A podcast about parenting, family & relationships, the Fresh Start Family Show is hosted by husband and wife team Terry and Wendy Snyder, who interview inspiring experts that tackle a range of topics that bring reality, hope, and a path to more peace in the home and world. Expand your heart, learn new tools, strengthen your family.
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*Do you get the feeling of dread in your stomach on a Sunday night for the upcoming workweek? *Are you counting down the hours/minutes/days until you get to go to break/head out for the weekend/go on vacation/retire? *Have you felt that there's something more for you but you don't know how to get started or are too afraid to take the first step? *Have you been putting off your dreams for "someday"? *Are you ready for a change? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then listen up! Yo ...
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Chief Futurist and leader of the Futurist Think Tank Nikolas Badminton presents the Exponential Minds Podcast where he explores ideas with experts from futures thinking all fields around the world discussing how humanity is impacted by the exponential growth in technology and the thinking behind it.
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What Travel Teaches Our Kids (and Us!) About Connection, Culture & Change with Crystal Haitsma
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1:06:12Have you ever dreamed about packing up your bags, hitting the road (or the sky!), and showing your kids the world? In this inspiring episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy is joined by parenting coach and worldschooling mama Crystal Haitsma. We explore how travel can become one of the greatest teachers of connection, flexibility, compassion,…
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The Burnout Trifecta: 3 Things That Run Parents into the Ground with Michelle Grosser
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54:36Feeling edgy, exhausted, or like you’re constantly running behind? You’re not alone—and it doesn’t have to stay this way. In this empowering episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy is joined by Michelle Grosser, nervous system coach and former attorney turned burnout recovery advocate, to explore what she calls “The Burnout Trifecta.” Togethe…
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Breaking Free from Overparenting: Giving Your Kids More Independence with Lenore Skenazy
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1:01:13Is it possible that giving our kids more freedom might actually help them thrive? In this powerful episode of The Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy welcomes Lenore Skenazy—author, speaker, and founder of Let Grow—to explore the surprising connection between independence and mental wellness in kids. Together, they unpack how our culture’s obsession wit…
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Faith in Flux: Navigating Spiritual Shifts & Guiding Kids at the Same Time with Erin Hicks Moon
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1:07:28What happens when your faith starts to shift—but you're also raising kids who are looking to you for spiritual guidance? In this heartfelt and hope-filled episode of The Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy sits down with author Erin Hicks Moon to talk about what it means to live with questions, explore evolving beliefs, and still model a deeply meaningf…
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What's Died and Come Alive in My Heart, Home and Business This Year
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1:30:21In this special Easter episode, Wendy Snyder opens her heart wide to share a deeply personal reflection on what has died and what has come alive in her heart, home, and business over the past year. With themes of rebirth, courage, faith, grief, advocacy, and radical love, Wendy invites listeners into her evolving journey as a Christ-centered parent…
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Creating a Family Legacy of Financial Health, Wealth & Relaxation Around Money with Kate Northrup
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49:15What if your relationship with money could feel peaceful, powerful, and even joyful? In this powerful episode, Wendy welcomes to the show author and financial wellness expert Kate Northrup to talk about breaking unhealthy financial cycles and creating a family legacy rooted in wealth, relaxation, and love. Kate has been a mentor for Wendy’s own per…
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From Reactive to Confident: Breaking Parenting Cycles for Good with Full Mastery Graduates Cristina Johnson & Cayla Schultz
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1:11:09In this special joint episode of The Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy sits down with two incredible Fresh Start Family students, Cayla Schultz and Cristina Johnson, to share their inspiring transformations from overwhelmed, reactive moms to confident, connected parents. Cristina opens up about her journey through infertility, her introduction to posi…
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The Journey from Struggling Mama to Confident Coach with Full Mastery Graduate Bilyana Ivanova
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34:32In this heartfelt episode, Wendy sits down with Billy Ivanova, a devoted mother, parenting coach, and longtime Fresh Start Family student. Billy shares her journey from power struggles and overwhelm to deep, meaningful connections with her children. After joining Fresh Start Family in 2018, she transformed her parenting by shifting her mindset, emb…
