Parenting is the best thing in the world — and one of the most exhausting. In this episode of the Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast, John Fuller and Dr. Danny Huerta dive into the mental health struggles parents face, from the exhaustion of comparing loads with your spouse to the importance of knowing when to step away and reset. They share practical wisdom on putting words to your stress, normalizing the need for space, and finding small routines that anchor your family through the chaos

In this deeply personal episode of Mom Conversation, host Alexis Gay explores the heartbreaking yet common phenomenon of a young daughter struggling with body image and self-worth. The story begins with seven-year-old Lily staring into the bathroom mirror, not to fix her hair, but because she feels disconnected from her own reflection. This episode is essential listening for mothers who want to protect their daughters from the toxic pressures of social media, curated images, and societal beauty

Spirit Week sounds fun...until you’re the one trying to make it happen. From last-minute reminders to increasingly creative theme days, you might find yourself wondering when school spirit became one more thing on your to-do list. This week, Tia and Stacey are talking about the hilarious, slightly chaotic reality of Spirit Week and why sometimes you just want to send your kid to school in a blue shirt and call it a day. Send us Fan Mail We would love to hear from you! Comment on this episode ...

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Do you ever open your fridge and find something that went bad before you even got the chance to use it?Do you ever buy groceries with good intentions only to end up wasting food? Do you feel unsure how to plan in a way that helps prevent that from happening? If any of that sounds familiar, you are definitely not alone. In this episode, I am talking about how to meal plan in a way that actually helps you waste less food, and keeps more of your money out of the trash. By the end of this episode you

Send us Fan Mail In a world where comparison and body image issues are prevalent among youth, particularly with young girls, author Grace McCready is on 5-Minute Parenting to shed light on the struggles associated with an eating disorder and give hope for recovery. Grace is an author, blogger, and speaker who’s passionate about encouraging young women through sharing personal stories and scriptural truths. She’s the author of Real Recovery: What Eating Disorder Recovery Actually Looks L...

Your father left, never showed up, or was there but never really there. And you've been carrying it into your relationships, your temper, and your fatherhood ever since. This one is for every Black man who grew up without his father. Dr. GL White sits down with you, man to man, and talks about what that absence did to you, why you still feel it at 25, 35, even 50, and what it takes to stop passing that wound down to your own kids. No lecture. Just the truth from someone who's been in the roo...

中秋連假大家去哪裡塞車了？自從有了孩子，與其在國道上跟情緒過不去，不如待在家裡看亞運！這集節目我們要來聊聊近期最振奮人心的體育賽事——中華隊睽違60年再次奪下男子田徑金牌！看著傅兆玄在跳高項目奪金，不僅讓人熱血沸騰，也喚起了亨利小時候身為「全縣跳高冠軍」的競技回憶。從全國運動會的震撼教育，到三十幾歲因為抱女兒才意外發現的「腰椎滑脫」，運動帶來的除了榮耀，往往還有無可避免的傷痛。當年的我們看著球場上的中年男子總覺得「毛很多」，沒想到一轉眼，我們也成了需要花半小時熱身、打20分鐘就喘到不行的中年大叔。這是一集關於運動、壓力，以及學習與自己身體妥協的真實分享。如果你也開始感受到身體發出的初老警訊，這集絕對會讓你心有戚戚焉！本集亮點：連假塞車太可怕！父母的保命之道就是「別跟情緒過不去」亞運田徑場上的感動：回顧台灣跳高與田徑史上的高光時刻亨利的田徑往事：站上全國賽場的發抖體驗與破紀錄的代價抱小孩痛到看骨科？驚覺腰椎滑脫的那一刻與後續的無能為力中年男子的球場生存道：學會妥協，坦然接受不再年輕的自己留言告訴我你對這一集的想法：

Your child loves reading… but now the books feeltoo mature. Do you step in, or risk shutting it down altogether? This episode tackles the tricky middle ground between protecting your child and preserving their love of reading. Discover how to set boundaries without constant battles, why pushing back can backfire, and how to guide your child toward better choices—without losing connection. Plus some great book recommendations below! KEY POINTS: Why boundary-pushing is a normal (and

Welcome to Episode 1 of Decades of Difference! I’m Jen, and I’m finally doing something I’ve talked about doing for a long time—starting a podcast! In this first episode, I’m sharing a little about me, my family, and what got me thinking about how much parenting and family life have changed over the years. I don’t have all the answers, and that’s the point. I’m curious about how other families have experienced these changes, what we can learn from each other, and how we can have these convers...

In this episode of Raising Humans, host Summer Fenton explores the pervasive and often silent burden of maternal guilt, using a specific, relatable scenario: standing in the school pickup line only to realize you have forgotten your daughter's teacher's name. This feeling is described not as a simple memory lapse, but as a perceived moral failing that triggers deep self-criticism. The episode is designed for mothers who feel overwhelmed by the modern expectation of hyper-awareness, where being a

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Getting your child out of bed can become one of those small daily battles that somehow takes over the whole morning. Duncan and Val discuss when waking up should become a child’s responsibility, why allowing smaller failures now can prevent bigger ones later, and how parents can support kids without taking over. They also tackle the harder situations—when a child’s struggle affects siblings, school, or the rest of the family.

What happens after age 22 for individuals with autism? In this episode of Autism Labs, Mike Carr speaks with Nathan Bryant, Executive Director of High Point Village in Lubbock, Texas. Nathan shares his unique journey from law school to ministry to leading a nonprofit serving adults with autism and how his personal experience as a father shaped his approach to care. Together, they explore what effective adult services can look like, especially for individuals with higher or profound support ne...

Most of you know I have this podcast for grownups called That Sounds Fun. On that podcast we are learning about how to become stronger in our relationship with God. Spiritually Stronger!I was not about to leave out my miniBFFs for this journey! So... Welcome to the first ever theme on Annie’s miniBFF Podcast - Spiritually Stronger. Who's excited? Becoming Spiritually Stronger means we are going to focus on different disciplines throughout the year to help us grow even closer to Jesus. The word

Send us Fan Mail Are you heading into your hospital birth assuming the medical team will handle all the big decisions so you can just "go with the flow"? Many expecting mothers unknowingly hand over complete control of their labor to hospital staff, leading to overwhelming feelings of powerlessness, unnecessary interventions, and births that feel far from what they originally envisioned. Relinquishing your autonomy doesn't have to be the default; by mastering self-advocacy, setting intentio...

Kids learn about love by watching their parents. Why consent in marriage is an ongoing conversation you must have. Mansi Zaveri sits down with sex coach Pallavi Barnwal to discuss the realities of a sexless marriage and how silence between partners impacts the next generation. We often assume consent in marriage is a one-time agreement, but failing to keep that conversation alive teaches children the wrong lessons about respect. Children absorb emotional distance long before they can name i...

In this episode, Terry Ohlson Martin shares the history and evolution of the Council for Youths with Chronic Conditions, highlighting the importance of family involvement, regional representation, and systemic advocacy to improve support for children with chronic health conditions. Key Topics History of the CYCC and its originsThe role of family voices in systemic changeRegional representation and diversity in support systemsChallenges and successes in establishing statewide programsThe impor...

Have you ever felt completely overwhelmed, isolated, or like you’re the only one trying to solve life's chaotic puzzle? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on why I started this podcast and why this community matters so much. Life and family are filled with incredible highs, but they also come with heavy, unspoken challenges. Too often, we face these hurdles feeling entirely on our own. This show was created to change that. Tune in as I share my heart behind the microphone: to build...