Preparing Your Kids For the Teen Years (...

Sarah Smith shares the heartbreaking story of navigating her mother’s journey with Early-Onset Alzheimer’s disease. Sarah’s mom, “Beauty,” was full of life, strong and independent. When she began slipping mentally, she and her husband tried to cover up the problem, and Beauty ref ... Show More

Dave and Ashley Willis share hilarious stories to illustrate the need for open and direct communication in ALL of our relationships, especially marriage. You’ll learn how to be careful with your words, how to be a better listener, and how to be an encouragement to others.   Recei ... Show More

In our very busy and often overloaded lives, a day of rest—the Sabbath—is necessary. And biblical! It’s a gift from God, when He calls us to step back, take a break, and just breathe. Kathi Lipp offers some ways to examine your day-to-day patterns, create rhythms and routines, an ... Show More

<p><span>Our teens are wrestling with the pressures of their world. They don&#39;t need more “you should do this” lectures — they need your listening ears and sometimes, just your silent support. In today&#39;s episode, Mark talks about the importance of understanding the changin ... Show More

Michael Anderson shares what might be happening if your child’s behavior seems to change dramatically.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the Launch Into the Teen Years Kit for your minimum donation of $60!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feed ... Show More

<p><span>Our approach to parenting must shift as our kids’ world changes — which means we have to recognize the complex issues our pre-teens are being faced with. In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd dive into the crucial subject of instilling responsibility in tween ... Show More

<p>In today's episode of At Home with the Beveres, we're stepping into some of the trenches of parenting. Addison, Juli, and Alec come together with special guest and next-gen Bevere, Asher to talk about the transition into the teenage years.</p><p>Adolescence is not just a stepp ... Show More

<p><span>In today’s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd explore the struggles teens often face, including issues like drugs, addiction and pornography. Mark emphasizes the importance of parents being proactive, understanding that teens are likely to encounter these challeng ... Show More

When parents learn what their children need from them at different developmental stages, it reduces conflict and increases connection. For example, the teen years require a very different set of strategies than others which most parents don’t know.  In this episode Dr. Shefali di ... Show More

Jonathan Catherman has some encouragement for you as your child launches into the teen years.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive The Manual to Middle School and an audio download of "Braving Middle School Like a Boss" for your donation of any amount!   If you've listened to a ... Show More

<p>Hey dear listeners, do you want to know how to have an epic adventure with Zara and Leo?&nbsp;They will explain how to use the Big Life Journal and the Big Life Kids podcast… TOGETHER! Listen along as we take a look inside the journal and find out how your JOURNAL BUDDY can he ... Show More

Many boys are struggling, and parents are often left wondering how to reach them. If your tween or teen son seems distant, gives one-word answers, or is spending too much time online, you’re not alone. In this episode of “Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Raising Tweens & Teens,” psych ... Show More

Teens are under so much pressure these days. Whether it's learning to drive or them resisting sexual temptation, how can you help as a parent? Jodie Berndt talks with Jim Daly on ways she learned to pray for her kids in the teen years. Then, John and Danny bring up how to help yo ... Show More