Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast

It's normal for pre-teens to start experiencing more intense feelings or for their self-confidence to take a nosedive. John and Danny discuss how to help your teen navigate mood swings and emotional changes. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the resource, "Kit: Launch into the Teen Years": https://store.focusonthefamily.com/launch-into-the-teen-years-kit/#refcd=1081506Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/?https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/helping-pre-teens-understand-their-emotions/#featured-resource-CTAIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

If you look for them, you can find opportunities to share the gospel every day. John and Danny discuss how to pass an evangelistic mindset on to your kids.Get the book "Love Where You Live" for your donation of any amount:https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-03-16?refcd=1080512Get More Episode Resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/evangelism-opportunities-for-kids/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

It can be discouraging when your child acts uninterested in Sunday worship or church activities. John and Danny offer practical advice for involving kids of all ages in church and ministry. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "Love Where You Live" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-03-16?refcd=1080512Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/involving-your-kids-in-church-and-ministry/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

John and Danny discuss a simple method of enforcing your parenting rules that doesn't require repeating yourself.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "GIST: The Essence of Raising Life-Ready Kids" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-04-06?refcd=1076101 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/simple-effective-behavior-interventions/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

You kids may just be more capable than you think! John and Danny discuss how parents can fight the urge to be controlling.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "GIST: The Essence of Raising Life-Ready Kids" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-04-06?refcd=1076101Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/raising-independent-kids/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Less than one percent of little league players make it to the major leagues. But even if your child doesn't become a professional athlete, playing sports is a valuable learning opportunity. John and Danny offer tips for helping your child gain confidence.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=1072913Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/developing-confidence-on-and-off-the-field/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

On this episode of the Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast, John and Danny describe why teenage rebellion isn't always a bad thing.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=1072913Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/pick-your-battles-with-teens/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

Hollywood has distorted the meaning of sex. It's crucial to teach your kids God's design for sexuality. John and Danny highlight important talking points for parents.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get our "Launch Into the Teen Years" Kit: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/launch-into-the-teen-years-kit#refcd=1070603 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/gods-good-design-for-sex/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

The saying goes, "If you want a good friend, be a good friend." John and Danny offer practical advice to help teens become contributors in relationships.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get our "Launch Into the Teen Years" Kit: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/launch-into-the-teen-years-kit#refcd=1070603Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/navigating-friendships-in-middle-school-and-beyond/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

The Christian life is not free from hardship. John and Danny describe how to talk to your kids about difficult circumstances.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Shauna Pilgreen's book "Love Where You Live" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-03-16?refcd=1068302 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/prepare-your-kids-for-spiritual-battles/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey