Parenting Today's Teens
Mark Gregston
The Parenting Today's Teens Podcast is a daily resource for parents raising teenagers. Hosted by Mark Gregston, a renowned parenting expert with over 45 years of experience, this podcast provides practical, expert advice for navigating the challenges of parenting teens. Whether you're struggling with defiance, emotional issues, or just want to understand your teen better, Mark’s guidance is raw, real, and always hopeful.
Some episodes are co-hosted by Courtney LaFleur, LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and on-staff counselor at Heartlight, adding professional counseling insights to the conversation. Together, Mark and Courtney provide expert tips and real-life solutions to help you build stronger relationships with your teen and navigate the complexities of today’s adolescent culture.
If you’re looking for guidance on how to connect with your teen, improve family dynamics, and raise a confident, well-adjusted teen, this podcast is for you.
For more parenting tools and expert advice, visit www.ParentingTodaysTeens.org.
Parenting Today's Teens is part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information, visit www.ChristianParenting.org.
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A Parent's Greatest Challenge
Parenting Today's Teens
01/19/22 • 27 min
On this episode, Mark Gregston shares a devotional about a parent's greatest challenge.
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What to Do When Nothing Is Working
Parenting Today's Teens
01/20/22 • 15 min
On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk about what to do when it feels like nothing is working with your teen.
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Mark Answers Your Questions
Parenting Today's Teens
10/09/20 • 28 min
On this episode, Mark Gregston answers some of your most pressing questions.
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Mark's Interviews with Teens
Parenting Today's Teens
07/13/21 • 22 min
On this episode, Mark Gregston listens to the stories of a couple of Heartlight teens.
To learn more about Heartlight, visit HeartlightMinistries.org.
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A Devotional from Mark
Parenting Today's Teens
05/19/21 • 32 min
On this episode, Mark Gregston shares a devotional that will speak to you no matter what your current relationship is with your teen.
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Mark Answers Your Questions
Parenting Today's Teens
10/30/20 • 19 min
On this episode, Mark Gregston answers some of your most pressing questions.
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Mark Answers Your Questions
Parenting Today's Teens
10/16/20 • 23 min
On this episode, Mark Gregston answers some of your most pressing questions.
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When Teens Shut Down
Parenting Today's Teens
06/28/21 • 8 min
On today’s episode, Mark Gregston is joined by Wayne Shepherd to talk about what to do when your teen shuts down.
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You Weren't Created to Be a Doormat
Parenting Today's Teens
09/22/22 • 15 min
As a parent, you have every right to establish boundaries to protect yourself AND your teen. Adolescents are self-centered by nature, and if you don't set up boundaries safeguarding your time and emotions, they'll walk all over you! In today's episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk about practical examples of boundaries and how you can implement them in your own home. Don't miss this great topic!
For more insights on creating rules and boundaries, read Mark's article, "Getting No Respect from Your Teen?" at parentingtodaysteens.org/blog/teen-respect-for-parents/
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Modesty and My Daughter
Parenting Today's Teens
04/21/25 • 25 min
Join Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd as they discuss the importance of modesty. They emphasize the need for parents to teach their daughters the value of modesty based on biblical principles, not societal trends. The two remind us how important it is to affirm our daughters' beauty and worth inside and out. Listen as Mark offers practical advice on how to have this important conversation, focusing on the value behind modesty.
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Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit parentingtodayteens.org.
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How many episodes does Parenting Today's Teens have?
Parenting Today's Teens currently has 1262 episodes available.
What topics does Parenting Today's Teens cover?
The podcast is about Christianity, Parenting, Kids & Family, Religion & Spirituality and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on Parenting Today's Teens?
The episode title 'Living Your Life with Impact and Significance' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Parenting Today's Teens?
The average episode length on Parenting Today's Teens is 18 minutes.
How often are episodes of Parenting Today's Teens released?
Episodes of Parenting Today's Teens are typically released every day.
When was the first episode of Parenting Today's Teens?
The first episode of Parenting Today's Teens was released on Jun 15, 2020.
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