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In this episode of The FASD Success Show, I sit down with Mike and Crystal, a couple who have been through the wringer raising four kids—all on the FASD spectrum. They open up about their darkest moments and the journey that brought them from surviving on the edge to finding peace and understanding.

Crystal shares how she was on the verge of running away, feeling overwhelmed and without support. But through education and connection, they found the tools to change their family dynamics. Now, their home feels calmer, and they have the confidence to tackle even the toughest days.

Tune in to learn about:

• The Breaking Point: Crystal’s raw honesty about feeling like she might leave it all behind—and how she turned things around.
• Creating Peace in the Chaos: How Mike and Crystal learned to manage behaviors and meltdowns without letting their home spiral out of control.
• From Survival to Thriving: Discover how understanding FASD on a deeper level allowed them to parent with compassion and less stress.
• The Power of Community: Why finding others who get what you’re going through can be a game-changer for caregivers.

This episode is packed with hope, real-life strategies, and inspiration. If you’re feeling burnt out or stuck, Mike and Crystal’s story will show you that change is possible.

Show Notes:

• Register for the Free Caregiver Kickstart Workshop: Our free, once-a-year workshop is happening on September 14th, 15th, and 17th! Gain the confidence and tools you need to create more peace and structure for your loved one with FASD. Register here.

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Welcome to another inspiring episode of The FASD Success Show! In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Jolly, an incredible single mom of four, two of whom have FASD. Ryan's story is one of resilience, determination, and the transformation that comes from finding the right support.

Ryan opens up about her toughest moments—like dealing with explosive behaviors and feeling completely overwhelmed. However, she also shares how she shifted her mindset through training and community support and found new ways to navigate the challenges. Her journey proves that, no matter how tough things get, there’s always hope.

Tune in to learn about:

• The Turning Point: How a chance encounter at a foster care training changed everything for Ryan and her family, leading to an FASD diagnosis.
• Managing Explosive Behaviors: Ryan shares her strategies for handling the unpredictable and overwhelming moments with her kids and how she learned to stop feeling alone in the fight.
• Building a Support Network: Discover how connecting with a community of FASD caregivers helped Ryan shift from isolation to empowerment.
• Shifting the Mindset: How Ryan went from seeing her kids’ actions as defiance to understanding them as symptoms of FASD—and how that changed her whole approach.

Whether you’re feeling isolated, exhausted, or in need of encouragement, Ryan’s story will inspire you and offer practical advice to help you on your FASD journey.

Show Notes:

• Register for the Free Caregiver Kickstart Workshop: Our free, once-a-year workshop is happening on September 14th, 15th, and 17th! Gain the confidence and tools you need to create more peace and structure for your loved one with FASD. Register here.

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Join us for a raw and real episode of The FASD Success Show. I’m your host, Jeff Noble, and in this episode, I chat with Ray and Jen, parents of five kids—four of whom are on the FASD spectrum. Before joining our community, they were constantly overwhelmed by daily blowups, meltdowns, and behaviors that left them walking on eggshells. But through training and education, they found the tools to stop engaging in the chaos and create more peace at home.

Ray and Jen share their honest and inspiring journey from being stuck in survival mode to finally getting on the same page as a parenting team. If you’ve ever felt like you’re on the brink, this episode will give you the hope and practical tools to help you take back control.

Tune in to learn about:

• Turning Conflict into Calm: How Ray and Jen learned to stop blowups before spiraling out of control and found more peace in their daily lives.
• Working as a Team: Discover how getting on the same page as caregivers transformed their ability to parent effectively, even when emotions run high.
• Understanding FASD Behaviors: Hear how they shifted from seeing their kids' actions as defiance to recognizing the brain-based challenges of FASD—and how that changed everything.
• Finding Community and Support: Learn how connecting with others on the same journey brought them the understanding and validation they needed to thrive.

Whether you’re feeling burnt out or just looking for new strategies, this episode will give you actionable tips and a renewed sense of hope for your FASD journey.

Show Notes:

• Register for the Free Caregiver Kickstart Workshop: Our free, once-a-year workshop is happening on September 14th, 15th, and 17th! Gain the confidence and tools you need to create more peace and structure for your loved one with FASD. Register here: www.fasdsuccess.com/fasdworkshop

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