Focus on the Family Equipping Parents Podcast

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.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "The Middle Matters" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2023-02-28?refcd=1617902Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/when-your-kids-get-rejected-for-not-fitting-in/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/thriving-as-a-wife-and-mom-in-the-middle-years-digital-download/?refcd=1617902If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "The Middle Matters" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2023-02-28?refcd=1617902Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/encouragement-for-middle-age-moms/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/thriving-as-a-wife-and-mom-in-the-middle-years-digital-download/?refcd=1617902If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "Setting Boundaries with Your Adult Children" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2023-02-21?refcd=1613802Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/when-its-time-to-implement-a-boundary/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/establishing-healthy-boundaries-with-adult-children-digital-download/?refcd=1613802If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "Setting Boundaries with Your Adult Children" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2023-02-21?refcd=1613802Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/supportive-friends-for-when-a-child-is-struggling/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/establishing-healthy-boundaries-with-adult-children-digital-download/?refcd=1613802If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "Cleaning House" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2023-02-14?refcd=1610805Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/instilling-a-great-work-ethic-in-your-children/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/practical-advice-for-raising-responsible-children-digital-product/?refcd=1610805If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "Cleaning House" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2023-02-14?refcd=1610805Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/teaching-kids-to-still-try-even-when-they-fail/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/practical-advice-for-raising-responsible-children-digital-product/?refcd=1610805If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "The 5 Love Languages of Children" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2023-02-07?refcd=1610002Get more episode resources: http://http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/acts-of-service-for-your-child/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/how-to-speak-your-child-s-love-language-digital-download/?refcd=1511201If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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.Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.Receive the book "The 5 Love Languages of Children" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2023-02-07?refcd=1610002Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/making-your-child-feel-loved-part-2/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/how-to-speak-your-child-s-love-language-digital-download/?refcd=1511201If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

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.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-2023-01-31?refcd=1604601Get more episode resources: http://http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/when-you-have-fears-as-a-parent/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/helping-kids-navigate-worry-in-healthy-ways-digital-download/?refcd=1604601If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Empathy is one of the best gifts you can give your child when he or she shares a fear with you. John and Danny talk about common fears of little kids, and the types young girls typically have to work through. Featuring Dr. 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-2023-01-31?refcd=1604601Get more episode resources: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/are-you-holding-on-to-a-worry-bird/#featured-resource-ctaListen Anytime: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/helping-kids-navigate-worry-in-healthy-ways-digital-download/?refcd=1604601If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/