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God’s Tender Heart for Single Moms – Part 1

When life blindsides you and the bottom suddenly drops out from under your feet, what do you do? Will you turn to God or begin to doubt your faith? On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson candidly speaks with author and speaker, Angela Thomas-Pharr, about a time when she found herself divorced and on her own to care for her four young children. Discover how this brokenness in Angela’s life took her relationship with the Lord to new depths she had not yet experienced.

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A Lifeline to Moms: God’s Plans for the Overwhelmed Mom

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his candid and colorful conversation with Sarah Parshall Perry about the challenges of raising a household full of children—specifically two sons with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and a strong-willed daughter. She reminds parents that God is there for them and they are doing the greatest job of all, whether they know it or not. Sometimes, as a parent, you have to set aside your wildly unrealistic aspirations for the day, week, or year and realize that this may be one of those times where you just don’t get out of your pajamas.

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A Lifeline to Moms: Defining Real Expectations

After she established a successful career as an attorney, Sarah Parshall Perry and her husband had three children, two of whom are on the autism spectrum. Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews Sarah, the author of Mommy Needs a Raise: Because Quitting is Not an Option. Learn more about her decision to become a stay-at-home mom and focus on the things that she felt were most important.

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Midnight Mom Devotional

The midnight hours can be some of the loneliest times for the exhausted or overwhelmed mom. Becky Thompson and her mother, Susan Pitts, have a strong desire to build a prayer-filled community for struggling moms, especially the new mom. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton interviews Becky and Susan, who are actively speaking into the lives of women and providing encouragement through their online ministry and book of the same name, Midnight Mom Devotional. Matthew 18:20 declares, “For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.”

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Empty Nest – Part 4

As a parent, is it ever too early to begin mentally preparing for the season when your kids are grown and out of the house? According to one mother, the empty nest stage really begins when the children are still under foot. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his four-part series with a panel of moms to discuss the highs and lows of fully launching your kids out into the world. They also discuss guilt associated with this time of life, and share advice for parents who may be asking, “My kids are gone, now what?”

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Empty Nest – Part 3

What do you do with your life after you’ve raised your kids well? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his discussion with a panel of moms as they walk through one of the most challenging parts of parenthood - the “empty nest.” Tune in to hear the stories of growth, rediscovery and excitement that “empty nesting” can provide. Ecclesiastes 3:1 says, “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.”

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Empty Nest – Part 2

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson expands his discussion with a panel of moms on the subject of “empty nesters.” Listen and learn more from the father’s perspective about children leaving home, as well as the mother’s point of view on how “empty nesting” affects the entire family.

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Empty Nest – Part 1

For many moms and dads, it seems like it was only yesterday when their kids were off to their first day of school. But now, just as they are leaving for college and moving out of the house, parents are entering into a new stage of life as well. On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson begins a four-part series, joined by a panel of seasoned mothers to explore the emotions, trials, and even liberties of the “empty nest.”

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Remaining You While Raising Them – Part 2

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton continues his interview with Alli Worthington, to discuss her upcoming book, Remaining You While Raising Them: The Secret Art of Confident Motherhood. Listen as Alli dispels myths about what it takes to be a “good mom,” and encourages mothers not to abandon themselves while raising their kids. Alli also reminds moms in all things, to lean on the Lord for help in parenting. Proverbs 31:26-28 says, “She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue. She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her.”

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Remaining You While Raising Them – Part 1

In 2008, Alli Worthington’s life changed dramatically when her husband, Mark, lost his job, and their family lost everything. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton interviews Alli to discuss how the Lord guided her family through bankruptcy into a brand-new life with a renewed mindset. As a faith speaker, author, and business coach, Alli’s mission is to help women grow in their faith, build dreams and enjoy their lives.

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