Fresh Start Family Show

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How to De-escalate Situations with Strong Willed Kids When They’re Upset with Kirk Martin of Celebrate Calm Aug 21, 2024

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On 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 strong-willed kiddo:

Self-Regulation: We must control our own emotions first before we address the child. The quickest way to change your child’s behavior is to first control your own.
Movement: Motion changes emotion. Sometimes talking makes kids more upset. Use movement to help calm an upset child.
Connection: Relationships change behavior. Staying connected, especially during discipline creates trust & safety, which kids NEED in order to learn effective self-regulation.

Strong-willed kids are incredible, AND they can often be misunderstood. This episode gives us a fresh and empowered perspective on these kiddos and how to support their big feelings.

For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/238.

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How to Set Boundaries with Spicy Kids with Mary Van Geffen Aug 14, 2024

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Join 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 your home - even when your spicy kiddo seem to challenge them ALL repeatedly. This episode is going to inspire you big time!

For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/237.

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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 Aug 07, 2024

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The 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 learning how to meet them
Becoming creative thinkers through problem solving

For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/236.

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Re-Mothering Yourself with Grace and Compassion with Dr. Laura Froyen Jul 24, 2024

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Take 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-informed practices and child development research to help families find more peace, calm, & connection.

Walk away from today’s episode with 3 Ways to “Re-Mother” Yourself:

Acknowledge unmet needs
Respond with self-compassion
Set loving but firm boundaries

For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/235.

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The Importance of Curiosity as Parents with Hunter Clarke-Fields Jul 17, 2024

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Join 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 shares the new path to changing generational patterns and raising confident kids by bringing more calm and peace into their daily lives.

Tune in to learn:

Why curiosity is essential for parenting
Practical mindfulness tactics (even for the busiest parents)
How to sit in uncomfortable situations & hold space for our children

For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/234.

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Power Struggle Dissolving Jul 10, 2024

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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 can’t make me” is something every parent hears many times & is a classic example of a power struggle. Having the skills to dissolve power struggles instead of using fear, force, bribery & rewards allows home to be a place with more joy, peace & connection.

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Power Struggle Prevention Jul 03, 2024

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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" is something every parent hears many times & is a classic example of a power struggle. Having the skills to prevent power struggles is much easier than dealing with them head on, so being well versed in prevention strategies is so beneficial and significantly helps bring more joy, peace & connection to families.

For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/232.

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From Frazzled to Fabulous: Empowering Strong-Willed Kids with Love Jun 29, 2024

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On 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, from reducing household stress to fostering self-worth, and the impact of these changes on her family dynamics. Becky also touches on sibling rivalry, detachment from children's big emotions, and community support. If you're a parent looking for actionable insights and heartfelt stories of growth, this episode is for you.

For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/231.

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Empowering Kids with Voice and Choice: A Parenting Paradigm Shift Jun 26, 2024

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On 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 of self-compassion, and the profound impact of seeing goodness in both themselves and their kids. Ruthie also touches on how this shift has improved her family dynamics and personal growth. Join Wendy and Ruthie as they delve into effective parenting techniques that foster emotional safety and resilience.

For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/230

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How We Can Achieve Our Parenting Goals with a Relaxed Nervous System Jun 19, 2024

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In 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 ditch the fear-based, punitive tactics that only crank up the stress.

Throughout the episode, Wendy digs into why a regulated nervous system is a game-changer for parents practicing powerful positive parenting and she also shares how our own childhood experiences shape our reactions which then carry into how we parent.

Tune in to learn practical tips for spotting these patterns and get real, actionable advice on calming yourself. You’ll even hear Wendy share some vulnerable, personal stories about her journey from being reactive to more responsive in parenting, encouraging us all to be more kind to ourselves along the way.

For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/229.

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