Ready to make your home a haven that pulls kids in and loves them well? Learn how to build a warm and welcoming home where kids feel safe and loved.

What if prayer is your secret weapon for raising teen girls? Stacey Thacker joins Dave & Ann Wilson for laughs, honest parenting talk, and a powerful reminder: you’re not alone in the chaos. From grocery store judgments to dinner-table truth bombs, this episode dishes real struggles—and real hope. Grab your coffee, open your heart, and pray like it matters—because it does.

Parenting teens can feel like a mix of drama and low-budget sitcom. One minute, you’re praying for wisdom, the next, there’s a slammed door or a bathroom fight. In this episode of FamilyLife Today, Brooke McLaughlin and Stacey Thacker join Dave and Ann Wilson to talk about praying for your teens—and for yourself. It’s real talk on humility, spiritual battles, and the power of waiting (with fries in hand).

Maybe you already know the rollercoaster of parenting teens: from facepalms, to moments of dread, to triumphs. On FamilyLife Today, Dave and Ann Wilson host authors Brooke McGlothlin and Stacey Thacker, who offer wisdom and practical help from the trenches to help you fight for your teenagers rather than against them. They’ll help you feel purposeful, not powerless, in your parenting.

In this eye-opening episode of the FamilyLife Today Podcast, guest Brant Hansen gives a "graduation speech" unlike any other. He uses an AI-generated speech to expose how chasing worldly freedom can lead to loneliness and exhaustion.

Ron Deal and Gayla Grace answer questions from Blended & Blessed: how do I cope with feeling torn between my kids and my spouse; how do I talk to my teen who doesn't want me to remarry; how do we manage the common ghosts of marriage past, and much more.

Tim & Olivia Smith brought six kids into their blended family. They share with Ron Deal the joys and challenges of relationship building. Tim’s daughter, Christie, joins in with her perspective as a teenager from the early years of their blended family.

Raising teens in today's world can feel overwhelming. Author Kristen Hatton shares wisdom on how to build a foundation of faith and resilience in your kids.

Cheryl Shumake wants to reach brown & black blended families with brown & black voices. She & Clifton Howard talk with Ron Deal about her new ministry, Sawubona, which means “I see you” & its goal to break through the barriers with culture-informed spaces

Parenting in the digital age comes with lots of concerns. Melissa Kruger and Jim Mitchell share how grace and communication can build foundations that last.

Raising teenagers doesn't have to be "terrible." Brian and Jen Goins explore the realities of parenting as kids transition to adulthood.

Luke Landwer was young when his parents divorced, and he enjoyed time with just his mom for many years. When she remarried a man with six kids, Luke made many adjustments. Listen to his conversation with Ron Deal about adjusting to a bigger family.

Raising teens? Join Melissa Kruger for insights on navigating this challenging phase, from communication to boundaries and unwavering support.

Parenting teenagers can be challenging! Author, Melissa Kruger, shares insights from her book, "Parenting with Hope," on how to navigate this phase.

The logistical and emotional demands of school starting can be heavy! Join David and Meg Robbins for real talk on surviving back-to-school stress.

Got back to school anxiety? Join David & Meg Robbins for tips on calming your heart as a parent.

Could your behavior be affecting your children's emotions? Sissy Goff and David Thomas explore how parental strategies might contribute to child anxiety.

How much should Christian parents protect their kids? Justin Brierley, a parent, shares tips on equipping us and our kids to face tough faith questions. Turn conversations into faith-building moments!