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Feeding The Mouth That Bites You: Parenting Teens Into Adulthood

Kenneth Wilgus, Jessica Pfeiffer, Cynthia Yanof
Parenting
Sociosexuality
Teenagers
Grounding
Substance Abuse
Teen Hygiene
Social Media
Masturbation
Teenage Religion
Sexual Intimacy
Co-Parenting
Makeup
Planned Emancipation
Mentalization
Mental Health
Pornography
ADHD
Family Dynamics
Friendship
Teen Health

A weekly podcast on parenting teens and launching them into the world. Hosted by Cynthia Yanof with Dr. Ken Wilgus, author of the book "Feeding The Mouth That Bites You."

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Latest Episodes

This week Dr. Ken dives into a topic every parent is facing—how to walk with teenagers when the news in our country feels heavy and unsettling. From tragic events to the endless political chatter on social media, it can be hard to know how to navigat... more

Today we tackle the common issue of how parents should handle planned emancipation when their teenager carries one or more diagnoses like ADHD or Oppositional Defiant Disorder or Autism Spectrum Disorder or Dyslexia or Depression or Anxiety or Trauma... more

This week we talk about teenagers who seem very eager to grow up and those who seem to fear adulthood. How should parents handle those differences? Is this a temperament thing? Are they afraid to leave us? Isn't it a good thing if our adolescents fee... more

We're starting off our 6th season with a bang! Today we review the things you need to check as a parent to help the new school year start off right. Feeding The Mouth parents know to review their teenagers' freedoms, expectations and who's more worri... more

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Recent Guests

Cynthia Yanof
Fellow podcaster and returning guest
Feeding The Mouth That Bites You Podcast / Mesmerized Podcast
Episode: Episode 217: Start The School Year Off Right With Your Teen Plus A Huge Announcement!
Cynthia Yanoff
Author of 'Life is Messy, God is Good'
Episode: Episode 171: We Interview Cynthia Yanof... Your New Best Friend
Dr. Miriam Grossman
Board-certified psychiatrist and author
Episode: Episode 166: "Lost in Trans Nation" We Interview Dr. Miriam Grossman MD (Part One)

Hosts

Dr. Ken Wilgus
Psychologist and author
Jessica Pfeiffer
Co-host of Feeding The Mouth That Bites You

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 966 ratings
  • Nuggets of Golden Goodness

    Dr. Ken & Jessica have great conversations around parenting teens today. I always find a few nuggets of golden goodness while listing and I love the Christian perspective that is shared!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EarLz08
    United States4 months ago
  • Found in time

    I am in love with your podcast! I found it at the perfect time as my son is having issues with self esteem and friendships. As parenting does not come with a manual, you are the next best thing. Thanks for letting me know I am not helpless or alone in this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zoey26378
    United States4 months ago
  • Handbook for raising teens

    This Podcast (and the book) is really the closest thing to a handbook on how to raise teens as you can find. As a Christian parent of two teenagers, boy and girl, I find the topics extremely relevant and challenging and I eagerly await each episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nsykes81
    United States5 months ago
  • Love it! A podcast my husband actually listens to 😀

    Thank you Dr. Ken and Jessica! This past Saturday I applied one of your tips when my son arrived later than expected and it worked like a charm. I have 2 requests: an AI bot that acts like you during emergencies when I forget everything you said and an episode on kids with serious ADHD. Thank you again!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KarolinaLP
    United States6 months ago
  • Vocation worth thinking about

    Thanks Dr Ken and Jessica. Few things compare to the importance of intentional parenting. Your podcast is always full of helpful wisdom for the task.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dad’s diary
    United States6 months ago

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There are mixed reactions to the religious undertones present in episodes, with some listeners fully embracing them while others express a desire for a more secular approach.
Listeners appreciate the practical advice and relatable content surrounding teenage parenting challenges.
Many reviews highlight the blend of professional insight and personal anecdotes used by the hosts, making discussions engaging and relevant.

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Episode 209: All About Addiction in Teenagers
Q: What should parents do when they realize they have a child struggling with addiction?
Parents need to ensure they don't enable the behavior and encourage the child to recognize their issues themselves.
Episode 209: All About Addiction in Teenagers
Q: What do we do if we discover our kid has been partying and we think they really do have a problem?
The focus should be on holding the teenager accountable rather than jumping straight to addiction treatment.
Episode 207: When Parents Have Different Limits, They're Both Ineffective
Q: What recommendations do you have for parents that are single parents, maybe divorced and working it out with their ex to try and parent those kids?
Try to come to agreement on basic expectations like phone and curfew rules, and have conversations with your teenager about the differences in parenting styles at both households, emphasizing understanding and compromise.
Episode 206: Anger and Yelling Make You Weaker as a Parent
Q: If you have already done this, let's say you're already that parent that has lost your cool, how do you handle that situation?
It's essential to apologize for losing your cool while still maintaining appropriate consequences for your child's behavior.
Episode 201: Teenagers, Jobs and Employability
Q: What would you say to parents who are concerned about their children getting a job?
It's important to understand the balance between family time and encouraging teenagers to gain work experience.

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Focusing on the complexities of parenting teenagers, this series explores a range of relevant topics aimed at helping parents navigate the challenging transition from adolescence to adulthood. The hosts frequently discuss issues related to independence, emotional health, and the dynamic of parent-teen relationships, offering insights and practical advice to foster understanding and effective communication. Through this informative platform, listeners can expect to engage with valuable content that is informed by both professional expertise and personal reflections. Notably, episodes address current societal challenges facing teens today, including mental health, social media influences, and the implications of addiction. The podcast stands ... more

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