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From Guilt to Growth: One Mom's Parenting Evolution with FSF Student Chandni Clough
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51:41In this uplifting episode of The Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy chats with Chandni Clough, a dedicated mom and recent graduate of the Full Mastery Become a Parenting Coach Program, about her incredible transformation. Once stuck in cycles of reactive parenting, Chandni shares how learning grace-based, connection-focused tools helped her move from f…
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3 Reasons Why it Feels So Tough to Stay Organized or Create a Home That Really Fulfills Us with Jen Du Bois
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1:05:30Is your home feeling more chaotic than cozy? In this episode of The Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy sits down with style expert and home coach Jen Dubois to talk about how transforming your space can transform your life! Jen brings a fresh perspective as both a professional organizer and former nurse, sharing how a clutter-free, thoughtfully designe…
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4 Tips to Energize Your Day, Even on Low Energy with Danika Brysha
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1:07:09In this episode, Wendy sits down with the incredible Danika Brysha—entrepreneur, plus-size model, mother, and founder of the Self Care Society—for a powerful conversation about reclaiming energy, even on the hardest days. With raw honesty and deep wisdom, Danika shares her journey from battling body image struggles and disordered eating to embracin…
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The Importance of Allowing Kids to Challenge Rules & Limits (& Why it’s Beneficial) with Nate Feathers
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1:02:46In this heartfelt episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy and Terry sit down with Nate Feathers, the vibrant dad and creator behind the popular Instagram account "Dads Don’t Babysit." Nate opens up about his journey from a traditional upbringing and career as a pastor to becoming an advocate for conscious parenting. With warmth and honesty, h…
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3 Steps to Turn Mistakes & Failures into Character Building Moments for Both Our Kids & Ourselves as Parents with Michelle Icard
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1:01:19In this episode of The Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy sits down with the incredible Michelle Icard, author, educator, and middle school expert, to talk about why failures and mistakes are actually GOOD for kids - and how we can turn them into powerful learning experiences (without the shame or guilt!) Michelle introduces her game-changing approach …
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The Easiest Way to Set “What’s for Dinner?” on Autopilot & Bring More Peace into Our Homes with Brittany Cooper
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58:18Join Wendy as she chats with Brittany Cooper, founder of One Unified Home, about how to take the stress out of meal planning and set dinnertime on autopilot. Brittany shares her journey to creating Eat Together Meal Planner, a game-changing app designed to simplify family meals and bring more harmony into your home. Together, she and Wendy break do…
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Setting Clear & Firm Limits Through Humor & Connection with Nicole Jackson
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59:49In this heartwarming and insightful episode of The Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy Snyder sits down with Nicole Jackson—a nurse, devoted mama, and social media sensation known for her hilarious and relatable parenting videos. Together, they dive into the power of setting firm, loving boundaries with kids in a way that fosters connection instead of c…
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Why it Takes a Village to Raise a Child with Positive Parenting Today
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56:00In this heartfelt episode, Wendy Snyder dives into the power of community in parenting, inspired by Mother Teresa’s wisdom that peace begins at home. Parenting isn’t meant to be a solo journey, and Wendy warmly reminds us how vital it is to have a village of support. Through personal stories, uplifting client successes, and insights from thought le…
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Why Short-Term Fixes Don't Get You Long-Term Results
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44:36If you’re ready to break free from old patterns and start fresh, this episode is for you! In this heartwarming episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy dives into one of the most transformative truths about parenting: "Why Short-Term Fixes Don’t Get You Long-Term Results." Many of us have been there—falling into the trap of quick fixes like ye…
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4 Ways to Make Positive Parenting Stick This Year (& Where You Might Get Stuck)
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1:06:35Ready to make 2025 the year positive parenting truly takes root in your home? In this episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy explores four powerful strategies to ensure your parenting goals stick—not just for a season, but for a lifetime. Through heartwarming stories and practical insights, Wendy dives into the real challenges of staying con…
