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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The ADHD Family (Part 1 of 2)
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Danny and Rebecca discuss ADHD with Dr. Tamara Rosier, founder of the ADD Center of West Michigan and author of "You, Me, and Our ADHD Family." If you or your children ar
Sep 16 33 min
Bringing God's Word To Public Schools
Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James discuss how Christian parents can bring God’s Word into public schools. They talk with Kori Pennypacker, CEO of Bible2School and au
Sep 9 34 min
Raising Gen Alpha/Gen Anxious ( Part 2 of 2)
Danny and Rebecca continue their conversation with Dave Boden about raising Gen Alpha (born 2010–2024) in an AI-shaped world. He describes risks of AI chatbots giving uns
Sep 2 36 min
Raising Gen Alpha/Gen Anxious (Part 1 of 2)
Are you raising Gen Alpha? Danny and Rebecca speak with author Dave Boden on the things that have impacted how this generation sees their lives. They emphasize parental s
Aug 26 32 min
Christian Worldview At Home & At School ( Part 2 of 2)
Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James host part two with Billy Hutchinson, director of Colson Educators at the Colson Center on equipping parents to foster a biblical Ch
Aug 19 25 min
Christian Worldview At Home & At School (Part 1 of 2)
How can you bolster your child's Christian worldview? Danny and Rebecca speak with Billy Hutchinson, of The Colson Center, and he urges parents to be primary disciple mak
Aug 12 27 min
Equipping Parents For Back To School
Dr. Danny Huerta hosts a special episode with Focus on the Family Policy Analyst, Jeff Johnston to brief parents on recent US Supreme Court developments affecting educati
Aug 5 30 min
Helping Moms Understand God's Truth with Erica Ligenza Gwynn
Have you ever asked yourself if what you believe is REALLY true? Or is it something that
culture has influenced in your day-to-day life? Danny and Rebecca welcome Erica L
Jul 29 42 min
Q & A Session
It's another Q & A Show where Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James answer your parenting questions. This time, we advise a single mom in Compton, address a worried mom
Jul 22 36 min
Teaching Children Values
Rebecca St. James and Dr. Danny Huerta discuss concerns about declining patriotism among younger Americans with Dr. Ben Carson, who shares his childhood story of poverty,
Jul 15 38 min
Fun Ways to Teach Theology
What are ways to teach your children about the Glory of God? Ryan Frederick, co-founder of FierceMarriage.com and author of the Adam and Iota series, explains vocabulary
Jul 8 40 min
Understanding Adaptability in Parenting
In this episode of 'Practice Makes Parent,' Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James discuss the significance of adaptability in effective parenting. They share personal an
Jul 1 35 min
Dealing with Anger In Parenting
Anger is common and contagious in families. How do you handle anger in parenting? Janel Breitenstein, author of "How to Stop Yelling Up the Stairs" shares her story with
Jun 24 53 min
Launching Into the Teen Years
Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James discuss Launch Into the Teen Years curriculum, and Rebecca’s daughter Gemma shares how she felt as a young girl going through it. Y
Jun 17 48 min
Legacy of Courage
This is a special bonus feature to let you know about our Legacy of Courage podcast series celebrating the role of fatherhood. Special guests include retired New England
Jun 11 9 min
Legacy Parenting for Dads
In celebration of Father's Day, Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James discuss legacy parenting, focusing on the evolving role of dads in modern culture with Pastor Jeffr
Jun 10 43 min
Teaching Your Kids To Read The Bible
Do you want to help your kids internalize the Word of God? Today, we talk about the tools and techniques that can help your children with Mary Wiley, author of Discoverin
Jun 3 48 min
Principles Over Prescriptions in Parenting
This is a longer episode, but it's WORTH IT! Danny and Rebecca welcome Melissa Krueger, author of “Parenting with Hope” about four parenting styles—authoritarian, authori
May 26 49 min
Uncomfortable Conversations With Your Kids
Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James welcome authors Tim Shoemaker and his son Mark Shoemaker to discuss practical strategies for uncomfortable conversations with kids,
May 20 52 min
Q & A Session
Danny and Rebecca welcome your questions on this episode of Practice Makes Parent. We'll talk about everything fro naming a child’s guardian; deaking with a 12-year-old r
May 13 43 min
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I absolutely love this show! I look forward to it every week and I get something so meaningful every time I listen! Every guest is an amazing featured guest and just help me be the better parent. I know I can be! One of my favorite episodes was the gentleman who wrote sacred rhythms book, biting the hand that feeds you and so much more on forgetting right now. The most recent one with Dr. Amen is finding its way in the top three for sure! I just feel so grateful and blessed to have this content at my fingertips. This has helped me to slow down and be a better father and raise better men of God! I share this podcast with all my friends each week because it’s just that good! As Danny always says, “It’s not about perfection, but transformation!”
Thank you so much Danny and Rebecca for all that you do!
TS-707 · Oct 2025
Danny gives great advice and is the professional expert and experienced parent. While Rebecca has some good insights and examples/stories, she makes too many random comments and vocalizations while other people are talking (“mmm” and “yeah”). A few vocalizations is natural, but hers are excessive. She is just another parent like we are, not a trained professional. So we want to hear from Danny more.
HM JT · Feb 2025
Can’t say enough good things about this podcast. Danny and Rebecca have such compassion, so apparent in their voices, their conversation, the guests they have on. They have practical ideas, compelling wisdom, and some light-hearted moments. Bringing it back to what He promises in His Word has more than once been a conduit of God’s peace flowing in during some really despairing parenting challenges. Thank you, thank you for putting the message of His faithfulness out there for us seeking Him in the storm.
Anna S.L. · Oct 2024
Thank you for your recent episode on parenting (and specifically fatherhood) anxiety. Anxiety has played such a strong roll in my story, and I’m thankful for the work God is still doing in my life through shows like yours. Cheers!
Chef Kibby · Apr 2024
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