Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast

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  If Your Child Withdraws 15.09.2026 12min

  How do you raise kids who will have a good attitude? Arlene Pellicane and Jim Daly give some ideas for how to encourage godly character in your kids instead of entitlement. Also, Danny and John discuss how building character in your kids can help improve their mental health. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Parents RisingTake the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting AssessmentRaising Godly Children in Today's Culture (Digital Download)8 Strategies PDFCan a Parent Expect Respect?
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  Keys That Build Your Kid’s Character 10.09.2026 10min

  How do you raise kids who will have a good attitude? Arlene Pellicane and Jim Daly give some ideas for how to encourage godly character in your kids instead of entitlement. Also, Danny and John discuss how building character in your kids can help improve their mental health. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Parents RisingTake the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting AssessmentRaising Godly Children in Today's Culture (Digital Download)8 Strategies PDFCan a Parent Expect Respect?
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  Your Child Needs Affirmation & Discipline 08.09.2026 11min

  Does your child need a word of encouragement or strong discipline? Debra Fileta and Jim Daly explain how to gauge what your child is feeling during a moment of praise or correction. Then, Danny discusses how you can correct your child without discouraging him or her in the process. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Nourish Your Family’s Mental Health BundleTake the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting AssessmentHow to Nourish Mental Health in Your Family (Digital Download)Counseling Consultation & Referral ServicesListen to Focus Live on Godcaster
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  Teaching Kids God Loves Them 03.09.2026 11min

  Today, we explore how Jesus can help your child's mental health. Kori Pennypacker talks with Jim Daly about how she's shared the gospel with young kids. Then, Danny and John explain why thinking about Bible verses can help you feel more hopeful. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Backpack FaithTake the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting AssessmentBringing Good News to Kids in Public Schools (Digital Download)Learn About Our Age and Stage e-NewsletterListen to Focus Live on Godcaster
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  How Your Child's Mind Learns 01.09.2026 10min

  How does your child learn and process information? Cynthia Tobias and Jim Daly explore different learning styles kids have. Also, John and Danny provide encouragement for if your child is struggling with discouragement because he or she is struggling to learn things in school. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.The Way They LearnTake the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting AssessmentDiscovering Your Child's Learning Style (Digital)Counseling Consultation and ReferralsLearning Styles: Different Kinds of Smart
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  Staying Organized in the School Year 20.08.2026 10min

  Is it a challenge for you to keep the house clean? As we approach a new school year, Kristi Clover and Jim Daly offer young moms some encouragement for how to teach kids to clean. Plus, John and Danny will give some guidelines for how to make cleaning fun, even if you kid doesn't want to do it. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. M.O.M.: Master Organizer of Mayhem Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Simple Ways to Organize Your Home and Family (digital) Avoiding Chore Wars Listen to Focus Live on the Godcaster app 
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  If a Kid Disrespects You 27.08.2026 12min

  Is your teenager being disrespectful to you? Danny and John cover the different ways boys and girls can show disrespect towards parents. Plus, Jim Daly and Dr. John Townsend discuss what to do if your son or daughter isn't giving you proper respect. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting AssessmentEstablishing Healthy Boundaries with Your Teens (Digital)Speak to a counselor Listen to Focus Live on Godcaster
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  Stay Flexible, Give Yourself Grace 25.08.2026 9min

  Do you consider yourself a rule-follower or a go with the flow type? Melissa Hannigan joins Jim Daly to encourage moms and dads to be more flexible. Also, John and Danny provide some encouragement to parents who are more bent towards following the rules. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Inconvenient ParentingParenting Styles QuizInstilling God-Given Qualities into Your Children (Digital)Speak to a counselor Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment
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  If a Kid Misbehaves at School 13.08.2026 10min

  What are the underlying reasons behind your child's misbehavior? Linda Ranson Jacobs tells Jim Daly a story about when her son was misbehaving at school, and how they worked through it. Plus, Danny and John explain how taking time to pray will help you better relate to your kids. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.The Single ParentTake the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting AssessmentFinding Hope and Joy While Single Parenting (Digital)Speak to a counselor Listen to Focus Live on the Godcaster app
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  Getting Kids to do Homework 11.08.2026 12min

  Is one of your kids struggling to get his or her homework completed? John and Danny share some statistics on how many kids and parents are battling homework frustrations. Then, Jim Daly talks to Erin MacPherson and Ellen Schuknecht about some solutions for what you can do if your child is struggling with homework. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.The Christian Mama’s Guide to the Grade School YearsTake the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting AssessmentNavigating the Early Grade School Years (Digital)Schoolwork and Homework ResponsibilityUnderstanding Learning Styles
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  Boundaries to Help You Bond 06.08.2026 10min