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Five Steps to Create a Fresh Family Start in 2025
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38:22In this episode, Wendy shares five game-changing steps to help you create a more connected, peaceful family life in 2025. She dives into how relationship-based parenting can break old cycles, build stronger bonds, and teach emotional literacy to kids and parents alike. Whether it’s shifting from punishment to compassion or learning to respond (not …
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How ‘Brave’ is Shaping My Life, Parenting, and Faith in 2025
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1:11:59In this heartfelt and empowering episode, Wendy shares her "Word of the Year" for 2025: Brave. With a focus on courage as a guiding light for growth and transformation, Wendy invites listeners to explore what it truly means to step into bravery—especially when fear is present. Drawing from her own journey of faith, family, and professional evolutio…
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4 Ways to “Up” Your Securely Attached Parenting Game with Eli Harwood
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1:06:49In this inspiring episode, Wendy welcomes Eli Harwood, the voice behind “Attachment Nerd,” to explore the transformative power of securely attached parenting. Eli shares her deeply personal journey from a childhood without secure attachments to her work as a therapist and parent of three, including twins. Through relatable stories and practical str…
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Our Biggest Takeaways from 2024 with Wendy & Terry Snyder
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1:00:43In this heartfelt year-end wrap-up episode, hosts Wendy and Terry Snyder reflect on the profound moments and life lessons that shaped their 2024. Through stories of personal growth, family experiences, and transformative journeys, they explore themes of self-acceptance, embracing individuality, and shedding societal expectations. With humor and vul…
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Why Unconditional Kindness in Parenting is Key: Lessons from a Thriving, Gentle-Parented Gen Z-er with Noor El-Ensary
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1:02:52In this heartwarming episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy sits down with Noor El-Ansary, the inspiring author of "The Kindness Book." Growing up in an immigrant household with gentle parenting at its core, Noor's journey is a testament to the incredible impact of unconditional kindness. Wendy and Noor dive into how these early experiences …
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Is Gentle Parenting Aligned with the Gospel? A Critical Assessment with Dr. David and Amanda Erickson
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1:15:34In this deeply affirming episode of The Fresh Start Family Show, hosts Wendy and Terry Snyder sit down with Amanda and Dr. David Erickson of Flourishing Homes and Families to explore how gentle parenting aligns with the gospel. Drawing from their own transformative journeys and insights from their latest book, the Ericksons redefine "gentle parenti…
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How Disappointing Your Kid Can Save Their Life
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1:05:13In this thought-provoking episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy Snyder sits down with Titania Jordan, a trailblazer in the field of child online safety and the Chief Parent Officer of Bark Technologies. Together, they tackle the tough yet vital topic of how “Disappointing Your Kid Can Save Their Life.” With honesty, warmth, and a shared com…
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Say This, Not That: 5 Tips for Holiday Season Bliss
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30:40Welcome to a deeply meaningful episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, where Wendy Snyder invites us to explore the heart of parenting during the holidays—a time often filled with both joy and unique challenges. Together, we’ll dive into the art of creating connection and calm amidst the hustle and bustle, as Wendy shares powerful tools to regulate…
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Reclaim Your Romance: Strengthen Your Partnership (& Your Parenting!) with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish
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1:05:16In this exciting episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy Snyder teams up with the insightful Dr. Tracy Dalgleish to dig into a topic close to every parent’s heart: keeping romance alive and building a partnership that strengthens the whole family. Wendy and Dr. Tracy dive deep into the powerful impact a thriving relationship can have on paren…
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Why Your Nervous System Feels so Rattled When Your Kids Misbehave
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43:56Tune in to this refreshingly real episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, where Wendy Snyder unpacks the rollercoaster of emotions parents often face when their kids start acting up. Just in time for the holiday hustle, Wendy digs into how holiday schedules, family gatherings, and heightened expectations can make even the calmest parents feel on ed…
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5 Ways to Build Up Your Child's Ability to Entertain Themselves Screen-Free with Drew Vernon
