The Candace Cameron Bure Podcast

Josh and Christi Straub: Parenting is Tough!

Written by Candy Rock | July 16, 2024

In this first episode of Season 7, "Becoming Better Parents" Candace welcomes Guest Hosts Dr. Josh and Christi Straub to discuss the challenges of parenting. They dive into the emotional and spiritual responsibility of parents and offer insights into creating emotional safety for kids.

  - Josh and Christi share about their family and their ministry "Famous at Home."

Christi's Story:
  - The overwhelm many parents feel, leading to a constant state of fight or flight.
  - Emphasizing the need for moms to feel safe and avoid negative labels.

Josh's Insights:
  - Avoiding extremes in parenting and finding balance through spiritual guidance.
  - Parenting with the end in mind and creating emotionally safe environments.

Listener Questions:
Kara's Question: How do I manage big emotions in a passionate child?

This season's Healthy Home Guide has a Kids Feelings Chart you can print and post on your fridge, and a worksheet to use if you are following along with Josh and Christi's book Famous at Home.

What is ONE thing you are hoping to learn this season? Head to Instagram and tell us!

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