Stephanie Eige

Stephanie's Website

I mentor families pursuing a path of non-traditional education and help them find peace, joy, and true connection through respectful parenting, educational freedom and empowerment. I have been with my husband for more than 30 years and we have a 17-year-old son and 16-year-old daughter. We have been homeschooling for 10 years and love to travel. We have been to 48 states and a dozen or so different countries.

@wanderlearn.stephanieeige on Instagram

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Stephanie Eige joins us to share her transformative journey through non-traditional education and parenting, emphasizing the importance of adapting learning experiences to fit each child's unique needs. With over a decade of homeschooling and a focus on respectful parenting, Stephanie illustrates how parents can pivot away from rigid structures when they aren't working and allow their children to take part in decision-making processes.

Her insights into the various modalities of education, from online programs to micro schools and unschooling, reveal the fluidity and creativity that can thrive in a home-learning environment. Through her experiences, Stephanie highlights the critical role of communication in building strong family connections, proving that it's never too late to reshape relationships and foster a love of learning. Whether you're contemplating homeschooling or seeking to enhance your parenting approach, Stephanie's wisdom offers valuable perspectives on nurturing joyful, empowered children.

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Bonus 13-Lynne Roe-Twice Gifted: The Challenges and Triumphs of Educating a Unique Learner

Guest Bio - Lynne Roe

Lynne works with entrepreneurs and small business owners to develop a strong foundation to lead their business. She guides business owners in developing strategic action plans and sound decision-making that leads to dynamic business growth. She takes business owners from Entrepreneur to CEO of a successful and profitable business. Lynne is the author of “Leadership In Action: Inspiration for Intentional Leadership”

Lynne Roe, a business coach and devoted parent, shares her inspiring journey of navigating the educational challenges faced by her son with learning disabilities. The heart of the conversation revolves around the concept of "twice gifted" children—those who excel in some areas while struggling in others—and the unique hurdles this creates in traditional educational settings.

Lynne recounts her hands-on approach to supporting her son's education, which involved balancing remedial work with intellectually stimulating tasks that catered to his strengths. The discussion highlights the importance of finding time for family amidst the demands of entrepreneurship, emphasizing that parents can successfully integrate their children's education into their busy lives. With practical advice and personal anecdotes, Lynn illustrates how strategic planning can empower parents to create a fulfilling and enriching environment for their children while pursuing their own professional goals.

Where to find Lynne:

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynne-roe

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lynne.roe.14

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Blanka Falk

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@renewmotherhood on Instagram

@Momsmentalcoach on X

Blanka on YouTube

Guest Bio:

Blanka Falk is an inspiring author, podcaster, and the mental coach for mothers – and a proud mother of four herself. Her personal transformation from a career-focused woman to a full-time mother has opened her eyes to a completely new perspective on life. Not only has she grown internally, but she has also come to understand the profound importance of bonding with her children and fostering their development.

Blanka firmly believes that every mother has the ability to nurture the strengths, resilience, and personality of her children by consciously embracing her position as a mother and tapping into her full potential. To support this, Blanka offers her services as a mental coach. Through her own studies and extensive experiences, she guides mothers on their journey to inner strength, enabling them to raise confident and resilient children.

With her book, "Hilfe – Ich werde Mutter" (Help – I'm becoming a mother), Blanka laid the foundation for her journey, which eventually led to her podcast "Renew Motherhood." Today, she supports mothers worldwide through her mental training, helping them find their identity as mothers and build strong, loving relationships with their children.

Mission: To empower mothers to find themselves, grow into their position and identity, and unlock the full potential of this unique position – for more inner freedom, strength, and family harmony.

Blanka Falk joins us to share her transformative journey from a career-driven professional to a dedicated mother of four, emphasizing the profound impact of nurturing and bonding with children. She passionately believes that every mother possesses the unique ability to raise resilient and confident children by embracing their role and tapping into their inner strength.

Through her experiences and insights, Blanka highlights the importance of intuition in parenting and the need to create safe, supportive environments for children to explore and grow. She encourages mothers to prioritize their own well-being and to engage actively in their children's development, fostering connections that last into adolescence and beyond. With a blend of humor and heartfelt wisdom, Blanka inspires listeners to redefine their perspectives on motherhood and the invaluable role they play in shaping future generations.

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Bonus 12-Amy Todisco-Unlocking the Secrets of Toxin-Free Living

Join us as we delve into the world of green living with Amy Todisco, a passionate advocate for creating toxin-free, sustainable homes and healthy lifestyles. Discover practical tips to help families embrace eco-conscious living without feeling overwhelmed. Amy shares her inspiring journey, starting from her childhood in New York City, where healthy eating was a way of life, to her extensive research on household toxins and their impact on well-being.

We explore actionable steps, including the importance of understanding the Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 lists for produce, and the significance of reading ingredient labels. This lighthearted yet informative conversation emphasizes that progress is more important than perfection, making it easier for families to take small steps toward a healthier, happier life.

