First Things First

"First Things First with Julie Baumgardner" features insightful and meaningful discussions on the dynamics of family life and how to overcome marriage obstacles. First Things First is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to strengthening families in Hamilton County, Tennessee through education, collaboration and mobilization. For more information, visit www.firstthings.org.

Living Together

Living together before marriage is common today, but research suggests it may not be the best way to a happy marriage. Watch online

Expectations in Marriage

In this episode of First Things First, we take a look at how our expectations in marriage affect how we deal with our spouse with marriage educator and counselor, Janet Bales. Watch online

Parenting from A to Z

In this episode, we take a look at parenting, from A to Z, with social worker Pam Johnson. Watch online

Children of Divorce

This episode of First Things First features a conversation with Dr. Cheryl Robinson, a child and family expert. She discusses the effects divorce has on children. Watch online

Unmarried and Expecting

Relationship coach Gena Ellis addresses the challenges facing unmarried couples expecting a child and offers hope for the families involved. Watch online

The Ups and Downs of Fatherhood

Fatherhood can be one of the most rewarding experiences in a man's life. It can also be one of the most challenging. We discuss the ups and downs of fatherhood with dad Jason Luna and Todd Agne, fathering coordinator for First Things First. Watch online

Talking to Teens About Dating

Talking to your kids about relationships and sex can be intimidating. But it helps if you know what's happening on the teen dating scene. We talk to high school senior Chris Lindberg and teen educator Anovia Braden. Watch online

Cracking the Communication Code

Open communication is vital for a healthy marriage, yet many husbands and wives struggle to connect and fully understand each other. We take a closer look at "cracking the communication code" with Dr. Emerson Eggerichs, author and founder of the Love. Watch online

Domestic Violence

Do you know the warning signs of domestic violence? Every day, we hear about people who find themselves in abusive relationships, but they don't know how it happened. Watch online

Jazz Up Your Marriage

You can re-ignite the spark in your marriage. It just takes a committed effort from both spouses and a little creativity. Marriage coach Dr. David Banks will tell us how. Watch online

Healthy Marriage and Children

When a husband and wife have a healthy marriage, the positive results are not only felt between the two of them but also by their children. This episode of First Things First looks deeper into the impact marriage has on children with Mikala Bumgarner and Dr. Susan Hickman. Watch online

Healthy Marriages

Discussing what it takes to maintain a healthy marriage Watch online

Teen Pregnancy

A discussion about teen pregnacy Watch online

First Year of Marriage

The joys and challenges of the first year of marriage Watch online

The Hidden Costs of Divorce

Exploring the hidden costs of family fragmentation for taxpayers. Watch online

Adult Children of Divorced Parents

Challenges that face adult children of divorced parents Watch online

Helicopter Parents

Julie Baumgardner discusses parental boundaries with child care experts Watch online

Child Discipline

A look at successful disciplinary methods Watch online

Raising Charitable Children

A discussion about children and philanthropy Watch online

Money Matters

How to reduce financial stress and restore trust in relationships Watch online

Stepfamilies

A look at unique challenges stepfamilies face Watch online

Involved Fathers

A conversation about how involved fathers benefit children and families Watch online

Marriages in Crisis

Exploring behaviors essential to salvaging broken marriages Watch online

Raising Healthy Kids in a Toxic Culture

Discussing ways parents can talk to their children about tough issues Watch online

 

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