  Do you lean more towards being a rule-follower or wanting to have fun with your kids? Jonathan McKee and Jim Daly discuss why a healthy parent needs both rules and relationship. Danny will follow that up with some thoughts on having good boundaries with your kids during the school year. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.If I Had a Parenting Do OverParenting Resource PageBalancing Bonding and Boundaries as a Parent (Digital)Listen to Focus Live on Godcaster
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  Lessons from a Homeschooling Mom 04.08.2026 11min

  More parents in the Christian community are trying homeschooling. But how do you know if it's the right move for you and your children? Monica Swanson talks to Jim Daly about some of the things she learned from choosing to homeschool her kids. John and Danny will also address parents who want to homeschool but are concerned about their kids' social lives. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Becoming HomeschoolersTake the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting AssessmentHome Schooling: Giving Your Child a Strong Foundation (Digital)Resources: HomeschoolingPlanning Your Home School
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  Playing Sports for Character, Not Identity 30.07.2026 11min

  Many kids today feel overly pressured to perform well in sports. Brian Smith and Dr. Ed Uszynski speak with Jim Daly on how parents can have a proper perspective on when their kids play sports. Also, Danny gives you some encouragement if you realize you've been putting too much pressure on your kids in athletics. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Away GameTake the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting AssessmentTeaching Kids Character Through Sports (Digital)Sports from a Christian Family PerspectiveListen to Focus Live on Godcaster
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  Hope for the Overly Stressed Mom 28.07.2026 12min

  Many young parents feel very overwhelmed by the demands they face. Christi Straub talks to Jim Daly about how she felt exhausted with young children. Also, John and Danny offer hope to dads who feel tired. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Famous at HomeTake the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment8 Ways To Cultivate Relationships And Joy With Your Kids (Digital Download)Counseling Consultation and ReferralsSlow Down to Create Margin for Family Time
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  Everyday Grace Parenting 23.07.2026 13min

  Demonstrating God's grace to your kids is one of the best things you can model for them. Jeannie Cunnion talks with Jim and Jean Daly on how she learned to let go of focusing too much on her kids' performance in life. Plus, John and Danny will share why it's good to pray, even when you aren't sure what to do as a parent. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Parenting the Wholehearted ChildTake the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting AssessmentTeaching Kids About God's Grace and Good Behavior (Digital)Grace Doesn't Just HappenListen to Focus Live on Godcaster
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  Kindness That Transforms 21.07.2026 10min

  Showing a little kindness can change the world around you. Danny tells a moving story about a time he and his kids blessed a homeless man. Then, Jim Daly talks with Kay Wyma about the power of helping those in need. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.The Peace ProjectTake the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting AssessmentFinding Peace in Your Everyday Life (Digital)How to Reduce Grumbling and Increase GratitudeListen to Focus Live on Godcaster
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  Engaging in Mealtimes 16.07.2026 14min

  When was the last time your family had a meal together? John and Danny reflect on when their kids were younger and they ate with them. Plus, Ted Cunningham speaks with Jim Daly on how meal-times changed when his children reached the teen phase. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Adventures in Odyssey: Whit's End Mealtime DevotionsTake the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting AssessmentEnjoying Mealtime as a Family (Digital Download)50 Questions to Ask Your Kids at the Dinner TableListen to Focus Live on Godcaster
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  Making Rest Regular 14.07.2026 12min

  How do you make time for rest when life is so busy? Eryn Lynum joins Jim Daly to share how she and her family have to be intentional about relaxing. Then, John asks Danny how he has learned to not overcommit himself. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.The Nature of RestTake the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting AssessmentExperiencing God's Blessings in Our Moments of Rest (Digital)Rest and RestorationListen to Focus Live on Godcaster
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  Developing a Habit of Praying for the Family 07.07.2026 9min

  What would happen if you prayed regularly with your kids? Danny shares an encouraging statistic on how many parents pray. Also, Jim Daly interviews Rob and Amy Rienow about how it transformed their family to start praying together. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Visionary Parenting Visit Our Parenting PageCatching a God-Sized Vision for Your Family (Digital Download) Learn About Our Age and Stage e-Newsletter Download the Godcaster App  
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  Adventures That Build Your Child’s Character 09.07.2026 11min

  It's good for your child's development for them to experience adventure. John Fuller and Dr. Danny Huerta talk about some fun adventures they went on with their own kids. Also, Greta Eskridge joins Jim Daly to explain how letting your kids experience new things can help them develop as people. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get today's featured resource, "Adventuring Together."Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment.Download "Giving Your Child a Love for Adventure."Read "Fun Summer Adventures That Don't Break the Bank."Listen to Focus Live on the Godcaster App.