What People Are Saying

"I’m very impressed with the holistic / supportive yet empowerment based / no “1 size fits all” approach of Fresh Start. Absolutely love the focus on mindset and coaching and the groups, community is so important.  I feel so supported already." Loretta

"Fresh Start helped me find ME. Without the baggage and old stories weighing me down. The old jibes in my head, keeping me trapped in the dark. I was suffering from a million little paper-cuts. In themselves not much but they just snagged every move I made, every direction so I would not move to avoid getting caught. Amber Kay and Fresh start helped me untangle the pieces and repair. Truly, thank you. My life has changed so drastically I am planning a new life. And living it."  Carol

"Nice people environment. We are all in the same circumstances. It's nice to share and not be judged." Fresh Start Client

"I am really amazed at the kind of support that you offer." Fresh Start Client

"The group sessions are incredibly valuable – it’s great being able to find solutions to my challenges and share with others, as well as learn from other people’s experiences and progress. They are uplifting and enlightening." Matt

 "I love the program. Thanks goes to you Amber. You started me on the right track. Wouldn’t be so at peace without your support." Fresh Start Client

"I’m only 4 months post-surgery but I’m loving the support, guidance & 'we’re all in this together' approach. The webinars are fantastic, bringing me back to looking after myself, meeting people having the same journey & zero judgement. I don’t know if I would be this happy without the support of Fresh Start team… thank you! " Lee

"I firmly believe that Fresh Start was the key to helping lose and keep weight off, the Gastric Sleeve was just a tool to stop me wanting to eat and stop being hungry all the time. It was the Fresh Start education that taught me the right way to eat, think and live, so I could do what my body and mind needed without having to depend on the Gastric Sleeve alone. I’ve had friends who have the gastric sleeve and did not participate in Fresh Start for whatever reason and their progress/journey has not been the same. Couldn’t have done it without you and your team, thank you Amber." Melissa

"Thanks for that video Amber. I needed to hear that today.  I have not been prioritising my health and have been putting work and relationships ahead of ME. I will put my list up on the fridge so I am reminded that I need to put my health as a ' must ' and not a ' should'." Fresh Start Client

"I just joined one of your webinars. It was amazing! Thank you so much! Very useful and inspiring with lots of positive tips!" Tess

"This was my first experience with Fresh Start and I am very impressed. Thank you. I look forward to to more in the next 2 years." Fresh Start Client

"I love that I get a webinar recording to listen to, as Mondays & Wednesdays I have commitments. Coming into my 1st - 2nd year after surgery, I realised the utmost importance of mindset & cementing good food & self care habits. I'm so grateful for this post surgery program." Lisa

"It was so good to learn how to change a habit. I had no idea how to do this before. I have always been really focused on willpower but I have learned it is not about willpower. It's about the why. So powerful."  Fresh Start Client

"I have learned such a lot from all the advice I’ve read on the posts. It’s lovely to read about the journeys of others - all the trials and tribulations and successes." Sandra

"I attended a webinar tonight. It was fantastic. I got a lot out of it and it feels great connecting with others that are understanding."  Fresh Start Patient

"Thank you for this morning's webinar. I found it very helpful as I have been struggling a bit with old coping mechanisms for dealing with feelings of emotional distress, anxiety and failure. It gave me some clarity for moving forward and I especially resonated with the concept of substitution of habit rather than eradication. Thank you once again for organising this." Susie

"Amber, the webinar yesterday was so, so good. Looking over my notes from yesterday and taking action today. Thank you." Cassandra

"What a great support network Fresh Start is with so many tools and inspiring people - I love seeing everyone's posts and kicking goals." Fresh Start Client

"The 1:1 session was fantastic. The call opened up a lot of issues that I had put aside or wasn’t looking at." Fresh Start Client

"Before my coaching session with Amber I kept failing in all of my attempts at weight loss and couldn’t understand why. Amber helped me to see that I was always giving up before I had even started. It was all in the way I was thinking both consciously and unconsciously, setting myself up to fail. As a result of my session with Amber, I started to work on undoing all the negative thoughts I didn’t even know I had. I am now thinking positive and looking forward to achieving what I know now is an achievable goal. Thanks Amber!" Daniela 

"I'm loving the Saturday emails - they cue me to take the dog for a walk while listening to the videos like a podcast, then reflect on the learnings while getting the heart pumping! My weekday exercise rituals are becoming a habit, but the weekends are less routine so it’s easy to forget, so your emails help me to stay on track!"  Fresh Start Client

"The support from Fresh Start is amazing!" Leanne

"Support and aftercare are vital. I’ve recommended your program so many times. It’s been so good for me." Fresh Start Client

