Will and CarrieAnn Standfest are dedicated parents with over two decades of hands-on parenting experience, raising eight forever children through biological, foster, adoption, and international orphan hosting. As emerging experts in connection-based parenting, they have navigated the complexities of trauma and mental health diagnoses within their large family.
They are passionate about helping parents build meaningful relationships with their children, which led them to co-create the ‘Connected Parenting Minute’ as a way to encourage and build up parents. Sharing the best of what they have learned and experienced to guide others on the way to creating the less stressed, more connected homes they desire.
In addition to their work with the Connected Parenting Minute, they both serve as Empowered Parent Affiliate trainers. While CarrieAnn is a ‘Making Sense of your Worth’ facilitator, and Will served as the 2024 Chair for the 3M Families and Caregivers Support Network.
Together, Will and CarrieAnn are committed to supporting parents on their journey towards building deeper, more meaningful connections with their children.
What People Say
Very on point and useful information. Wonderful and authentic, real world presentation
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I LOVED the practicality and the teen point of view you presented. I needed to hear that I need to stop worrying about what other people think about my kid when they have a big behavior. Thank you for training us well!
-Conference Attendee
It is perfect for parents struggling with their teens- very practical workshop!! Lovely people speaking.
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