Parenting is often lived in the extremes. It’s either great joy or chaotic overwhelm. One moment you’re nailing it and the next you’re losing your cool. I want to help you find your way to the messy middle, to a place of balance. You see, balance is a verb, not a state of being. It is a thing you DO, not a thing you ARE. It’s an action, a process, a series of micro-corrections that we make, each and every day, to keep ourselves feeling centered. We are never truly balanced, we are engaged in ...
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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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Break the cycle of generational trauma by doing your own work, connecting to your authentic self, so that you can raise children who won’t have to recover from their childhoods. Our Motto is: Raising Our Children, Growing Ourselves. Authentic Parenting explores how you can find more calm, connection and joy in parenting through the process of self-discovery and inner growth with a trauma-informed lens. Enjoy!
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Join me, Momina Salim, Pediatric Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach in exploring the inner workings of our children's brains and bodies with leading Integrative Child Health Experts. Helping Children Thrive is a resource to empower parents, caregivers and practitioners by sharing the latest research, tools and most importantly HOPE that children can recover and regain their health, life and potential.
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The Vibrant Happy Women Podcast is for women who want to expand their capacity for joy. If you crave a more authentic, heart-centered, and balanced life, you’ll love learning with Happiness Expert Dr. Jen Riday as she interviews vibrant women and shares proven tools that will help you “get your SPARKLE back” in all areas of your life. You’ll be inspired by discussions of authenticity, healthy boundaries, emotional healing, time management, confidence, adventure, spirituality, conscious paren ...
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Welcome to "Finding You Now," the podcast dedicated to empowering mums who are feeling lost and stuck. Motherhood is a beautiful journey, but it's not without its challenges. It's all too common for mums to lose sight of their own dreams, passions, and identity while taking care of their families. If you're a mum who feels like you've lost touch with yourself and yearns for more, this podcast is for you. Join us as we embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and growth. Each epis ...
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Re-Mothering Yourself with Grace and Compassion with Dr. Laura Froyen
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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-informe…
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The Importance of Curiosity as Parents with Hunter Clarke-Fields
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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 sh…
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Youth Mental Health: Have Smartphones Destroyed a Generation? with Judith Warner
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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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Mindwandering: How to Improve Your Mood and Boost Your Creativity with Moshe Bar
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What Does it Mean to Be Nourished? with Deborah MacNamara, PhD
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Clinical counselor and educator Dr. Deborah MacNamara on how food has become divorced from attachment, how we make it so stressful, how food creates relationship issues and vice versa and why family meals are not the full answer. Also, how to handle picky eating, and treating feeding our children like we treat a bedtime routine. Her new book is Nou…
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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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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, fro…
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Empowering Kids with Voice and Choice: A Parenting Paradigm Shift
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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…
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How to Stop Holding a Grudge with Judith Rabinor, PhD
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Dr. Judith Rabinor on why we hold onto grudges, the impact on our well-being and relationships, and practical strategies for letting go and finding peace. We also explore why some people struggle more than others with letting go, examine the role of trauma and the transformative power of updating our life story to move past feeling stuck. And the s…
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How We Can Achieve Our Parenting Goals with a Relaxed Nervous System
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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 …
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Parenting through Connection Instead of Coercion with Pam Leo
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Author of Connection Parenting (the book is about 20 years old!) Pam Leo on why connection matters, how build and rebuild connection with our children on a daily basis, and what it looks like in reality. Also, we talk about respecting children. the importance of play, literacy, and so much more. Pam shares a truly powerful exercise from her book 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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On 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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Overcoming Trauma: Releasing Shame and Healing the Body with Peter Levine, PhD
