Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast

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Balancing Love and Discipline Mar 07, 2023

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Parents who want what's best for your children will use discipline when it's necessary. But how do respond when you get very mad at your child's behavior? John and Danny share how to keep yourself calm, even if you're upset at your child. Featuring Dr. Gary Chapman and Jean Daly.

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When Your Kid Gets Rejected for Not Fitting In Mar 02, 2023

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It's not easy to handle when your kid faces rejection. John and Danny offer some helpful ideas for how to respond when your child gets rejected by his or her peers. Featuring Lisa-Jo Baker and Jean Daly.

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Encouragement for Middle-Age Moms Feb 28, 2023

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As your kids get older, your approach to parenting them will change significantly. John and Danny provide some encouragement for moms who are making big transitions as your children grow up. Featuring Lisa-Jo Baker and Jean Daly.

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When It's Time to Implement a Boundary Feb 23, 2023

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Healthy boundaries with an adult child are essential in order for your relationship to function well. John and Danny offer hope to parents who struggle with people-pleasing tendencies, and share why boundaries are a blessing. Featuring Allison Bottke.

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Supportive Friends for When a Child is Struggling Feb 21, 2023

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If your adult child is struggling, one of the greatest blessings is having a supportive friend to walk with you. John and Danny share about the value of friends, plus healthy ways to talk about the pain you're experiencing. Featuring Allison Bottke.

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Instilling a Great Work Ethic in Your Children Feb 16, 2023

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One of the best things you can teach your kids is the value of hard work. To help improve your child's work ethic, John and Danny give a few ideas on projects you can teach your son or daughter to do. Featuring Kay Wyma.

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Teaching Kids to Still Try, Even When They Fail Feb 14, 2023

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How your kids respond to failure can help them grow as a person. Yet, what do you do when your child is more prone to discouragement? John and Danny share why failure can be a good teacher, and how to encourage a child who feels discouraged. Featuring Kay Wyma.

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Acts of Service for Your Child Feb 09, 2023

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Some children are natural servants, and when you serve them, it makes them feel loved. John and Danny discuss the love language called Acts of Service, and how to encourage a child who isn't motivated to serve others. Featuring Dr. Gary Chapman and Mrs. Jean Daly.

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Gifts and Quality Time Feb 07, 2023

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Understanding what makes your child feel loved is a terrific key to connecting with him or her. For some kids, it's receiving gifts. John and Danny share how some of the best gifts don't cost a lot of money. Featuring Dr. Gary Chapman and Mrs. Jean Daly.

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When You Have Fears as a Parent Feb 02, 2023

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Sometimes, your kids' fears might be a reflection on something you're struggling with. John and Danny offer hope to parents who are struggling with fear, and how to bring your worries to God. Featuring Dr. Josh and Christi Straub.

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