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How to Set Boundaries with Spicy Kids with Mary Van Geffen Sep 21, 2022

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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!

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Relishing in the Fruits of the Spirit in Our Parenting Walk Sep 14, 2022

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This week on the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy’s guest is Christina Dronen, mom of 3, founder and Executive Director of Finally Family Homes, a nonprofit helping kids aging out of foster care … as well as the author of the Parenting in Christ bible study series and creator of GentleChristianParenting.com.

Wendy and Christina find so much connection as they discuss their passion for helping families – especially within the church (many who have been grossly misguided, especially around what Godly discipline looks like) – see how to parent with gentleness and look at the scriptures to guide our discipline to be gentle, firm AND effective.

They look closer at how we can bring different scriptures to life when we apply them to being parents … especially Galatians 5:22-23.

In this episode, they chat about what it looks like to parent with the Fruits of the Spirit including:

Humility
Gentleness
Self-Control

For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/137.

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6 Ways We Can Become an Empowered Parent Sep 07, 2022

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In this episode, we are looking at finding our empowerment as parents through connection, community and reliable sources of information.

It is full of inspiration on ways we can become empowered parents, including finding our village (physically and digitally!), equipping ourselves with tools, becoming confident in processing our feelings, and letting go of things that drain our ability to parent at our best.

Tune in to discover ways to get started on your journey to becoming an empowered parent in your home!

For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/136.

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How to Get What You Want (without complaining) - with Pam Dunn Aug 31, 2022

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In this episode, we are diving into something we all have found ourselves doing from time to time (and even been on the receiving end of): complaining & blaming!

You’ll learn so much in this one, including what complaining (aka blame) looks like, subtle ways we blame / complain (& our tendencies to vent), why complaints are not a way to ask for what you want or set a boundary & how complaining is a way to begin to figure out what you do want, ways in which there is a request in every complaint & why blame is normal (just not helpful).

Tune in and discover how to change up complaining to help you get what you want without dipping into this unhelpful habit as parents.

For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/135.

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7 Ways to Make A Difference in A Hurting World Jul 06, 2022

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As the world continues to face hardship and chaos amidst a crisis of mass shootings, Wendy and Terry come together with a unifying and empowering message on how individual action can make major community, national, and even global change.

In a time of such great violence and fear, there is a need – now more than ever – to stand up, speak boldly and guide our children with examples of love and courage.

For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/134.

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Our Greatest Superpower As Parents: Empathy with Jason Kreidman Jun 22, 2022

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On this episode of the Fresh Start Family Show - Terry and Wendy have an insightful conversation with a long-time friend and founder of Dad University, Jason Kreidman.

Jason discusses his journey through parenthood, which paved his way to founding an educational company dedicated to helping other dads gain confidence in their parenting.

The focus of this conversation is the #1 tool for parents to add to their parenting toolkit … empathy and how a shift in perspective can truly save relationships and build connected families.

For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/133.

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Helping Kids Handle Change and Uncertainty with Sara Olsher Jun 15, 2022

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On the Fresh Start Family Show this week - Wendy has writer, illustrator, and speaker, Sara Olsher as a guest to discuss how to help children better handle change, anxiety, and all of life’s uncertainties.

Sara walks through her own unexpected and uncomfortable life events such as divorce and battling cancer, to help other families prepare for the unexpected. She has spent her life working hard to be comfortable with the profoundly uncomfortable and now helps others to do the same.

She believes that every one of us has the strength and resilience to overcome unimaginable hardship, and to use our lessons to make this world a much better place.

For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/132.

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The Importance of Curiosity as Parents with Hunter Clarke-Fields Jun 08, 2022

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Today on the Fresh Start Family Show Wendy has a 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.

For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/131.

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The Benefits of Spirituality for Kids with Jon Ogden Jun 01, 2022

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Today on the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy and Terry interview Jon Ogden, a university instructor, instructional designer, writer and father.

Jon has taken his experience and interest in wisdom literature from around the world to create a resource for families called Uplift to help build a better community, alongside his spouse, for his two sons and other children throughout the world.

The focus of the conversation today is on spirituality and how spiritual development through the early years of life provides a protective health benefit, reducing the risk of depression, substance abuse, aggression, and high-risk behaviors for children.

For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/130.

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Building A More Peaceful Home for Our Families with Jeanne-Marie Paynel May 25, 2022

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In this episode, Wendy and Jeanne help to guide families on how to better prepare their homes and themselves for their children to thrive by creating a supportive and serene atmosphere. Jeanne-Marie (also lovingly referred to by kids as Ms. Jenny) combines her three passions: Montessori, Conscious Parenting, and Positive Discipline to provide practical steps and wisdom for families with children at all stages.

For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/129.

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