The Stepmom Diaries | Blended Family & Stepmom Support Podcast21 Maj 2025

103. Parenting Without The Power Struggles, with Parenting Expert Wendy Snyder

Parenting is hard - but it can help when you're able to lower the temperature. If you've followed me for a while, you know I subscribe to the research-based "connection before correction" philosophy when it comes to stepparents getting involved in discipline.

My guest for this episode has an expertise in what she calls "compassionate discipline," which is a great option for parents looking for a way to be more responsive and less reactive. Wendy's work on positive parenting strategies is inspiring - and should give us all some food for thought as we work to create strong relationships with our kids and stepkids.

About Wendy:

Wendy Snyder is a mom of two, certified parenting educator & family life coach, who inspires parents to learn & grow through connection based positive parenting strategies. As the host of The Fresh Start Family Show & Founder of FreshStartFamilyOnline.com, she helps parents ditch the threats, yelling & harsh punishments so they can live life as a joyful & confident parent (with kids that listen & cooperate great!). Families who take part in her learning & coaching programs experience radical shifts in their hearts, minds & souls - that help them to create rock solid relationships with their kids, while at the same time teaching important life lessons & helping to raise the next generation of leaders, change makers & important human souls.

You Can Find Wendy:

freshstartfamilyonline.com

The Fresh Start Family Show podcast

Instagram: @freshstartwendy

YouTube:@wendysnyder-freshstartfamily

Facebook: @freshstartfamily

Links Mentioned In This Episode:

FREE Quick Start Learning Bundle: 3 Secrets to Thriving with Strong-Willed Kids

Firm and Kind Parenting Blueprint

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