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54:19In this dynamic episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy Snyder is joined once again by Drew Vernon from Tonies for an eye-opening conversation about helping kids develop the ability to entertain themselves—without relying on screens. With screen time becoming the norm in today’s digital world, many families are searching for healthier, more c…
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Caregiver Stress and How to Manage it with Dr. Natali Edmonds
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1:00:41In this heartfelt episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy Snyder sits down with Dr. Natali Edmonds from Dementia Careblazers to dive deep into the realities of caregiver stress, especially in the demanding world of dementia care. Wendy opens the discussion by drawing powerful connections between the challenges of caring for young children and…
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5 Ways to Nurture Allyship and Inclusion in Our Kids with Dr. Traci Baxley
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1:08:43Get ready for an eye-opening episode of the Fresh Start Family Show! Today, Wendy sits down with Dr. Traci Baxley from Social Justice Parenting for a must-listen conversation on raising kids who stand up for what's right. They dive deep into how parents can nurture allyship and inclusion in their children, sharing real-life stories, practical tips,…
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How to Resist Toxic Teachings & Hypocrisy as a Family of Faith with Tim Whitaker
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1:27:47*warning: contains language that may not be suitable for children In this compelling episode, we sit down with Tim Whitaker, founder of The New Evangelicals, to dig deep into navigating faith, resisting toxic teachings, and advocating for marginalized communities within the Christian church. Tim shares his personal journey from growing up in a cons…
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One Life, Make it Count! with Shaney Jo Darden
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1:10:01In this heartfelt and empowering episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy and Terry are joined by the incredible Shaney Jo Darden, founder of the Keep A Breast Foundation. Together, they dive into the powerful theme of "One Life, Make It Count," as Shaney Jo shares the inspiring story behind her mission to spread breast cancer awareness and pr…
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Music Hacks for Powerful Parenting with Heidi Rojas
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1:04:44Welcome to a truly inspiring episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, where Wendy sits down with the remarkable songwriter and artist development coach, Heidi Rojas. This conversation is a deep dive into the transformative power of music and singing in the parenting journey. Heidi shares her story of evolving from a passionate music lover to a beaco…
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Calm Your Chaos: Breathwork & Somatic Magic for Parents with Kiesha Yokers
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1:21:44In this powerful episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy sits down with Kiesha Yokers, a trauma-informed breathwork facilitator and somatic practitioner, to unpack how nervous system health and inner calm can transform your parenting journey. Kiesha opens up about her own path through trauma and resilience, sharing how grounding techniques an…
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Parenting Traps: Discover the Sacred Third Path with Sarah Tacy Tangredi
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1:02:38In this down-to-earth episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy sits down with nervous system expert Sarah Tacy Tangredi to explore how healing and regulating our nervous systems can transform both our parenting and personal lives. Sarah, who brings a wealth of knowledge from her work with Kate Northrup's program, shares how finding balance wit…
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Positivity That Can Save Your Life with Niyc Pidgeon
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1:16:51Join Wendy and Terry as they dive deep into the transformative power of positive psychology with renowned expert Niyc Pidgeon. This conversation is one of hope, healing, and practical wisdom. Together, they explore the life-saving potential of positive psychology, share deeply personal stories, and uncover three actionable ways to weave this scienc…
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Seeing Boundaries as Building Fences vs Using Leashes with Our Kids – with Destini Ann Davis
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1:02:14On this episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy chats with the incredible Destini Ann Davis. Destini is a working mom and parenting coach, author, TedX speaker and host of B*tch, You Doing a Good Job podcast. She advocates for peaceful parenting and positive discipline techniques that encourage both the parent and child to connect and communi…
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How to De-escalate Situations with Strong Willed Kids When They’re Upset with Kirk Martin of Celebrate Calm
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1:15:57On this episode of The Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy chats with the funny and insightful Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and host of the Calm Parenting podcast. They explore 3 tools we can use to help de-escalate situations with our strong-willed kids when they’re upset that are effective and actually create closeness when parenting a stron…
