Staying Healthy in the Midlife

When Kids Get in the Way

Kids are a blessing, but they also require you to be more intentional to spend time with your spouse. John and the Smalley's open up about times they felt disconnected in their marriages when raising children. Plus, Jim Daly talks to Dave and Ashley Willis about making time for dates with your spouse, even if you have little kids.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast [http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast] or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Focus on Marriage Assessment [https://sf.fotf.com/ix43mx]   How To Avoid Bad Influences On Your Marriage [https://store.focusonthefamily.com/how-to-avoid-bad-influences-on-your-marriage-digital/?refcd=2494701]    Practice Makes Parent Podcast [https://sf.fotf.com/q8i8pu]    Hope Restored [https://sf.fotf.com/areycf]   Support This Show! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/24fom-donate/?refcd=2494701]   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback. [https://sf.fotf.com/cyey4q]

Dates Don’t Need to be Expensive

What if some of the best date nights didn't cost money? Jim Daly talks with Jay and Laura Laffoon about how you can have a wonderful date with your spouse for not much money. Also, John asks Greg and Erin how they're learning to still have dates together, in a season with grown adult children.     Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast [http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast] or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book The Fundamentals of Marriage for your donation of any amount! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2026-06-02?refcd=2481501]   Focus on Marriage Assessment [https://sf.fotf.com/zti97n]   Discovering God's Design for Your Marriage [https://store.focusonthefamily.com/discovering-god-s-design-for-your-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=2481501]    Is Your Husband or Wife Your Best Friend? [https://sf.fotf.com/nnlmwm]    3 Ways to Create a Godly Marriage [https://sf.fotf.com/p2spzx]   Support This Show! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/24fom-donate/?refcd=2481501]   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback. [https://sf.fotf.com/cyey4q]

Your Spouse is Still Your Friend

Are you and your mate best friends? Howard and Danielle Taylor join Jim Daly to make the case for why friendship in marriage is necessary for a thriving relationship. Then, Dr. Greg Smalley shares the most important thing you can do to keep your friendship alive.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast [http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast] or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book The Fundamentals of Marriage for your donation of any amount! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2026-06-02?refcd=2481501]   Focus on Marriage Assessment [https://sf.fotf.com/zti97n]   Discovering God's Design for Your Marriage [https://store.focusonthefamily.com/discovering-god-s-design-for-your-marriage-digital-download/?refcd=2481501]    Is Your Husband or Wife Your Best Friend? [https://sf.fotf.com/nnlmwm]    3 Ways to Create a Godly Marriage [https://sf.fotf.com/p2spzx]   Support This Show! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/24fom-donate/?refcd=2481501]   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback. [https://sf.fotf.com/cyey4q]

P.L.A.N. for a Better Marriage

What if a small change you made had the biggest impact on your marriage? Marcus Warner and Chris Coursey share four steps you can take to improve your relationship. Also, Greg and Erin explain why it's good to make time for having fun, even if you are very busy.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast [http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast] or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled Marriages for your donation of any amount! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2026-05-28?refcd=2478701]   Focus on Marriage Assessment [https://sf.fotf.com/bi8o0j]   Filling Your Marriage With Joy [https://store.focusonthefamily.com/filling-your-marriage-with-joy-digital/?refcd=2478701]    Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage [https://sf.fotf.com/4f8uu4]    Unhappy Marriage? Fix it With These Simple Habits for Marital Happiness [https://sf.fotf.com/i1d0ok]   Support This Show! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/24fom-donate/?refcd=2478701]   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback. [https://sf.fotf.com/cyey4q]

The Needs of Military Spouses

Today, we honor the sacrifices of our military and spouses of veterans. Erin Smalley shares some of the statistics of how military families battle loneliness. You'll also hear from Jessica Manfre, who joins Jim Daly to share about how you can reach out to those serving in the armed forces.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast [http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast] or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Never Alone for your donation of any amount! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2026-05-26?refcd=2478001]   Focus on Marriage Assessment [https://sf.fotf.com/oc91a5]   Hope and Encouragement for Military Families [https://store.focusonthefamily.com/hope-and-encouragement-for-military-families-digital/?refcd=2478001]    Resources: Military Issues [https://sf.fotf.com/r2cn2g]    Counseling Consultation and Referrals [https://sf.fotf.com/wp55uu]   Support This Show! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/24fom-donate/?refcd=2478001]   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback. [https://sf.fotf.com/cyey4q]