10 Must-Have Holiday Gifts from Fresh Starts Experts!
The holiday season is here, and it’s the perfect time to find meaningful gifts that inspire, support, and bring joy to your loved ones. At Fresh Starts, we’ve curated a list of must-have holiday gifts from our incredible Fresh Starts Experts, featuring everything from empowering books and beautifully designed planners to transformative courses and more. These thoughtful picks aren’t just gifts—they’re tools for growth, organization, and creating moments of self-care during life’s transitions. Whether you’re shopping for a friend navigating a new chapter or treating yourself to something special, this guide has something for everyone. Get ready to check off your holiday list with gifts that truly make an impact! (There are even free gift ideas below!)
Here are 10 gift ideas from our amazing Fresh Starts Experts:
Beyond Survival: How to Get to the Next Level
Founded by therapist and Fresh Starts Expert Janice Holland, Beyond Survival: How to get to the Next Level is the perfect holiday gift to help you jumpstart your breakthrough in 2025. It provides the tools and insights needed to identify and break through invisible barriers that have been holding you back. This transformative course will empower you to leave burnout behind and step into the life you’ve always dreamed of, starting with a fresh, energized perspective for the year ahead. Use code HOLIDAY for 100% off!
Live Your EPIC Year Planner
The Live Your EPIC Year Planner from coach and Fresh Starts Expert Julie Neale is more than just a planner—it’s a transformative tool for designing a life filled with purpose and intention. This unique gift includes a full year of monthly "Plan with Me" sessions led by coach Julie Neale, creating built-in accountability and a supportive community to help you focus on what matters most in 2025. The EPIC Year Bundle takes it a step further by adding a Virtual Milestone Hike, offering a reflective and celebratory experience to mark your journey. With space to reflect, set intentions, and track daily gratitude, the planner provides the perfect framework for aligning your life with your E.P.I.C. values. Give the gift of clarity, connection, and growth this holiday season, and help your loved ones create a year filled with meaning and intentional living.
Bowchies Dog Collars
Looking for the perfect holiday gift for the pet lover in your life? Fresh Starts Expert Jenn Johnson has you covered with Bowchies, her custom ribbon dog collars, handmade in New England with both style and safety in mind. These durable collars are triple-stitched and crafted from high-tensile strength nylon webbing with vibrant polyester and nylon ribbons, ensuring they’re as sturdy as they are fashionable. Designed for comfort and built to last, each collar features Weinerlock contoured side-release buckles and is machine washable for easy care. Complete the look with a matching harness and lead, and give the gift of a chic, well-made accessory that celebrates every pup’s unique personality. Made in the USA, these collars are a thoughtful, high-quality present for any dog owner!
Your Voice Matters: Uncovering Your Unique Leadership Workbook
Give the young leaders in your life a gift that will last a lifetime with Your Voice Matters: Uncovering Your Unique Leadership Workbook, created by Fresh Starts Expert and teen leadership coach Lorraine Connell. Unlike trendy gadgets or gift cards, this thoughtful workbook provides teens and young adults with the tools to build self-confidence, make thoughtful decisions, and develop resilience. With a structured yet adaptable approach, it helps them uncover their unique leadership style and equips them to navigate challenges and opportunities with clarity and purpose. By fostering these skills, you’re not just giving them the ability to lead others—you’re empowering them to lead themselves with intention and confidence. It’s a meaningful gift that lays the foundation for personal growth, values-based decision-making, and a future full of possibilities. Also check out the virtual leadership cohort!
Eaton Broshar Method Workbook
The Eaton Broshar Method Workbook is the ultimate planner for the "spicy brains" in your life! Created by Fresh Starts Expert and registered dietitian Allie Echeverria, MS, RD, LD, this quarterly-dated planner is designed to bring order to life's chaos. Drawing from her background as a teacher, project planner, and grant manager, Allie developed the Eaton Broshar Method to manage her own busy life—and now you can gift this transformative tool to someone you care about.
