Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast

How to Quit Watching Porn: 7 Strategies for Your Teens

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Talking to Your Pre-Teens About Sex – Part 2 Apr 25, 2024

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How do you encourage your kids to save sex for marriage when they hear so many toxic messages from the world? Jim Daly talks to a panel of parents about a creative analogy for encouraging your kids to stay sexually pure. Also, John and Danny offer hope to parents who discover their kids are looking at pornography.

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How to Quit Watching Porn: 7 Strategies for Your Teens

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Talking to Your Pre-Teens About Sex – Part 1 Apr 23, 2024

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Having the sex talk with your kids can be awkward, but it's important for them to hear about it from you as their parent first. Danny shares with John about what age is a good time to have the talk with your kids. Plus, Jim Daly speaks with a group of parents about things they learned when talking to their kids about sexuality.

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Tween and Teen Development

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When a Single Mom Carries Guilt Apr 18, 2024

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Single parenting is very difficult, but if you or someone you know is facing that, there is hope for you. Dr. Roland Warren, who grew up in a single parent home, speaks with Jim Daly about how single moms can let go of guilt. Also, if the something feels off with a child, John and Danny will give some ideas for how a single parent can reset that relationship.

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4 Ways to Survive Being a Single Mom

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Being a Dad to the Fatherless Apr 16, 2024

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How can you be a father-figure to a kid in your community? Roland Warren tells Jim Daly about a time he reached out to a boy who lost his dad. Plus, John and Danny offer some ideas for being a good father to girls.

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A Single Parent’s Path to Community

What Defines a Father?

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Training for a Servant’s Heart Apr 11, 2024

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A healthy child is one who serves others. Danny talks with John how he's tried inspiring his kids to help others. Plus, Jim Daly speaks with counselor, Dr. Randy Schroeder on how to instill values like serving and cleanliness in your children.

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Nurturing a Servant’s Heart in Kids

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Modeling a Good Marriage for Your Kids Apr 09, 2024

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Having a good marriage can help bring stability to your children. Jim Daly and Dr. Randy Schroeder will encourage you to fight for a good marriage for the sake of your kids. Also, Danny talks with John about why it matters to his kids that he has a good relationship with his wife.

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Maintaining Your Marriage When You Become Parents

Go Ahead Let Your Kids Grade Your Parenting

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The Legacy of Praying Parents Apr 04, 2024

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Praying for your kids can have an impact that lasts for decades. Dr. Erwin Lutzer tells Jim Daly a story about a time his father prayed over him. Also, if you're wondering if prayer actually makes a difference, John and Danny will share some helpful insights.

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Battle Plan: Praying Strategically for Your Children

An Essential Guide to Effective Prayer for Family

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Hypocritical Parents Apr 02, 2024

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We've all been guilty of being hypocritical at some point. However, how do you respond when your child accuses you of being a hypocrite? Jim Daly and Dr. Erwin Lutzer address some indicators that a parent is not sincere. Plus, John asks Danny about some times he's counseled parents through situations where a child thought the parent was hypocritical.

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When Your Kids Reject God

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How Your Teens Handle Technology Mar 28, 2024

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How do you help your pre-teen or teen navigate the complicated world of the internet? Jim Daly speaks with a panel of parents on how they had some honest conversations with their kids about healthy tech use. You'll then hear from Danny and John who will provide some hope to parents whose kids have faced online bullying.

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How to Prevent Cyberbullying in Your Child’s Life