Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast

It's important for your kids to have a safe place to express their emotions. What better place to start than at your home? John and Danny offer some helpful tools for connecting emotionally with your kids. Featuring Josh and Christi Straub. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Josh and Christi Straub's children's book "What Am I Feeling?" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-09-02?refcd=1139805Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/making-your-kids-feel-safe/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Every parent faces challenges, but what do you do when a situation seems hopeless? Even if it feels dark today, please know, your story is not over. John and Danny give some encouragement to parents who feel weighed down by hard circumstances. Featuring Amber Lisa and Wendy Speake. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "Triggers: Exchanging Parents' Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-05-11?try=1&refcd=1135002Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/its-not-too-late-for-a-miracle/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

What do you see when you look back on your family history? For some, there are beautiful memories, but for others, it's a history of brokenness. No matter what your story is, John and Danny will encourage you that God can help you live out a better future. Featuring Elizabeth Oates. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Elizabeth Oates' book "Mending Broken Branches" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-07-27?refcd=1132601Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/fight-for-a-better-future/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Even if you've come from a difficult family situation, God can still redeem your story. The key is never trying to heal on your own. John and Danny explain why counseling can help in overcoming a painful family past. Featuring Elizabeth Oates. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Elizabeth Oates' book "Mending Broken Branches" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-07-27?refcd=1132601Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/moving-on-from-a-difficult-past/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Grandparents can play a significant role in their grandchild's life by offering their unconditional love. John and Danny list topics for grandparents and parents to discuss to prevent misunderstandings.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "There's a Reason the Call it GRANDparenting" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-06-15?refcd=1101201Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/parents-and-grandparents-tips-for-communication/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: http://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey

When life is busy, it's vitally important to remind yourself of God's goodness. But doing so isn't always easy in the midst of parenting. John and Danny discuss people who've inspired them to trust God amidst the big task of raising kids. Featuring Tricia Goyer. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Tricia Goyer's book "The Grumble-Free Year" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-07-22?refcd=1127203Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/praising-god-as-a-family/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Just like poison is to your body, complaining is toxic for your home environment. But if you'll deal with it, your home can experience a new sense of peace. John and Danny offer some ideas for how to practice thankfulness in your home. Featuring Tricia Goyer. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Tricia Goyer's book "The Grumble-Free Year" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-07-22?refcd=1127203Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/the-difference-between-honesty-and-complaining/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Every child has a unique, God-given personality. But what do you do when your son or daughter is always determined to get his or her way? John and Danny give some hope to parents with a strong-willed son or daughter. Featuring guest Cynthia Tobias. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Cynthia Tobias' book "You Can't Make Me (But I Can Be Persuaded)" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-08-12?refcd=1123803Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/when-you-have-a-strong-willed-child/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When your child is hurting, it's easy to ask yourself, "do I have the right words to say?" The truth is, just being there for your son or daughter can make a huge difference. John and Danny provide encouragement to parents with a hurting child. Featuring Michele Howe.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the book "There's a Reason They Call It GRANDparenting" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-06-15?refcd=1123303Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/being-present-during-difficult-times/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Activities with your children can be fun, but also very exhausting! What do you do when all the things you'd planned become too much to handle? John and Danny offer some ideas for lightening your schedule. Featuring Amber Lia and Wendy Speake.Get the book "Triggers: Exchanging Parents' Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-05-11?try=1&refcd=1123406Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/when-multitasking-is-too-much/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/