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Renowned developer of powerful healing modality Somatic Experiencing (SE) Peter Levine on how trauma lodges itself to the body, wreaks havoc on the nervous system and what it takes to heal. Also, he shares his personal experience with rape when he was 12 years old, a trauma he carried most of his life and how using his own method he overcame it. He…
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5 Secrets of the Calmest, Happiest & Most Confident Parents I Know
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In 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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The Harms of Gentle Parenting with Laura Froyen
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Has gentle parenting gone too far? Is it too soft, too gentle? What are the harms of gentle parenting and what can we do to remedy the situation? Laura Froyen, a returning guest, co-host and friend joins on the discussion of different styles of modern parenting, including peaceful, conscious, authentic and respectful. We also talk about some of the…
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193: How to Quickly and Easily Reduce Stress with Dr. Greg Hammer
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(LIVE PODCAST) Finding Healing, Peace and Joy- Part 2
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This is ther Q&A session from our live event on April 27, 2024. Part 1 can be found in episode 406. LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail. info@authenticparenting.com Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/An…
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Building Connection, Confidence and Creativity in Kids Through Healthy Cooking with Katie Kimball
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In this episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy interviews Katie Kimball from Kids Cook Real Food. They discuss the importance of building connection, confidence, and creativity in children through healthy cooking. Katie shares her journey and passion for teaching families how to cook and eat healthily. She emphasizes the benefits of involvin…
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192: How to Actually Heal Trauma That Is Affecting Your Parenting with Dr. Frank Anderson
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(LIVE PODCAST) Finding Healing, Peace and Joy with Seth Gillihan, PhD-Part 1
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This is the edited recording from our live event–LIVE Podcast '24 Finding Healing, Peace and Joy with featured guest psychologist, author and host of Think, Act, Be podcast Seth Gillihan. Do we need to change ourselves to be happy? How can we access a deeper sense of well-being even amidst challenges and adversity? How can we let go of what we hold…
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How to See Challenging Behaviors in a New Light with Penny Williams
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In this enlightening episode of the Fresh Start Family show, host Wendy Snyder is joined by Penny Williams, an eminent figure in the arena of ADHD, autism, and neurodiversity. The conversation delves into the transformative perspectives on parenting and understanding challenging behaviors, offering solace and strategic insight to families navigatin…
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191: How to Deal with Friend Drama with Sheri Gazitt
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Truth, Trauma and Transformation with Dr. Frank Anderson
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The Invisible Load of Mothers: How to Gain Cooperation with Kids to Do Chores & Pitch in Around the House with Sam Kelly
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In this episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy and guest Sam Kelly discuss the invisible load of mothers and how to gain cooperation from kids to do chores. Sam shares her personal journey of realizing the inequity in her marriage and the mental load she carried as a mother. They discuss the importance of teaching kids to notice and do tasks…
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190: The Ins and Outs of an ADHD Diagnosis in Kids with Dr. Yael Rothman and Dr. Katia Fredriksen
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362: Social Media's Toxic Impact on Women: An Honest Conversation (with Kara Alaimo)
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Are you ready to uncover the surprising truth about the impact of social media on women's lives? Get ready to be enlightened as we unravel the unexpected insights shared by Kara Alaimo, author of "Over the Influence: Why Social Media Is Toxic for Women and Girls." Brace yourself for a revealing journey that challenges common perceptions and offers …
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Disciplining Without Harm: Understanding Needs and Guiding with Empathy with Marcela Collier
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Join Wendy on this episode of the Fresh Start Family Show as she welcomes Marcela Collier, founder of High Impact Club Parenting Education Agency, former therapeutic care provider, certified positive discipline educator and mom of amazing twin boys. They discuss the importance of disciplining without harm and provide practical tools for caring pare…
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189: Tiny Traumas and How They Affect Daily Life and Parenting with Dr. Meg Arroll
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361: Flowdreaming: The Secret to Letting Go of Stubborn Life Patterns (with Summer McStravick)
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If you're feeling frustrated and stuck because your visualizations and affirmations aren't leading to the manifestation you desire, then you are not alone! You may already be taking action by repeating positive statements or creating vision boards, only to find that nothing is changing in your life. Instead of experiencing the success and abundance…