This workbook features quarterly planning and goal-setting, a monthly and weekly menu planning and food budgeting system, a weekly habit tracker, daily wellness pages, and goal review tools to keep life organized and intentional. Perfect for anyone who loves structure with room for creativity, this thoughtful gift helps coordinate nutrition, organization, and finances while empowering them to put pen to paper and take charge of their chaos. Give the gift of clarity, balance, and progress this holiday season!
Fluffy Fleece Slippers
Treat your loved ones (or yourself!) to the ultimate in cozy luxury with these super soft fluffy fleece criss-cross slippers, created by Fresh Starts Expert and confidence coach Kate Sisk, founder of Hidden Intimates. Designed for lounging in style and comfort, these slippers make every step feel like heaven. Whether you’re looking for a thoughtful holiday gift, a treat for a bride-to-be, or just a little indulgence for someone special, these slippers are a perfect pick. Stylish, comfy, and effortlessly chic, they’re the kind of gift that wraps your feet—and your heart—in warmth!
The Holiday Calm Kit
The Holiday Calm Kit by Fresh Starts Expert and spiritual guide Chelsea Kim Long is the ultimate gift for anyone seeking peace and clarity during the holiday season. Perfect for navigating the swirl of emotions that come with festive gatherings—whether it’s joy, nostalgia, or the occasional stress—this guide helps you approach the holidays with confidence, compassion, and calm. Inside, you’ll find pre-gathering reflection prompts to set your intentions, practical tools for handling tricky interactions, and post-gathering exercises to process and grow from your experiences. This thoughtful resource is more than a gift; it’s a pathway to meaningful, grounded holiday moments. Ideal for anyone who wants to stay true to their values and thrive during the busiest time of year.
Unfuck Your Parenting: How to Raise Feminist, Compassionate, Responsible, and Generally Non-Shitty Kids
Give the gift of empowered parenting this holiday season with Unfuck Your Parenting: How to Raise Feminist, Compassionate, Responsible, and Generally Non-Shitty Kids, co-authored by Fresh Starts Expert and therapist Bonnie Scott. This refreshingly honest and insightful guide is perfect for parents of kids at any age, offering practical tools to raise thoughtful, resilient, and socially conscious young people in today’s complex world. From teaching boundaries and consent to fostering self-compassion and preparing kids to navigate life’s challenges, this book equips parents with the skills to bring up the next generation of changemakers. It’s the perfect gift for anyone striving to raise kids who are ready to create a better world—without losing their own identity in the process.
Cooperative Co-Parenting for Secure Kids: The Attachment Theory Guide to Raising Kids in Two Homes
Give the gift of peace and partnership this holiday season with Cooperative Co-Parenting for Secure Kids: The Attachment Theory Guide to Raising Kids in Two Homes by Fresh Starts Expert, co-parenting expert, and therapist Aurisha Smolarski. Perfect for parents navigating shared custody, this practical guide offers the tools to build a collaborative co-parenting relationship rooted in attachment theory—ensuring children feel secure, loved, and supported through life’s transitions. With actionable strategies focused on trust, communication, and creating consistent environments across two homes, this book is an invaluable resource for parents committed to putting their kids first. Whether for yourself or a loved one, this thoughtful gift provides a path to healthier co-parenting dynamics and happier, emotionally secure kids.
In The Kitchen: Healthy Meals You'll Actually Enjoy
Bring the joy of cooking to someone special this holiday season with In The Kitchen: Healthy Meals You'll Actually Enjoy by Fresh Starts Expert and cooking instructor Whitney Cardosi. This thoughtfully crafted cookbook features a collection of approachable, nutritious recipes that are anything but bland. From quick, simple dishes to more adventurous creations, Whitney’s recipes are designed to bring flavor and joy to every meal.
Perfect for home cooks of all skill levels, this gift inspires healthier eating without sacrificing taste. Whether it’s sauces, salads, or comforting mains, these recipes are destined to become kitchen staples. Give the gift of delicious, wholesome meals and the excitement of discovering new favorites this holiday season!
