On this episode of Practice Makes Parent, Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James discuss the emotions and transitions experienced by parents and children, from the first school drop-off to adulthood. We'll talk with Erin McPherson, author of 'The Christian Mama's Guide' series of books, who offers insights on raising children through various stages, emphasizing heart goals over head goals. Erin highlights the importance of preparing kids for life's transitions, fostering character, and handling technology responsibly. Receive the book The Christian Momma's Guide To The Grade School Years for a gift of any amount. Age & Stage Assessment Tool Dr. John Trent & Dr. Dewey Wilson: The Relationally Intelligent Child We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. Click Here to Support the Show!
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The Nature of Rest For Kids
On this episode of 'Practice Makes Parent,' Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James discuss the significance of rest and the outdoors in family life with Eryn Lynum, a master naturalist who shares insights into the importance of rest, its biblical foundations, and practical ways to incorporate daily, weekly, and seasonal rhythms of rest into family life. Receive the book The Nature Of Rest for a gift of any amount. The 7 Traits of Effective Parenting We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. Click Here to Support the Show!
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Don't Parent Alone
In this engaging and heartfelt episode of Practice Makes Parent, Heather McFadyen, the mother of four boys, shares her journey and challenges in raising her children and her transition from feeling overwhelmed to finding a God-centered approach to parenting. Danny and Rebecca ask about the pressures of modern parenting, dealing with anger and emotional triggers, and the importance of self-care and community support. Heather emphasizes the need for vulnerability, patience, and building connections with other mothers. Receive Heather's book, Don't Mom Alone for a gift of any amount. MomLifeU.com Text "LOVE" to 32728 for 5 Winning Ideas for moms. Feeding The Mouth That Bites You Good & Angry We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. Click Here to Support the Show!
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Teaching Children Relational Intelligence
Is your child relationally intelligent? And how do parents go about teaching that? On this edition of Practice Makes Parent, Rebecca St. James and Dr. Danny Huerta discuss these vital topics with renowned experts Dr. John Trent and Dr. Dewey Wilson. The conversation underscores the significance of parents modeling emotional and relational intelligence. They explore key issues such as the impact of social media, 2020's societal changes, and the consumerist messaging children receive. The Relationally Intelligent Child 5 Emotional and Relational Intelligence Skills, by John Trent Parenting Assessment We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. Click Here to Support the Show!
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Talking To Kids About Porn
What have you done to protect your children from pornography? On this episode of Practice Makes Parent, Danny and Rebecca discuss the various emotional responses children might have upon encountering pornography, such as fear, disgust, or curiosity with author Greta Eskridge. We'll give you tips to talk to children about the harmful effects of pornography to prevent feelings of shame, and discourage curiosity that might lead them back to it. We'll also give you some tools to help them reject pornography as they grow older. Plus, we'll answer a listener email about her son's attraction to violent video games. It's Time To Talk To Your Kids About Porn Need help for a pornography addiction? How To Quit Porn: Seven Strategies for Your Teens The 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Launch Into The Teen Years We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. Click Here to Support the Show!
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 Dr. 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 in this fun Christian parenting podcast.
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