Focus on Parenting Podcast

Watching your son or daughter make choices on their own can be exciting, but also nerve-wracking. But what do you do when he or she is determined to do things without your input? Danny and John give some tips on when it might be a good time to draw boundaries with your son or daughter. Featuring Matt Jacobson.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the Jacobsons' book "100 Ways to Love Your Son" or their book "100 Ways to Love Your Daughter" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-07?refcd=1292202Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/healthy-respect-and-good-boundaries/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Your child longs to be affirmed. The truth is, a little bit of encouragement can go a long way in helping your son or daughter. John talks with Danny about how he's seen encouragement make a difference in his parenting. Featuring Matt and Lisa Jacobson.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the Jacobsons' book "100 Ways to Love Your Son" or their book "100 Ways to Love Your Daughter" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-07?refcd=1292202Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/giving-consistent-encouragement/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

How do you guide a child who wants to please everyone? While wanting to be liked is a good thing, trying to make everyone happy is a dangerous path for your son or daughter to walk. John and Danny discuss how to give your child a genuine confidence when he or she struggles with people pleasing. Featuring Milan and Kay Yerkovich.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the Yerkovichs' book "How We Love Our Kids: The 5 Love Styles of Parenting" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-28?refcd=1289801Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/patterns-of-a-pleaser/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When your son or daughter is young, he or she tends to look up to you. However, that usually changes when your child becomes a teenager. John and Danny share how admitting some of your own mistakes can help bridge a gap between you and your teen. Featuring Milan and Kay Yerkovich.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the Yerkovichs' book "How We Love Our Kids: The 5 Love Styles of Parenting" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-28?refcd=1289801Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/lets-talk-about-it/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When your child is going through something difficult, you long to help. However, there are times when your efforts are not enough. In those situations, how do you respond? John and Danny provide some encouragement for when your child is struggling. Featuring Rhonda Stoppe.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Rhonda Stoppe's book "Moms Raising Sons to be Men" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-11-16?refcd=1286105Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/dont-walk-away/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

We all have blind spots in our parenting. To help see them, God might send a mentor to help coach you as a mom or dad. John and Danny share about the ways a mentor can benefit your parenting. Featuring Rhonda Stoppe.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Rhonda Stoppe's book "Moms Raising Sons to be Men" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-11-16?refcd=1286105Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/the-influence-of-a-mentor/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

As a parent, how do you respond when your son or daughter does something that catches you off guard? John and Danny discuss the importance of giving yourself grace, even when your child does something that embarrasses you. Featuring Crystal Paine.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Crystal Paine's book "Love-Centered Parenting" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-12-09?refcd=1284301Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/when-perfectionism-becomes-toxic/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

No matter how hard you try, there are still moments you miss it as a parent. But when you do, God's grace can empower you to do better next time. John and Danny share some encouragement for moving on, even after you mess up. Featuring Mike Berry.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Mike Berry's book "Winning the Heart of Your Child" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-12?refcd=1284201Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/when-mistakes-meet-gods-grace/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When your teenager is rude to you, it can be easy to lash out. John and Danny discuss why setting boundaries is better than responding in anger to your teen. Featuring Matt and Lisa Jacobson.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Matt and Lisa Jacobson's book "100 Ways to Love Your Daughter" or their book "100 Ways to Love Your Son" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-07?refcd=1181601Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/dont-take-the-bait/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

As you're raising a daughter, it's very important to speak encouragement into her life. John and Danny will provide some practical ideas for helping your daughter find her true beauty. Featuring Matt and Lisa Jacobson.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Matt and Lisa Jacobson's book "100 Ways to Love Your Daughter" or their book "100 Ways to Love Your Son" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-07?refcd=1181601Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/affirming-your-daughter#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Healthy parenting is possible with God's help. But how do you maintain a good attitude when your child is misbehaving? John and Danny will offer some helpful thoughts for when your son or daughter acts difficult. Featuring Milan and Kay Yerkovich.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the Yerkovichs' book "How We Love Our Kids: The 5 Love Styles of Parenting" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-28?refcd=1179301Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/the-secure-connector-parent/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

We all have baggage from our family of origin. But what do you do when you start repeating your own parents' mistakes? John and Danny provide a dose of hope to parents who are discouraged because of the family they came from. Featuring Milan and Kay Yerkovich. (Part 2 of 2)Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get the Yerkovichs' book "How We Love Our Kids: The 5 Love Styles of Parenting" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-28?refcd=1179301Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/parenting-and-love-styles-part-2-of-2/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When your son was little, he needed you all the time. But as he's gotten older, his need for independence becomes stronger. How do you make that transition well? John and Danny provide some practical ideas for training your son to be a great man. Featuring Rhonda Stoppe.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Rhonda Stoppe's book "Moms Raising Sons to Be Men" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-11-16?refcd=1174405Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/raising-your-boy-to-become-a-man/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Your child has special gifts and talents. A big key to being a good parent is recognizing and encouraging those abilities in your son or daughter. John and Danny discuss what it looks like to draw out the gifts in your child. Featuring Rhonda Stoppe.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Rhonda Stoppe's book "Moms Raising Sons to Be Men" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-11-16?refcd=1174405Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/encouraging-your-childs-strengths/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Good parenting can always be traced to a healthy relationship with your children. But what does that look like? John and Danny discuss an important key for keeping a relationship strong, even when your child is acting up. Featuring Mike Berry. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Get Mike Berry's book "Winning the Heart of Your Child" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-10-12?refcd=1170002Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/three-core-parenting-principles/#featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/