Good Parenting Takes Two

When was the last time your family had a meal together? John and Danny reflect on when their kids were younger and they ate with them. Plus, Ted Cunningham speaks with Jim Daly on how meal-times changed when his children reached the teen phase. Find us online at focusonthefamily. ...  Show more

How do you make time for rest when life is so busy? Eryn Lynum joins Jim Daly to share how she and her family have to be intentional about relaxing. Then, John asks Danny how he has learned to not overcommit himself. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or cal ...  Show more

How do you and your spouse find agreement on ways to discipline your kids? John, Erin and Greg address how this is a common tension point for couples, and why having kids can help you be a better spouse. Also, Dr. Ron Deal and Jim Daly discuss what healthy discipline can look lik ...  Show more

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2294: Parents often struggle to balance couple time and family time, sometimes neglecting their relationship as they focus ...  Show more

Raising kids with your spouse is one of life's greatest blessings. But anyone who's had children will tell you it's not easy to balance them with your marriage. John talks with Greg and Erin about how to prioritize your marriage, even with the constant demands of parenting.

In the moments you feel frustrated, how do you look past the annoyances in your marriage? Sean and Lanette Reed speak to Jim Daly about how they've learned to ask for help as a couple. Then, John and the Smalley's bring up how to work through tough times together. Find us online ...  Show more