Where to find Amy:

https://www.facebook.com/amy.d.todisco

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amytodisco/

https://www.youtube.com/@greenlivingnow

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Jan Talen

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Jan has been a Marriage and Family Therapist for over 35 years. She has had leadership positions in her professional organizations and church spaces on many levels, for many years and enjoyed 8 years of teaching college freshmen. She is the producer of Family Crazy to Family Calm: The DNA Way to Communicate. An online marriage and parenting program. She is a teacher and podcaster who helps you like being married and being parents together. Jan is a mom of 4 grown (and married) children. She is Grandma to 11 grandkids. Water is Jan’s fun space!! Waterskiing, tubing, boating of all sorts, sailing and swimming are awesome. But so is snowboarding, shoveling snow, and ice skating! Jan believes that life is supposed to be FUN: Fulfilling, Unlimited, and Naturally good - The way God intends it to be!

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Join us for an engaging conversation with Jan Talen, a seasoned marriage and family therapist, as we explore the essential balance between parenting and maintaining a strong marital relationship. Jan emphasizes the importance of couples wearing both the "marriage hat" and the "parenting hat" simultaneously, especially during the early years of raising children, to prevent drifting apart.

With over 35 years of experience, she shares valuable insights from her own journey, including the challenges and triumphs of navigating a busy family life. Listeners will find practical tips on simplifying family schedules, fostering connection, and ensuring that relationships remain a priority amidst the chaos of parenting. This lively discussion not only highlights the fun side of family life but also encourages couples to invest in their partnership for lasting happiness.

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Bonus EP10-Dinalynn Rosenbush-Transforming Parent-Child Connections Through Communication

Guest Bio - Dinalynn Rosenbush

Dinalynn Rosenbush is a Consultant and Parenting Coach, Speaker, 30-year public school Speech Language Pathologist, international best-selling Author, and Creator/Host of the Top 2% podcast: The Language of Play. Dinalynn helps parents understand how children communicate so they can connect more deeply with their children. She empowers parents with practical, daily strategies for building speech and language skills during normal daily activities.

Where to find Dinalynn - https://linktr.ee/thelanguageofplay

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Dinalynn Rosenbush, a seasoned consultant and parenting coach, joins us to share her insights on how parents can effectively support their children's speech and language development. With over 30 years of experience as a speech language pathologist, Denalyn emphasizes the importance of involving parents in the learning process, providing practical strategies for integrating speech practices into everyday activities.

She highlights the significant impact that active parental participation can have on a child's communication skills, especially during the challenging times brought on by the pandemic. Listeners will discover key indicators that suggest a child may need speech support, as well as actionable tips for breaking down tasks into manageable steps. Denalyn's playful approach to parenting education encourages families to create enriching environments that foster connection and growth in their children's communication abilities.

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Maison Collawn joins us to share how media can play a pivotal role in helping children, especially those with autism, explore their identities and foster communication skills. With a background in mass communications and personal experiences with autism, Mason emphasizes the importance of structured media consumption and interactive learning.

He explains how his childhood interests in TV and anime evolved into a podcasting passion, illustrating the transformative power of media. Parents are encouraged to engage with their children’s interests, using these connections to facilitate deeper conversations and learning opportunities. Mason also provides practical tips for balancing screen time with hands-on activities, ensuring that children can thrive both online and offline.

Bonus EP10-Maison Collawn-Fostering Connection: Using Media to Engage Children with Autism

Guest Bio: Maison Collawn

Maison is a passionate speaker with a background in mass communications, diagnosed with autism at an early age. Growing up, he felt different and found solace in TV, which deepened his understanding of himself. This inspired Maison to create the MC Anime Podcast, where he discovered his love for speaking. He believes that media appreciation can help anyone find their identity, and he embraces this as a lifestyle. Maison's goal is to empower others to explore their own journeys through media.

Where to find Maison:

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/maison-collawn

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/BlogMCAnime

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Jena Ponti Jauchius

Jena's Website

Jena is an internationally-recognized landscape architect, nature play expert, and the Founder of N is for Nature Play. Jena has spent her 24+ year career designing sensory-rich, nature-filled play, learning, and therapeutic environments for kids of all ages and abilities. She specializes in designing supportive environments for all kids, including those with autism and other neurodiversities. In addition to design, Jena loves teaching parents, early childhood professionals, and educators how to reconnect with their own senses and create tailored multi-sensory natural play and learning spaces to grow their children’s unique bodies, minds, and spirits.

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@nisfornatureplay on Instagram

Jena on YouTube

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Join us for a delightful conversation with Jena Ponti Jauchius, a renowned landscape architect and nature play expert, as she unravels the importance of sensory-rich environments for children. Jenna emphasizes that creating supportive spaces can significantly enhance children's experiences, particularly for those with autism and other neurodiverse needs.

With over 24 years of expertise, she shares practical tips for parents on how to reconnect with their senses and foster environments where kids can thrive, play, and explore. From building sensory gardens to integrating nature into everyday activities, Jenna inspires us to embrace messiness and creativity in our homes. This episode is a treasure trove of insights on how to nurture not just children’s growth but also our own well-being through the magic of nature and play.

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