Episode 69: "How Far Is Too Far" - The really AWKWARD sex talk!

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Episode 69: "How Far Is Too Far" - The really AWKWARD sex talk!

FromFeeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens

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Apr 27, 2021

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A weekly podcast on parenting teens and launching them into the world with Dr. Ken Wilgus, author of the book "Feeding The Mouth That Bites You" and hosted by Ashley Parrish and Jessica Pfeiffer.

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Limit setting series part 1: What are appropriate limits for our teens? How should we respond when our teen crosses those limits? Join us as we discuss limit setting with our teens in this two part series. by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Self-harm & suicide - Part 1: What do parents do if they find out their teenagers are cutting themselves? With so much concern out their about potential suicide in teenagers, what are parents to do? In this two-part series, we cover the difficult issues related to teenagers who self-harm or are threatening suicide. by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Vaping, drugs, and alcohol: Vaping, drugs, and alcohol use are significant issues in the life of our adolescent. Join us as we discuss how to best communicate with our teens and how to respond appropriately when necessary. by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Common mistakes parents make with teenagers (and how to avoid them).: When your kids are starting adolescence it's good to start out on the right track! We talk about what mistakes well-meaning parents often make with teenagers and the best ways to avoid them. Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Divorce and teenagers: If you've been through, are going through or know someone who's gone through divorce, this an important episode to listen to. This week we talk about handling divorce with adolescents. How does divorce effect teenagers? What are some ways parenting adolescents through divorce is different from younger children? by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Social Media: Join us as we discuss the role of social media in the lives of our teens, the positive and negative effects and how to guide our teens to use this tool in a healthy and beneficial way. by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Behind the scenes with Dr. Ken's wife, Sally: A fun and frank interview with Dr. Ken's wife, Sally on raising their three children and life in the Feeding the Mouth That Bites You "test lab." Did Dr. Ken's wife actually bribe one of their teenagers to clean their room but "don't tell Daddy?" It didn't always go smoothly. by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Stop fighting! Teenagers and sibling conflicts.: Parents often wonder if their kids will even like each other when they leave home. How should parents handle sibling conflicts when one or both are teenagers? Should a parent's role in managing sibling problems change as their kids get older? This week we take on the whole issue of brothers and sisters fighting with each other during the adolescent years. by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Teen dating: Teen dating, often times this is a sensitive subject for parents that is loaded with concern. Join us as Dr. Ken answers all of our questions with expert advice as we chat about expectations, freedoms, and how to guide our teens at every stage. by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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The one thing all parents of teenagers need to know.: In this first episode, Ashley, Jessica and "Dr. Ken" share who they are and jump straight into the big question: "Is there one, main thing parents need to know to be effective with teenagers?" Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Dr. Ken's kids give us the real story about Planned Emancipation.: Dr. Ken interviews his own kids about growing up under "Feeding The Mouth That Bites You" parenting. What was it really like as "guinea pigs" for Planned Emancipation? Was Dr. Ken one of those "lecturing Dads?" Plus we get the truth about that time Dr. Ken's wife bribed the kids to clean their room but "don't tell your father!" by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Mothers & sons; Fathers & daughters - Part 2: What are unique issues for mothers and their teenage sons? What about the role of fathers in the lives of teenage daughters? In this second of a two-part series, we take on the differences in how men and women approach communication and relationships and how these differences particularly effect mothers with their sons and fathers with their daughters. by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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How to drive your teenager AWAY from church! - part 2: Why do so many teenagers from Christian homes disappear from church after they leave home? Dr. Ken outlines 5 things committed, Christian parents often do that are guaranteed to backfire and drive their kids AWAY from church! by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Communication series part 1: Communicating well with your teen... is it even possible? Join us for a three part series as we discuss the most effective ways to invite your adolescent to honest and open communication. by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Teen Depression: Are you concerned that your teenager is depressed? Maybe you think their response and attitude to life is typical of a teen. Listen in as Dr. Ken explains teen depression, what it is and isn't. by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Keeping Your Marriage Strong While Parenting Teenagers: How can parents of teenagers maintain a strong marriage? In this episode, we talk about the particular need that teenagers have to see their parents' marriage as close