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How to Set Boundaries with Spicy Kids with Mary Van Geffen
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54:16Join Wendy Snyder & Mary Van Geffen to discuss all things "Spicy Kids" ... (aka kids you may describe as strong willed or power kids!) You'll learn 3 Important Steps to Setting Boundaries with Spicy Kids (With Calm, Firmness, & Repetition) & also how to identify unique strengths in your spicy kiddos ... so you can stick with strong boundaries in yo…
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The Goal is NOT Fine! The 3 MOST Important Life Skills to Teach Kids with Parent and Teacher Coach Chazz Lewis
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1:04:54The inspiring and vibrant parent & teacher coach Mr. Chazz joins Wendy & Terry for an incredibly empowering conversation about how focusing on connection + disciplining with compassion will help our kids to learn 3 of the most important life skills: Building and maintaining healthy and meaningful relationships Understanding your own needs and learn…
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Re-Mothering Yourself with Grace and Compassion with Dr. Laura Froyen
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1:07:18Take time today to listen to this personal conversation between Wendy and Dr. Laura Froyen as they discuss how to “remother” (or re-parent) yourself, so that you can show up best for your children at home. In this episode Dr. Laura teaches parents how to approach their parenting with grace and kindness plus discusses how she uses her trauma-informe…
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The Importance of Curiosity as Parents with Hunter Clarke-Fields
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59:23Join Wendy on this episode of the Fresh Start Family Show for her conversation on mindfulness and curiosity with mindful mama mentor, Hunter Clarke-Fields, MSAE, RYT. Hunter has made it her mission to help families break reactive cycles to create a peaceful and positive home and raise confident and kind kiddos as a result. In this episode Hunter sh…
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In today’s episode Wendy & Terry are discussing power struggles and how to dissolve them when they occur between parents & their children. Power struggles are never fun to deal with, but just part of life when you’re raising kids! They happen when the parent tries to get their child to do something & the child refuses. The classic “No I won’t & you…
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In today’s episode Wendy & Terry are discussing power struggles and how to prevent them between parents & their children. Power struggles are never fun to deal with, but just part of life when you're raising kids! They happen when the parent tries to get their child to do something & the child refuses. The classic "No I won't & you can't make me" i…
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From Frazzled to Fabulous: Empowering Strong-Willed Kids with Love
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55:48On today’s episode of The Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy welcomes Becky Dean, a dedicated Fresh Start Family member, to discuss her transformative parenting journey. Discover how Becky navigated the challenges of raising a strong-willed child through mindset shifts, firm boundary-setting, and self-compassion. Hear about Becky’s personal growth, fro…
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Empowering Kids with Voice and Choice: A Parenting Paradigm Shift
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58:20On today’s episode, Wendy warmly welcomes Ruthie, a cherished student in the Fresh Start Experience, to discuss her transformative parenting journey. Ruthie shares her transition from a reactive, shame-based approach to one rooted in compassion and connection. They explore strategies for dealing with children's challenging behaviors, the importance…
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How We Can Achieve Our Parenting Goals with a Relaxed Nervous System
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53:20In this insightful & eye-opening episode of the Fresh Start Family show, Wendy Snyder chats about how to hit our most important parenting goals by keeping your nervous system chill. She kicks things off by talking about the usual struggles parents face, especially with those strong-willed little ones … and then breaks down why it's so important to …
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5 Things You Must Do to Thrive in the Second Decade of Life with Your Kids
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1:03:56On this episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy shares insights on thriving in the second decade of life with your kids. Reflecting on her journey from raising toddlers to teenagers, she emphasizes the need for creating safety at home, influencing through relationships, providing unconditional love, replacing punishment with compassionate dis…
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5 Secrets of the Calmest, Happiest & Most Confident Parents I Know
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52:50In this episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy delves into the five secrets of the calmest, happiest, and most confident parents she knows. Drawing on 14 years of experience, Wendy discusses the importance of self-awareness, prioritizing family, healing the nervous system, embarking on a healing journey with joy, and cultivating self-love an…
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