Episode 245: The Wardrobe Wars (and how to survive them)

This episode tackles a question almost every parent of teens faces: What do you do when you don’t agree with how your kids want to dress? From short shorts to oversized hoodies (and everything in between), Cynthia and Dr. Ken walk through how to handle these moments without turning your home into a constant control battle. Dr. Ken unpacks why these conflicts are often less about clothes and more about ownership and independence, and how to set boundaries early while clearly moving toward giving your teen more freedom. You’ll be encouraged to say, “This will be your decision soon—but not yet,” and notice how that changes the conversation. They also talk through real-life pushback, how to approach piercings, what to do when your teen makes a decision without your permission, and why consequences only work if you’re actually willing to follow through. The goal isn’t to control every choice—it’s to prepare your teen to make wise ones when you’re no longer there to weigh in. If you have a minute, please leave us a review. We love hearing listeners encouraging other listeners. You can order Dr. Ken's book "Feeding The Mouth That Bites You" here You can order Cynthia's book "Life Is Messy, God Is Good" here You can order Cynthia's book "How'd I Miss That" here Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Music provided by the great John David Kent - Advertising Inquiries: Privacy & Opt-Out:

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Episode 245: The Wardrobe Wars (and how to survive them) is an episode from Feeding The Mouth That Bites You by Kenneth Wilgus, Cynthia Yanof.

This episode is 24:15 long.

This episode was published on Apr 7, 2026.

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