and stable. Also, Dr. Ken gives us some practical tips on maintaining a good marriage during the "Feeding The Mouth That Bites You" years. by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Hormones and teenagers - part 1: Just because hormones aren't the root CAUSE of problems in adolescence, that doesn't mean they aren't a significant factor in teenage behavior. Today we start a two-part series and take on the issue of hormones in teenage girls and teenage boys. How much do hormones effect adolescent behavior? How can we help our teenagers cope with hormones and the physical and psychological changes they bring? by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Sports and other activities: How busy should teenagers be with extra-curricular activities? Sports are good for teens right? What if they take up all our family's time (and a bunch of our money)? In this episode we talk all about dealing with adolescents and their activities. What about teenagers that won't get involved with anything extra-curricular? We even talk about family activities (including church) and handling teenagers who no longer want to participate. by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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We need to talk about "The Social Dilemma!": The Netflix documentary "The Social Dilemma" gives a unique perspective on social media from many of the creators of these apps... and it's NOT good news! Social media is watching everything you do and predicting exactly what you'll do next. The creators of this Frankenstein explain how it works and why they're very concerned for us. This week we have a free-wheeling discussion about the implications of this important documentary and the implications for parents of teenagers. by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Mothers & sons; Fathers & daughters - Part 1: What are unique issues for mothers and their teenage sons? What about the role of fathers in the lives of teenage daughters? For the next two weeks we take on the differences in how men and women approach communication and relationships and how these differences particularly effect mothers with their sons and fathers with their daughters. by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Sex and teenagers - Part 2: How can we help our teenagers navigate through their sexual choices? Can Christian parents influence their kids in a culture that has no regard for Christian values? "Should I tell my kids my own sexual history? "What boundaries should I set when my kids start dating?" "Aren't teenagers having less sex now than in years past?" In this two-part discussion, we take on the tough issues of how to really have influence in our teenager's lives regarding sex. by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Hormones and teenagers - part 2: Today we finish our two-part series and take on the issue of hormones in teenage girls and teenage boys. How much do hormones effect adolescent behavior? How can we help our teenagers cope with hormones and the physical and psychological changes they bring? by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Limit setting series part 2: Join us as we wrap up the limit setting series discussing appropriate expectations parents should have while setting limits for their teens. by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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You can't wear that! Teenagers and their clothes.: For parents of teenagers, summertime can bring conflicts about what our kids choose to wear and what they choose NOT to wear. What can you do when your teenage son wants to wear gym shorts to your cousin's wedding? How do you handle telling your daughter that her favorite new dress is too short? "But all my friends are wearing two-piece bathing suits!" In this episode, we take on all things clothing related and even a little about hair, piercings and tattoos! by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 176: Stepparents and Teenagers: Stepparents can play a powerful role in the lives of children. But dealing with teenagers is a very different matter. Even if you've been in your stepkids' lives for years, the onset of adolescence can change how they see their relationship to you. Dr. Ken talks about the importance of stepparents taking an honest inventory of how the teenager sees them and the ineffectiveness of stepparents unilaterally expecting a teen's acceptance regardless of the circumstances of how they came into the teenager's life. We also review the power that stepparents have and can play in the lives of their stepchildren and much more. Listen if you are a stepparent or if you know someone who is. Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667269257&sr=8-1 Music provided by the great John David Kent - h by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 174: Cellphones and Teens - Another Update!: By far the number one question parents ask about is managing cell phones. Just when you think you've set some guidelines they go right out the door. What's the best age to allow cell phones? Does Dr. Ken still recommend allowing complete freedom with these things at some point? We cover these and other important things to review with these stupid devices including some thoughts on parents' own usage of cellphones. Dr. Ken references the "Wait Until 8th" campaign - https://www.waituntil8th.org/ Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667269257&sr=8-1 Music provided by the great John David Kent - https://www.johndavidkent.com/ by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 174: Marriage Problems, Separation, Divorce and Teenagers: How should parents deal with teenagers when they're having marriage problems? What are the real effects of divorce on teenagers? When and how much should parents talk to their teens about marriage problems or when considering divorce? Today Jessica and Dr. Ken take on these questions and more. Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667269257&sr=8-1 Music provided by the great John David Kent - https://www.johndavidkent.com/ by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 173: Teenagers and Religion - Church, Synagogue, Mosque or Temple: Today we revisit the issue of passing on your own religious priorities to your teenagers. Since the pandemic, attendance at religious services is down significantly among Americans of all faiths. Among Christians, a significant percentage believe that watching church online is equal to church attendance. This drop in regular church or synagogue participation brings a unique challenge to parents who want to influence the faith of their adolescent children. Additionally, we talk about whether parents should require teenagers to attend activities designed for youth when they'd rather just go to service with their parents, what if they tell you they don't even believe in God? We cover these and other aspects of teenagers and faith. Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 172: Porn and Anime Revisited: It's been awhile since we talked about pornography and issues surrounding it. Jessica is also worried about anime. Are these two related? Should parents be worried about animated porn images as well as live action videos and images? What is hentai anyway? What is the impact of trying to "lock down" a teenager's access to porn vs. the impact of open communication? We take on these and other issues surrounding harmful, sexually related imagery. Dr. Ken makes reference to Cindy Gallop's book "Make Love Not Porn." It appears this is no longer available. Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667269257&sr=8-1 Music provided by the great John David Kent! - https://www.johndavidkent.com/ by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 171: We Interview Cynthia Yanoff... Your New Best Friend: Today we talk to Cynthia Yanoff, host of the "MESSmerized" podcast, former host of the "Pardon the Mess" podcast and author of her new book, "Life is Messy, God is Good: Sanity for the Chaos of Everyday Life." Always relatable, Cynthia's book shares stories and lessons learned from the vantage point of a wife, mom, former lawyer, foster parent and Christian woman just trying to keep things together. Her honesty and genuine interest in everyone around her draws people to her like a magnet, including Jessica and Dr. Ken, Cynthia is the new best friend that you just met! You can order Cynthia's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Messy-God-Good-Everyday/dp/0830785337/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.FpO-LuS7Ai5oyZNB81l-7asYYzhZFnYyOGIopmyTzVALHajKoWGLDx1gXtl_5wCBSxDJIjJ6xZzU1tF6kjWfpsfc6cs1SFbC-JWwRAwxtVR4e-mJ32SSOHicPhIUHjcVkU4jANzkzVa3SH4JtNabgqqAoPA3PaGf0UY79_TDUcbpxAS0wGJbaXwCSunISCHy2 by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 170: Sociosexuality Part Two: This week we finish our discussion on teens and sociosexuality - an individual's interest in sexual behavior without commitment. Dr. Ken reviews the need to help our daughter's understand the normal differences between male and female sociosexuality. We review the importance of talking to your teens about these differences even though you're sure to get "eye rolls" from a generation that believes everything is about individual differences. Dr. Ken references the following books: "The Case Against the Sexual Revolution" - Louise Perry https://www.amazon.com/Case-Against-Sexual-Revolution/dp/1509549994/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.VQOg_8sw7jb9T-0fFt9KZCudi7AKKInduM-ES9xPDq4fecfnh-xyNUH5_mErzn25V8VZYfgsM40B8bBbH0MuZhUwKGHw8iio8lGPnP9w9PaGdBFZ4oItBrySGW5vLIDLCjre-SlUEoGFvNOECO56WaFPtxp2nJLX9oLy5mLvIkEMw7ynbQ_h5i2DIATK-wsBpllOsL5fjdYk8yo-xeXjDiKARLptoz3P0SShYQrx8So.BPByX1Va2VbaA8yOQ_1T61tIS9n2pE1ZYKrP3SkfAus&qid=171 by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 166: "Lost in Trans Nation" We Interview Dr. Miriam Grossman MD (Part One): We are so excited to have one of our heroes join us for an in-depth look at the ideology of gender diversity that is sweeping our country. Dr. Miriam Grossman is a board certified psychiatrist who has been educating parents about the misinformation that has all but hijacked the fields of psychiatry, psychology and virtually all other human sciences. Dr. Grossman’s practice currently focuses on gender-distressed young people and their parents. She believes that every child is born in the right body. Dr. Grossman is the author of five books and has been translated into eleven languages. She testified before Congress and lectured at the British House of Lords. You might have seen her interview in the documentary "What Is A Woman?" We are honored to present this first of a two part discussion. Be careful when ordering her book as there have been efforts by some to interfere with getting the right book. Bes by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 165: Alcohol, Drugs And Vaping - Revisited: It's hard to believe how long it's been since we covered alcohol, drugs and vaping. Today we review the important differences between things that are bad for your teen and things that get them intoxicated. That difference is important! Also, Dr. Ken reviews the kind of craziness that can surround even normal sounding teens when they spend a lot of time around drunk kids. We also cover a brand new kind of nicotine delivery system (oh great)! Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667269257&sr=8-1 Music provided by the great John David Kent! - https://www.johndavidkent.com/ by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 164: Parenting Teenagers In An Age Of Anxiety: Today we review yet another news article about increased anxiety in teenagers. What is causing so much anxiety among our teens today? How should parents respond to teenagers who are anxious about the world they face today? When parents worry unnecessarily about every teenage struggle they run the risk of implying their adolescents are powerless to face today's struggles. Dr. Ken focuses instead on the need to parent in ways that empower adolescents and encourage them to face the troubles of their world in ways we parents could never imagine. Today's episode refers to these articles: Today’s Teenagers: Anxious About Their Futures and Disillusioned by Politicians - https://www.nytimes.com/2024/01/29/upshot/teens-politics-mental-health.html How Anxiety Became Content - https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2023/12/therapy-language-anxiety-mental-health/676325/ Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedi by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 162: What About Starting Planned Emancipation Earlier Than Thirteen?: We've had some listeners ask about starting Feeding The Mouth parenting early. You know, like what about that extra responsible, mature 11-year-old? Wouldn't it be better to encourage that kind of behavior with early Planned Emancipation? Dr. Ken's answer may surprise you. Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667269257&sr=8-1 Music provided by the great John David Kent! - https://www.johndavidkent.com/ by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 161: When Teens Attract the Wrong Friends: What can parents do when their teenager seems to attract the wrong kind of friends? How is it that some adolescents seem to get in with the "good" kids in their school while others apparently struggle? Today we talk about the somewhat complex issue of teens who hang with the "wrong" sort of friend group. What causes some teens to gravitate to the wrong crowd? What can parents do about it? What about moving your teenager to a new school? We answer these and other questions surrounding teens and the "bad crowd." Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667269257&sr=8-1 Music provided by the great John David Kent! - https://www.johndavidkent.com/ by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 160: Teenagers and Masturbation: NOTE: Today's episode isn't suitable for young children (obviously). We know it's hard to talk about masturbation with your kids but it's so important that you do. How did we go from a culture that lied about near fatal consequences of masturbation to a culture that celebrates it as some sort of "self-care"? Today we take on the topic of how to address masturbation with your teenagers. When should you bring it up? Who should your son or daughter talk to? This episode isn't for kids to listen to but parents definitely should. Dr. Ken references the book: "Every Young Man's Battle" https://www.amazon.com/Every-Young-Mans-Battle-Strategies/dp/0307457990/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3OBJ3JH43Z3MJ&keywords=every+young+man%27s+battle&qid=1705425383&sprefix=every+young+%2Caps%2C112&sr=8-1 Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_ by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 159: Make-Up, Hair, Nails and Teenagers: When should parents allow their kids to wear make-up? What if your daughter tells you that all her friends are wearing make-up? What about some "radical" hairstyle? How should you respond if you son wants to wear make-up? Today we use the "Feeding The Mouth" philosophy with issues related to make-up, hair and even super long fingernails! Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667269257&sr=8-1 Music provided by the great John David Kent! - https://www.johndavidkent.com/ by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 158: "I Want My Teenager To Be Able To Tell Me Anything... Right?": Did you talk to your parents the way your teen talks to you? Is that always a good thing? When does the priority of "you can be honest with your parents" become an excuse for teens to berate their parents? We hear from many parents struggling with their teenager's verbal tirades that leave them feeling exhausted and like they're failing as parents. How should parents handle this kind of verbal whipping from their teenagers? Is their a limit to the priority of being able to tell their parents anything? How should parents answer when teenagers criticize how they are being parented? We take on all these questions and more! Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667269257&sr=8-1 Music provided by the great John David Kent! - https://www.johndavid by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 157: Hygiene Issues with Teenagers: Ever have to air out your car after driving your teen home from practice? Adolescence brings major changes to teens lives including how they smell! Today we tackle the tricky issue of parents intervening with adolescents with poor hygiene including not showering, not brushing their teeth and other basics. Teenagers are too old to use a checklist like a child so what can parents do? Dr. Ken discusses paying attention to underlying factors effecting this behavior as well as ways to effectively communicate about issues of personal hygiene with teenagers. Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667269257&sr=8-1 Music provided by the great John David Kent! - https://www.johndavidkent.com/ by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 156: Grounding Teenagers: Today we talk about grounding your teenager. When should you ground them? What exactly does grounding include? Can they still use their phone while grounded? What about work or church activities. We even talk about what the maximum time limit for grounding to remain effective. What about when your ex won't enforce your grounding limits? We answer these and many more questions about using grounding to discipline your teenager. Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667269257&sr=8-1 Music provided by the great John David Kent! - https://www.johndavidkent.com/ by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 155: Holidays, Grief and Teenagers: Each year we focus on some aspect of the holidays with teens. This year we want to focus in on those who are dealing with grief, loss and even depression around this time of year. What's different about how a parent should treat a teenager vs. a child when there's been a death, divorce or some other significant loss in a family's life? Is it better to just leave for the holidays and avoid facing grief? Why are teenagers sometimes the worst to have around when grieving and sometimes the best? We cover these and other topics (like whether canned or fresh cranberry sauce is better) as we head into the holidays. Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667269257&sr=8-1 Music provided by the great John David Kent! - https://www.johndavidkent.com/ by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 154: Health Issues and Teenagers: Why can it be so hard just to help a teenager stay healthy? Today we answer listener questions about exercise, diet as well as medical issues that impact adolescent lives. How can parents deal with teenagers that seemingly ignore allergies and other dietary concerns that can affect their health? What about medications that my teen needs to take but hates to be reminded about? We even take on life-threatening health issues like Cystic Fibrosis which is one of several conditions that prove just how important a teenager's need for autonomy really is. Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667269257&sr=8-1 Music provided by the great John David Kent! - https://www.johndavidkent.com/ by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 153: Helping Teenagers' Problems with Friendships and Social Groups: How can parents help their adolescents when they are having problems with their social group? What if my teen isn't really in a social group at all? Today we take on the increasingly difficult area of social relationships. In an era of increasing isolation, it is more important than ever for parents to do what they can (if anything) to encourage their teenagers to make, build and sustain social relationships with their peers. Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667269257&sr=8-1 Music provided by the great John David Kent! - https://www.johndavidkent.com/ by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 152: "Why Is My Teenager Angry All The Time?": Why do teenagers sometimes go through phases of being constantly angry and surly? Dr. Ken reviews the most common causes of teenager's anger and talks about some best ways to respond. We also take on the question of just how bad is it when your teenager seems to not like you. I mean, it gets better right? by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 151: When Teenagers Isolate In Their Rooms: Today we answer a common question from listeners, "How should I handle it when my teenager spends all their time in their room"? As you can guess, Dr. Ken starts with advice on avoiding a control battle but what to do after that? What is the reason they stay in there so much? Is this a sign of depression? Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667269257&sr=8-1 Music provided by the great John David Kent! - https://www.johndavidkent.com/ by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 150: The Parenting "Finish Line" Part 2: This week we finish up our discussion from last week about dealing with adolescents after they finish high school. Many young adults live at home at least for some period of time after they have reached adulthood. What are the best ways to deal with conflicts that might arise? Are parents required to let their adult children stay in their home if they need it? What about uncomfortable questions about an adult kid who wants his boy/girlfriend to sleep over? A very relevant and down-to-earth discussion. Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667269257&sr=8-1 Music provided by the great John David Kent! - https://www.johndavidkent.com/ by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 149: The Parenting "Finish Line" Part 1: Is there a time when parents are really done parenting? We get so many questions from parents who have invested so much in parenting their teens that they're not sure what to do after high school. While you'll always be their parent, their is a point where you should no longer push your help on your kids. Dr. Ken offers even more clarity on parents as a "benevolent bank." Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667269257&sr=8-1 Music provided by the great John David Kent! - https://www.johndavidkent.com/ by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 148: Teens Who Resist Sports and Activities: We've gotten email questions about adolescents who resist involvement in any sport or activity. How can parents continue to implement planned emancipation if they have to sit a watch their teenager sit around and avoid getting involved with anything? What if your teen has been successful in a sport, music or something else but they suddenly decide they want to quit? Today Jessica and Dr. Ken talk about ways to offer freedom while still requiring involvement. Plus, we talk just a bit about the state of Texas' weird fascination with homecoming mums! Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Feeding-Mouth-That-Bites-You/dp/1514762374/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667269257&sr=8-1 Music provided by the great John David Kent! - https://www.johndavidkent.com/ by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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Episode 147: The Barbie Movie: Did you see the Barbie movie? Should you take a 12 year old girl to see it? You're not still limiting your 13 and older kids on what PG-13 movies they can see are you? Today Jessica and Dr. Ken discuss the implications of the summer blockbuster hit. Some movies are worth seeing and discussing with your daughters because they reflect current cultural issues well. How can Christians make use of a movie that captures much of the confusion and disappointments that today's culture struggles with? by Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Today's Teens
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