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How Mental Illness Impacts Families (Part 1)

Our guests take a compassionate and knowledgeable approach to the topic of mental illness, discussing its medical, psychological and spiritual aspects as well as the challenges it poses for families. (Part 1 of 2)

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Choosing Life in the Midst of an Adverse Pregnancy (Part 2 of 2)

Todd Smith of the music group, Selah, and his wife, Angie, share their moving story surrounding their decision to carry their pre-born child to term when they were advised by doctors to terminate the pregnancy because the baby would not survive outside the womb. (Part 2 of 2)

Focus on the Family Daily Broadcast logo

Choosing Life in the Midst of an Adverse Pregnancy (Part 1 of 2)

Todd Smith of the music group, Selah, and his wife, Angie, share their moving story surrounding their decision to carry their pre-born child to term when they were advised by doctors to terminate the pregnancy because the baby would not survive outside the womb. (Part 1 of 2)

More Facts About ADHD

Unlocking the potential in your ADHD child will require some work on your part, but it will be well worth it.

Abortion and ObamaCare

The rollout of the Affordable Care Act (ACA or ObamaCare) is making news as citizens discover the cancellation of their health insurance policies and the sometimes unaffordable cost of replacing them. Along with these headlines, there’s another topic that deserves attention: The expansion of abortion through ObamaCare. When the federal health-care law was debated before …

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Embracing Hope After a Miscarriage Through God’s Word

The Bible is a wonderful source of hope, encouragement, and healing. Psalm 119:28 says, “My soul weeps because of grief; strengthen me according to Your word.‚” May the following verses comfort, encourage, and guide you to embrace hope amid the hurt. Write these verses down and place them around your home, or carry them with …

How to Help an ADHD Child

Unlocking the potential in your ADHD child will require some work on your part, but it will be well worth it.

Facts about ADHD help parents work with their child

Facts About ADHD

Unlocking the potential in your ADHD child will require some work on your part, but it will be well worth it.

Kara Tippetts’ letter to Brittany Maynard

Kara Tippetts was 38 and a mother of four. Brittany Maynard was 29 and a newlywed when she committed suicide by lethal prescription provided by a doctor. Both women had aggressive forms of cancer; yet, they approached it from very different perspectives.

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Making Medical Decisions for a Loved One: A Caregiver’s Guide

  Today’s advances in medical technology can sustain the lives of patients in otherwise dire circumstances. Some people want every possible treatment medical science can offer in every situation; others do not. Competent adults have a legal right to refuse or have withdrawn any medical treatment. However, what do you do if a loved one …

State Ultrasound Laws

To date, 24 states have provisions giving women the opportunity to view ultrasounds before abortions are performed or offering information about how to obtain an ultrasound before an abortion. Data includes information from state codes, American’s United For Life’s Defending Life 2013 and National Right to Life’s Guide to State Laws on Ultrasound. State Ultrasound …

The Serpent’s Whisper

I know how tempting abortion can be when faced with an unexpected pregnancy. That was my situation in 1981, when I was a single, pregnant college student. Abortion was legal and it seemed like the logical response to my dilemma; so I had an abortion. From God’s perspective, human life is of inestimable worth, because …

‘Women’s Right to Know’ Legislation

Abortion is one of the most commonly performed surgical procedures in the United States and one that is only performed upon women. Do women have a right to know the medical risks associated with abortion? What is a Woman’s Right to Know bill? “Woman’s Right to Know” is a phrase used to describe legislation that …

Young, stressed-out mom leaning against a crib with her newborn lying there crying

Foster Parenting Isn’t So Easy

Physical and occupational therapy become a part of everyday life.

An ‘At-Risk’ Adoption

Dealing with the uncertainties and delays of the adoption process.

Wait No More: A Foster-Care Adoption Story

One family’s amazing adoption journey – one that would change their lives forever.

Adoption Day At Last

The Rosatis learn about Daniel’s past and finally have their day in family court.

Practice Makes … Parenting

A little boy with an uncertain future needs a ‘forever family.’

Beginning the Adoption Process

Qualifying as adoptive parents is a lengthy process, but it will help prepare your family for what lies ahead.

Attachment Problems, Up Close and Personal

Children in foster care don’t always get the best start in life.