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Meeting Your Child's Core Needs

January 15, 2025

Maintaining your sanity while raising children in our modern world is a daunting challenge! Join Danny & Rebecca this week as they sit down with Dr. David Clarke to discuss a biblical strategy for dealing with the challenges of every day parenting. Later, we answer a question from a single mom who needs help with her kids.

 

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Adoption is a beautiful & precious gift for everyone involved, but the new family dynamic can be challenging to navigate, especially for children already in the home. Join Danny & Rebecca as they sit down with author Kate Rietema to discuss how you can prepare your children to receive an adopted sibling. Later, we answer a question from a listener who needs help motivating his unmotivated daughter.   Click here to receive Kate's children's book, All the Babies: A First Book About Adoption, for a gift of any amount!   Click here for a list of excellent free adoption & foster care resources from Focus on the Family   Click Here to Support the Show!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
January 8, 2025
The day-in, day-out of every day parenting requires a lot of sacrifice, and as parents, it can be easy to get overwhelmed. Join Danny & Rebecca as they sit down with Gary Thomas to discuss how the sacrifice of parenting shapes us into image bearers of Christ. Later, we answer a question from a listener who wants to know how she can develop a strong Christian foundation in her 5, 6, & 7 year olds.   Click here to receive Gary's book, Sacred Parenting, for a gift of any amount!   Click here to take our free parenting assessment!   Click here to sign up for Focus on the Family's free Age & Stage newsletter!   Click Here to Support the Show!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
January 1, 2025
Are you worried that proper manners & respect are becoming a thing of the past? This week, join Danny & Rebecca as they sit down with Jill Garner to discuss the importance and practicality of helping your kids develop good manners. Later, we answer a question from a listener who wants to know if her husband is being too hard on their son.   Click here to check out Jill's organization, Manners of the Heart!   Click here to sign up for Focus on the Family's free Age & Stage newsletter!   If you're in need of counseling, Focus on the Family offers a free counseling consultation. Click here for our consultation form, or call our counseling line at 1(800) 232-6459.   Click here for a great free video series from Focus on the Family that will help you instill Godly character in your kids!   Click Here to Support the Show!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
December 25, 2024
Feeling worn out by the demands of parenting? Join Danny & Rebecca this week as they sit down with author Mindy Caliguire to discuss parental burnout symptoms and how you can avoid parental burnout. Later, we answer a question from a listener who wants to know if it's okay to let her kids listen to Christian artists who have deconstructed their faith.   Click here to receive Mindy's book, Ignite Your Soul, for a gift of any amount!   Click here to access our free parenting assessment!   Click here for music reviews from PluggedIn!   Click here to sign up for age appropriate entertainment guides from Focus on the Family's Age & Stage!   Click Here to Support the Show!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
December 18, 2024
In a world that measures success by likes, grades, looks, and popularity, it can be easy for our kids to get caught placing their identity in the wrong thing. This week, join Danny & Rebecca as they sit down with Bob Smiley & Jesse Florea of "The Official Average Boy Podcast" to talk about how we can help our children see themselves through God's eyes. Later, we answer a question from a listener who wants to know how she can help her kids transition to a new home across the country.   Click here to sign up for Focus on the Family's free Age & Stage resource!   Click here to listen to the Official Average Boy podcast!   Click here to purchase Average Boy's Above Average Summer book for your kids!   Click Here to Support the Show!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
December 11, 2024
In today's cultural battleground, your kids need a strong spiritual foundation! Join Danny & Rebecca as they sit down with author Lee Ann Mancini to discuss practical ways to raise we can raise our kids to know and love Christ. Later, we answer a question from a listener who wants to know how much of his past he should share with his children.   Click here to receive the book Raising Kids to Follow Christ for your donation of any amount!   Click here to sign up for a free six-part video series from Focus on the Family about equipping your kids with a strong spiritual foundation!   Click Here to Support the Show!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
December 4, 2024
Ever feel like screens are taking over your family's life? Join Danny & Rebecca this week as they sit down with PluggedIn's Paul Asay to learn practical tips for guiding your kids through entertainment, social media, and screen time. Later, we hear a question from a listener who wants to know how she can stop her 3-year-old from repeating inappropriate words.   Click here to receive PluggedIn's guide to technology, Becoming a Screen Savvy Family, for a gift of any amount!   Click here to access the PluggedIn website!   Click here to listen to the PluggedIn podcast!   Click Here to Support the Show!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
November 27, 2024
The holiday season is here, and Danny & Rebecca are ready to help you make it meaningful! In this episode, join us as we share tips for navigating the joys and stresses of the season, from family traditions to the purpose behind it all. Later, we answer a question from a listener who wants to know how he can help his young son adjust to a newborn in the home.     Click here to sign up for the Focus on the Family Advent Calendar!   Click here to access 7 Days of Gratitude from Focus on the Family!   Click Here to Support the Show!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
November 20, 2024
Over-protective parenting may feel natural, but it can lead teens to rebellion and entitlement. In this episode, join us as Danny continues the conversation with Ken Wilgus & Jessica Pfeiffer about why handing freedom over to your teen can create a greater sense of responsibility in them, and an easier parenting experience for you! Later, we answer a question from a listener who wants to know how she should handle her 13 year old's desire to stop attending church.   Click here to receive Dr. Wilgus' book "Feeding the Mouth that Bites You" for a gift of any amount!   Click here to learn more about Launch into the Teen Years   Click Here to Support the Show!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
November 13, 2024
As we guide our teens into adulthood, it's essential that they learn the responsibility that comes with independence. One of the best ways we can do that, as parents, is through "planned emancipation," which gradually grants them freedom to make their own choices before they leave the home. Join Danny as he sits down with Dr. Ken Wilgus & Jessica Pfeiffer to discuss planned emancipation. Later, we answer a question from a listener who wants to know how she should handle her strong-willed 5th grader.   Click here to receive Dr. Wilgus' book "Feeding the Mouth that Bites You" for a gift of any amount!   Click Here to Support the Show!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.
November 6, 2024
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Dive into the heart of Christian parenting with "Practice Makes Parent," your go-to podcast for actionable insights, faith-based inspiration, and real-life strategies for every stage of parenthood. From the joyous toddler years to the challenging school-age phase, the perplexities of puberty, and the exhilarating journey of guiding your confident teen, this podcast is your trusty companion. Join hosts Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James as they bring you weekly episodes packed with the wisdom of parenting experts. Uncover Biblical truths, effective parenting techniques, and a treasure trove of resources designed to empower moms and dads in today's ever-evolving culture.

About Dr. Danny Huerta & Rebecca St. James

Dr. Danny Huerta - Vice President, Parenting and Youth

Daniel Huerta is the vice president of the Parenting and Youth department at Focus on the Family. In this role, he oversees Focus’ initiatives that equip parents to disciple and mentor the next generation, so that they can thrive in Christ.

Rebecca St. James

Rebecca and her husband homeschool their three precious children at their home outside of Nashville, TN. Rebecca attributes much of her success in parenting and homeschooling to what she learns on her podcast, Practice Makes Parent, which she co-hosts with Dr. Danny Huerta for Focus on the Family.

Contact Practice Makes Parent with Dr. Danny Huerta & Rebecca St. James

Mailing Address
Focus on the Family
8605 Explorer Dr.
Colorado Springs, CO 
80920-1051
Toll-free Number
(800) A-FAMILY (232-6459)