Chaos and Coffee: Homeschool for Working Moms

About the Episode On the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms this week, I chat to Stephanie Rosenfield. Stephanie is a former speech pathologist turned life coach for overwhelmed moms who helps her clients navigate the internal and external chaos that often creeps up during motherhood without losing their -ish. Using first-hand experience, training as a certified life coach and an...

About the Episode If you’re just starting out on your working homeschool mom journey, you might be thinking about what to do with your kids when you’re working. It’s a good question! I also thought a lot about how to keep my homeschooled child occupied. If you’re a work-from-home mom who intends to homeschool, then this week's episode of the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms is...

About the Episode On the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms this week, I welcome Sam Young MEd from Young Scholars Academy . Mr. Sam, as his community calls him, is the founder and director of Young Scholars Academy, a two-time Fulbright Scholar, a former Bridges Academy teacher of nearly 10 years, and a Bridges Graduate School of Cognitive Diversity graduate. Sam is a neurodiver...

About the Episode Self-care for working homeschool moms is  vital  because we all know that we need to replenish our energy regularly. We need time to rest and regroup so that we can keep  all the balls in the air . But then why do we constantly  put ourselves last ?! To be honest, I’m not sure there’s an easy answer to this questions. Maybe we feel overwhelmed. Or maybe we don’t feel deserving. B...

About the Episode On the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms this week, I welcome Jodie Perry back onto the show. Jodie is the rebel mom behind www. LifeUnboxed.blog . She helps mompreneurs break free from the 9-5, be their own boss, raise their kids, and enjoy their lives. Jodie gives moms the tools they need to be successful on their own terms - in any field or career path. She...

About the Episode On the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms this week, I have the absolute pleasure of chatting to Kelsey Sorensen. Kelsey, is a former third grade teacher and substitute teacher. She is now a homeschool mom to 3 kids and owner of Wife Teacher Mommy, where she and her team serve Pre-K through 6th grade teachers and homeschool parents. She is also a certified life...

On the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms this week, I chat to Kelly Briggs. Kelly is from Nova Scotia, Canada and has four children under 12. She's a past elementary teacher, turned homeschool mom and home management coach. She teaches overwhelmed moms how to keep home management simple, with a focus on planning, routines, and chores. This is the second time I've had Kelly on th...

About the Episode Much like time, energy is an incredibly valuable resource to a working homeschool mom. And in order to thrive, you need to know how to  manage your energy . On the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms this week, I’m going to give you some ideas for making the most of what you have! And finding ways to get more! There are practical steps to take. And you better bel...

About the Episode On the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms this week, I talk to Mina Seid from Raising Seidlings. Homeschooling for 8 years, painting professionally for 12 years, and developing and growing all the way, Mina is passionate about art and how it can connect all subjects. She provides in person and virtual art classes for her community. She loves homeschooling and de...

About the Episode On the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms this week, I have the pleasure of chatting to Camille Kirksey again. Camille is a homeschool expert and mindset coach who encourages, empowers, and educates parents (whom she calls 'homeschool facilitators') to bring out the best in their children and themselves. Since 2013, Camille has taught thousands of homeschool fac...

About the Podcast On today's episode of the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms, I talk to Brandy Coffin from the Nourished Mom. Brandy is a wife, homeschool mom and time management coach. She is the host of a top 2.5% globally ranked podcast, The Nourished Mom, where she talks about homeschool mom life and balancing 'all the things'. Brandy is passionate about helping other homes...

About the Episode If you're just starting out on your working homeschool mom journey, you've probably Googled child care for homeschoolers. And it's definitely something that's important to consider! When we know our kids are safe while we're working, it frees us up to do the things we need to (and want to) do. And it just means one less thing to worry about in our busy days! On the Strike a Balan...

About the Episode On today's episode of the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms, I talk to Teresa Wiedrick from www.capturingthecharmedlife.com Teresa helps homeschool moms shed what’s not working so they can show up in their homeschools (& lives) authentically, purposefully, and confidently. Teresa has been a homeschool mama to four kids (now aged 14-21). Her writing forays turne...

About the Episode Are you starting your working homeschool mom life soon? I know how scary it can be! I was terrified when I started out. And I had no clue what to do! But that's why I'm here! On this week's episode of the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms, I'm going to give you some of the advice I wish I'd had. I've gathered all these tips and strategies along the way over the...

About the Episode On today's episode of the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms, I chat to Lenora Edwards about language development in young children, tweens and teens. Lenora is a ASHA Board Certified Speech Language Pathologist and Chief Knowledge Officer with Better Speech. Since obtaining her CCC’s in 2010, she has worked with individuals of all ages from little ones who are...

About the Episode On today's episode of the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms, I chat about habit stacking. It's a fantastic method to create new habits by hitching them to old ones. As a coach who specializes in transformation, this is something that really speaks to me. I'm all for any simple system that can bring about change. Because this is how you welcome more ease and joy...

About the Episode On the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms, I speak to Lila J. Wohlwend. Lila is a best-selling author, investor, business owner, and homeschooling mom.   She and her husband integrated family, business, and investing.  Their kids started investing and buying real estate at age 7 without using any of their parent’s money or credit.   Lila now helps...

About the Episode As a working mom who’s decided to start home-ed, you might ask yourself: Am I cut out for homeschooling? You might think that you’re too busy, not patient enough, not qualified and you don’t even know where to start. On the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms this week, I want to give you some ideas to gain homeschooling confidence as a working homeschool mom. I’...

About the Episode On today's episode of the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms, I talk to homeschool veteran of 30+ years, Michele Holmes. Michele helps homeschooling parents take on the high school years with confidence!  The training and tools she provides through her company Homeschool Directive are the result of years of experience both homeschooling each of her 8 childr...

About the Episode On today's episode of the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms, I talk about homeschool mom anxiety. It's something that we've all faced at one time or another. So I wanted to give some ideas for overcoming it in a positive way. I know that anxiety can be caused by the outside, but also the inside. And I also know that it can be overwhelming when we have to figure...

About the Show On today's episode of the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms, I speak to Christina and Nick Caster, creators of Gus Plus Us . Nick’s background is in the music and film industry while Christina’s is in musical theater.  This couple became motivated to create Gus Plus Us once Christina started homeschooling their two children. They strongly believed that the sh...

About the Episode On today's episode of the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms, I talk about cycle syncing as a way to welcome more joy and ease into your life. As women, we have a lot going on inside. Our bodies have to create and carry life , after all. And this comes at a price!  I know that many women are really hard on themselves and want to work at peak productivi...

About the Episode On today's episode of the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms, I speak to Naomi Fata. Naomi has been a professional sewing entrepreneur since 2007. She specializes in bridal alterations and custom fitted slipcovers and has recently been delving into teaching sewing online. She is based in New York State, where she homeschools her three children. It was wonderful...

About the Episode On today's episode of the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms, I talk about the pros and cons of homeschooling while working. If you've been here even a few minutes, you'll know I'm a huge cheerleader for homeschooling while working . But everything in life has pros and cons. So today I'm going to look at the good, the bad and everything in between. Then you'll b...

About the Episode Dr. Sarah Williams is a Licensed Mental Health Therapist, Private Practice Owner, and Homeschool Mental Health Consultant. A Mom of Twins that are now 17, she is devoted to improving the Mental Health outcomes of Homeschool families. In addition to private consultation Dr. Sarah is a Health Expert for CBS Affiliate TV Networks, Podcast, and Radio on the topics of Mental Health, S...