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Practice Makes Parent

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.
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19 Episodes

Aaron Sharp: Cast All Your Parental Anxiety on Him

How can we overcome parental anxiety? Today, Danny and Rebecca talk with Aaron Sharp about how dads can deal with parenting stress. Plus, we'll hear a question from a dad who wants to know how he can help his wife with their newborn!
6 May 21 min

Greta Eskridge: Building Connection Through Family Adventure

What kind of adventures lead to family connection? On today's episode, Danny and Rebecca are joined by Greta Eskridge, who shares some ideas for family adventure! Plus, we'll hear a question from a mom who wants to know what family adventures would be good for her young kids!
29 Apr 20 min

Jen Babakhan: Becoming a Stay-at-Home Mom

What is the value of a stay-at-home mom? Today, Jen Babakhan joins Danny and Rebecca to talk about a stay-at-home mom vs a working mom. Plus, we'll hear a question from one of our listeners who wants to know how she can find purpose as a stay-at-home mom!
22 Apr 22 min

Patti Garibay: Raising Strong Daughters with American Heritage Girls

How can we be raising confident daughters? Today, Patty Garibay from American Heritage Girls joins Danny and Rebecca to talk about how you can build resiliency in your girls. Plus, we'll hear a question from a mom who is asking how to approach a tough topic with her daughter.
15 Apr 20 min

Cynthia Tobias: How to Talk So Kids Will Listen

How do we respond to our strong willed child? Cynthia Tobias joins Danny and Rebecca to discuss how we can change our parent communication to reach our stubborn kids. Plus, we'll hear a question from a listener who wants to know how she can persuade her daughter to do her…
1 Apr 24 min

Dr. Scott James: Prayer for a Sick Child and an Anxious Parent

How can we battle anxiety around our kids getting sick? On today's episode, Danny and Rebecca chat with Dr. Scott James about how we can pray for a sick child! Plus, we'll hear a question from one of our listeners about how to keep a good attitude when her daughter…
25 Mar 22 min

Linda Ransom Jacobs: Overcoming Single Parent Struggles

What do you do when you become a single parent? Linda Ransom Jacobs joins Danny and Rebecca to talk about how a single parent family can thrive! Plus, we'll hear a question from one of our listeners about how she can comfort her children as they experience feelings of abandonment.
18 Mar 22 min

Kay Wyma: Entitled Kids vs Independent Kids

Does a child-centered approach work? Kay Wyma joins Rebecca and Danny to talk about how to teach your child responsibility. Plus, we'll hear a question from a dad who wants to know how he can get his kids to do their chores with a good attitude!
11 Mar 30 min

Julie Lowe: Parenting Each Child Uniquely

Why do we try to have an ideal family? Today, Julie Lowe joins Danny and Rebecca to talk about how we can parent each child uniquely and stop comparing yourself to others on social media. We'll also hear a question from a listener who is having trouble disciplining their two…
4 Mar 26 min

Becky Kopitske: Mom Rage Help

What is mom rage and how can we over come it? On today's episode, Danny and Rebecca talk with Becky Kopitzke about a term she came up with called, "Momster." Plus, we'll hear a question from one of our listeners about how she can best communicate with her son without…
24 Feb 21 min

Scarlet Hiltibidal: Girls with Low Self Esteem

What do we say to our girls when they have low self esteem? Today, Scarlet Hiltibidal joins Danny and Rebecca to talk about how we can help our girls find their identity in Christ! Plus, we'll hear a question from a dad who wants to know how he can encourage…
18 Feb 21 min

Teaching Kids About Money

Should we be teaching our kids about money? In today's episode, Danny and Rebecca talk with Matt Bell about how to teach our kids about money and how we can give our kids the right mindset around it. Plus, we'll hear a question from a parent who wants to teach…
11 Feb 23 min

The Importance of Your Child Knowing Their Identity in Christ

How can parents help their kids find their identity in Christ? Today, Natalie Frisk joins Rebecca and Danny to talk about the best ways to share Jesus with our kids. Plus, we'll hear a question from one of our listeners about how to tackle hard salvation questions with their child.
4 Feb 23 min

How to Tame Your Child's Tongue

Are your kids talking back? Today, Ginger Hubbard joins Danny and Rebecca to talk about how you can help your child overcome profanity, whining, and back talk! We'll also hear a question from a parent who is struggling with a child who has a problem with lying.
16 Dec 2025 19 min

Raising Our Boys Well

How do we raise godly men? Jonathan Catherman joins Danny and Rebecca to discuss some practical tips for raising boys. Plus, Danny and Rebecca will answer a question about how to surround boys with good role models!
9 Dec 2025 25 min

Practice Makes Parent Teaser

Introducing Practice Makes Parent, the show that's not about perfection but transformation! On this first episode, our hosts Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James discuss what they're most excited for on upcoming episodes.
5 Dec 2025 6 min