny give a word of encouragement to parents who feel distracted by the demands of life.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Uncluttered for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   How Children Impact Married Life   Contact our Counseling Department   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Does it feel like you're running from one to the next without any breathing room? John and Danny share that many parents feel exhausted in their schedules today. Then, Courtney Ellis joins Jim Daly to discuss how she's learned to say "no" to certain opportunities as a parent   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Uncluttered for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   Busy, Busy, Busy   Contact our Counseling Department   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Have you ever asked your kids, "What does God think about this choice you want to make?" Danny tells John about how he's tried to ask that question in his parenting. Plus, Jim Daly asks Janel Breitenstein about an acronym she created to help her kids practice spiritual discernment.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Permanent Markers for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   Leading Your Child to Christ   Why Your Kids Need Intentional Parents   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

In a time where our kids are bombarded with lies and entertainment, how can they find their identity in Christ? Janel Breitenstein and Jim Daly speak about a time she helped her daughter through identity struggles. Then, John and Danny offer some ideas for helping your kids practice wise entertainment choices.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Permanent Markers for your donation of any amount!   Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting   Listen Anytime   PluggedIn   Putting God First   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.