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Setting Boundaries and Trusting Yourself Easier as a Result of Stepping into Financial & Nervous System Healing
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On this episode, Wendy shares her experience with the Relaxed Money program founder and host of the podcast Plenty, Kate Northrup. She discusses how the program helped her overcome financial stress, set boundaries, and trust herself as a leader. Wendy also talks about the importance of teaching children about money and shares practical tips for aff…
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188: The Mental Load Is a Whole Family Problem But One You Can Solve with Samantha Kelly
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How Changing Your Story Can Change Your Life with Nina Mongendre
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5 Painful Generational Cycles to Break the Chain & Not Hand Down to Your Kids
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In this episode of the First Start Family show, Wendy Snyder discusses five financial painful generational cycles to break and not pass down to your children. She shares her own vulnerable experiences with financial healing and the impact it has had on her life. Wendy emphasizes the importance of healing yourself first before teaching your children…
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187: Disability Rights: Ins & Outs Parents Need to Know with Kelley Coleman
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5 Signs Your Child’s Misbehavior is a Symptom, Not the Problem
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In this episode of the Fresh Start Family show, Wendy Snyder explores the connection between a child's misbehavior and the nervous system. She shares her personal journey of healing and how our own conditioning impacts our parenting. Wendy identifies five signs that a child's misbehavior is a symptom, including fear of making mistakes, intense reac…
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186: How to Raise Emotionally Intelligent Teens with Melanie McNally
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A Philosophical Understanding of Anxiety with Samir Chopra, PhD
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Samir Chopra is a philosophical counselor and professor emeritus of Philosophy at Brooklyn College and the Graduate Center of the City University of New York. I hope this episode will add a new layer in aiding you to reflect, reconsider and reconceptualize anxiety. We don’t have to be anxious about being anxious. Embracing our anxiety can be a port…
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Preparing Children for the Real World: The Impact of Positive Parenting Long Term with Bilyana Ivanova
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Join Wendy on a special feature episode with inspiring Fresh Start Family student & podcast host Bilyana Ivanova - a mom of three fantastic girls, who's on a mission to be the best parent and mentor she can be, helping ALL kids unlock their full potential. This episode features an interview Bily hosted with Wendy as the guest, where they discuss th…
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185: The Yoga of Parenting with Sarah Ezrin
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LIVE EVENT Join us for LIVE Podcast '24–our signature event featuring past guest of the show Seth Gillihan. WHEN: Saturday, April 27 WHERE: Princeton, NJ TOPIC: Finding Healing, Peace and Joy TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/finding-healing-peace-and-joy-tickets-834775033597 Watch this short trailer with last' year's highlights. This is epsiod…
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Unlocking Peace and Empowering Families: The Parenting Coaching Revolution
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Join Wendy, Terry and Fresh Start Experience Community Coaches Amy, Courtney & Cayla, as they discuss the power of ‘Becoming a Parenting Coach’ in this episode of the Fresh Start Family show. You’ll hear Terry share about what an impact Wendy’s coaching career has made on their family & hear the Fresh Start Experience coaches share their own journe…
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184: The Benefits of Play-Based Learning with Rachel Robertson
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Join us for LIVE Podcast '24–our signature event featuring past guest of the show Seth Gillihan. WHEN: Saturday, April 27 WHERE: Princeton, NJ TOPIC: Finding Healing, Peace and Joy TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/finding-healing-peace-and-joy-tickets-834775033597 Watch this short trailer with last' year's highlights. LINKS AND RESOURCES Suppo…
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Breaking Through Parenting Fears to Create the Family Legacy of our Dreams
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In this heartening episode of the First Start Family Show, Wendy opens up a candid conversation about overcoming deep-seated fears in parenting. With a heartfelt reflection on a recent weekend course she and her team led in San Diego, she dives into the transformative power of confronting personal fears and the impact it can have on building a fami…
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183: The Science of Playful Parenting with Dajana Yoakley
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Death and Cupcakes with Kristy Lauricella
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When you think of death, or if you think of death, do you imagine cupcakes? Apparently some folks do. More specifically Kristy Lauricella tune in to my thought-provoking, emotion-stirring and surpassingly enjoyable conversation all about death with Kristy. You will also find it helpful Kristy shared some practical advice about taking care of certai…
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