"This program in hand with my team and my personal support system has been fabulous. I actually think it should be mandatory for any WLS surgery." Fresh Start Client

"The program has been really helpful with insightful answers to challenges like mindful eating which was one of my biggest problems prior to my WLS." Fresh Start Client 

"My coaching experience was nothing short of outstanding… I now have tools that I can use forever to keep me on track and in a positive mindset - despite any challenges that life may throw my way. Rather than focussing on the 'I can'ts,' 'I'm not... ' and 'It's not fair!', I have changed these into 'Look how far I have come!' and 'I can actually do anything'." Caroline

"I had my coaching session with Steve this morning and it was fantastic. Got some real insight which is going to really help I’m sure.  Steve was lovely and very understanding. You have a great program!  Thank you." Lee

"I loved the 6 Human needs webinar and how my old emotional eating was so strongly connected to set patterns. There were great tools supplied on how to deal with my old conditions, before they resurface." Fresh Start Client

"As a result of the coaching, I've certainly overcome my reliance on chocolate. When I started I was spiralling out of control back to my pre-surgery ways and the coaching helped me get back on track.  We all know what to eat and how much, but sometimes it's the mind that needs to be worked on and the rest will follow." Mel

"I find the webinars extremely fulfilling with just enough to absorb in the hour and put into action over the coming weeks."  Fresh Start Client

"I have been having Get Back on Track sessions with Emma. What a lovely lady, with amazing skills, who has helped me stay motivated 2 years post surgery. I'm very grateful for this service. She has helped identify goals and supported me to achieve these goals. I'm feeling great at 100kg and happy to maintain this weight on my continuing journey." Lori

"Thank you for your support over the last 18months since my surgery.  I have responded to I think all of your Zoom meetings and have really enjoyed them, (I have been able to apply your suggestions and methods to other ways in my life).  I have now lost 34Kg and feel fantastic mentally and physically. Thank you once again for the encouragement, support and being there over the last 18nonths and for the ongoing lifestyle change in my new life." Fresh Start Client

"Your work has done me wonders and I feel that you’ve given me the right tools to stay on track and make the most of the opportunity the WLS has provided me." Melissa

"I wanted to let you know last night's seminar on Relationship Challenges was so helpful. It helped me understand the reactions of those around me and it was encouraging and motivating for me." Olga

"The breakout room was excellent! It was lovely to connect and share personal experiences. It was a reminder that we’re not alone in the journey of WLS."  Fresh Start Client

"I love this program.  It amazes me how easy it is to use and I like that it is in plain English." Fresh Start Client

"Thanks for tonight’s webinar, Amber. The breakout rooms were great as well. I got to chat with others on the same journey. It’s nice to know we are all going through similar things - we are not alone in the emotional and mental challenges that we  face. This is a very supportive group that I am happy to be a part of."  Fresh Start Client

"I attended the webinar yesterday and just wanted to let you both know how much I enjoyed it and that I got so much out of it. I love how you approach everything with a wholistic attitude, which in my view is most effective. Keep up the awesome work!" Radhika

"I just wanted to say a huge thank you to the team at Fresh Start. I’m over 2 yrs post surgery and your support has been pivotal." Fresh Start Patient

"Thanks for a great video reminder today. It was exactly what I needed .. change my focus on the life I want & steps to get there. I'm loving the whole Fresh Start program. There has been so much useful & helpful information, webinars, videos so far & I've only started my journey." Fresh Start Client

"I just wanted you to know that Saturday’s webinar was the best and so uplifting.  It came at just the right time.  I am going to download those hypnosis sessions onto my phone and I’m going to regularly listen.  Thanks again." Robyn

"Thank you. Fresh Start will make my journey so much better having this support and community that are kind. Loved my first webinar, cannot wait for second one and many more on my journey."  Fresh Start Client

"My first webinar and definitely not my last. I have been a procrastinator for years. Now working on it after last night. Yesterday I was going to complete a hand bag and commence making curtains for a friend. Did neither. Today- completed the hand bag and have started the curtains and didn’t eat at all during the process. Ya for me!  Thank you." Sue

"This welcome program alone has been brilliant - I can only imagine how helpful the next phase will be. Thank you for developing such a comprehensive resource to guide in success! Excited for what’s ahead for me as I finally achieve my personal goal of losing the final 50kgs!"  Fresh Start Client

I loved the podcast you had with Alison. The depth in her answers was inspiring. The surprise was the alienation from her friends. Congratulations on a well-regarded program. Looking forward to the 1:1 sessions." LJ

"I loved the webinar! Absolutely loved it! I find it difficult to get relaxed and I nearly fell asleep. I can't remember the last time I felt that "content." I definitely will be signing up for every webinar I can. I came out of it like, 'Wow!', Just WOW!." Bec