Kawai Ah Quin | Business Doula & Homeschooling Mom

Dreams, Dirt & Grace- Business, Homeschooling, Simple Living & Parenting Hacks for Moms

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Do you wish you knew how to homeschool and integrate all of the different ages of your kids? Have you been searching for a place where you can learn the homeschooling basics without being overwhelmed? Are you also an entrepreneur mama at heart? Do you know there’s a way for you to combine homeschooling while making money from home? However, you literally have no idea how to do that or where to start? Lastly, do you know how critical it is for you to instill entrepreneurship into your kids but you don’t know which mentors to trust, what to teach or how to get them started in a fun, easy and exc...

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Kawai Ah Quin | Business Doula & Homeschooling Mom

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Kids

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Mar 11, 2026

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232: Why You’re (Probably) Not Showing Love to the One that Needs it the Most 10.11.2023

God said that we need to Love our neighbor like how we Love ourselves.  So the question is, "Are you Showing yourself the same amount of Love that you Pour into Others?" If you're being hard on yourself, getting upset for not completing tasks, feeling overwhelm creep in... then this episode is to help you to STOP heading down that path. Let's feed YOUR Soul today... -Kawai     Let's be Friends! -&...

231: Don’t let Traditional School Dim your Kid’s Light 03.11.2023

  Do you notice a shift in your child's behavior since they've been in traditional school? Have you've been considering Homeschooling? In this episode you'll learn a few questions to ask your child and a new way to look at homeschooling for your child.   -Kawai     Let's be Friends! -> https://www.instagram.com/kawai_ahquin Website -> http://www.kawaiahquin.com

230: When you Feel like you’re Failing at Patience 31.10.2023

Here's what may be missing: Jesus in your daily decisions Communicating Where you are At Emotionally Checking in with Yourself     -Kawai     Let's be Friends! -> https://www.instagram.com/kawai_ahquin Website -> http://www.kawaiahquin.com

229: You’re (probably) Not Praising Your Kids Enough- & How You’re Praising can Lead to Something Greater in Your Kids Confidence 20.10.2023

Are you Praising your kids with an Auto-response? Did you know your kids can see through your unauthentic Praises? What questions can you ask to Develop their Own Confidence? What else can Your say when Praising them?   -Kawai   Let's Connect → https://www.instagram.com/kawai_ahquin Website -> http://www.kawaiahquin.com

228: 3 Tips on Saving Money WHILE Celebrating Halloween All Month Long. 16.10.2023

  2 Activities for the Price of 1: Paint pumpkins > display > then Carve them Split into 2 Huaka'i : Pumpkin Patch for Activities & Buy your pumpkins at the local Nursery- Support 2 Small Businesses instead of 1! Fill your Calendar with FREE TRUNK of TREATS & Fall Festivities     -Kawai     Let's be Friends! -> https://www.instagram.com/kawai_ahquin Website -> http://www.kawaia...

227: 2 Halloween Crafts You Can Turn into Keepsakes 14.10.2023

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226: Why the Library is One of Our Regular Fieldtrips... I Mean FAVORITE Huaka’i! 09.10.2023

Are you utilizing your Library to it's fullest potential? Listen in on How we are utilizing the Library in our Homeschool & What Life Skills they're getting out of it!   -Kawai     Let's be Friends! -> https://www.instagram.com/kawai_ahquin Website -> http://www.kawaiahquin.com

225: Power Tip: 5 Lazy Dinner Hacks for the Productive Moms 06.10.2023

  Include Fast 3 for an Quick Meal Make Extra of a Big Pot Meal, Freeze them & Re-heat Soups & Sandwiches  Make Extra Pre-cooked Meats, Freeze them & Re-heat  Have an Appetizer Dinner       -Kawai     Let's be Friends! -> https://www.instagram.com/kawai_ahquin Website -> http://www.kawaiahquin.com

224: Create Yourself a Highlight Sheet & Why it’s Important 02.10.2023

Some may call it a "Brag List" or an even an "Elevated Resume". But why should you make one if you're a stay at home mom, homeschooler or an Entrepreneur?   In this episode, you'll discover how this is not only good for others to know, but also for your own confidence.   -Kawai   Let's Connect → https://www.instagram.com/kawai_ahquin Website -> http://www.kawaiahquin.com

223: 2 SIMPLE Community Entrepreneur Events your can have your Kids Start in 29.09.2023

Want to get your kid started in Entrepreneurship but don't want the hassle of finding customers, making an entire business or marketing? Here's a 2 SIMPLE Community Entrepreneur Events your can have your Kids Start in.   -Kawai     Let's be Friends! -> https://www.instagram.com/kawai_ahquin Website -> http://www.kawaiahquin.com

222: When you Talk Yourself OUT of Opportunities 25.09.2023

Have you ever had an opportunity handed to you? You prayed about it, maybe even started it but once in the middle of it, you stopped?   In this episode we'll talk about ways you may be talking yourself out of opportunities.     -Kawai   Let's Connect → https://www.instagram.com/kawai_ahquin Website -> http://www.kawaiahquin.com

221: Fear of Missing Out: When You’re Afraid that Your Kids will be Missing Out on Traditional School Extracurricular Activities, Sports, and other opportunities 18.09.2023

Are you Afraid that your children will miss out on extracurricular activities, sports, and other opportunities that's available in traditional schools and not at the forefront of Homeschooling? In this episode we'll talk about many ways you can provide the SAME opportunities for your child in your homeschool.   -Kawai     Let's be Friends! -> https://www.instagram.com/kawai_ahquin Website ->...

220: Power Tip: Alexa can be Your Spelling Assistant 15.09.2023

Wanna save your time & breath :) when your kid asks you to spell a word over and over again? Let Alexa become your new Spelling Assistant! Listen in on how she can help you with Homeschool & Homework.   -Kawai     Let's be Friends! -> https://www.instagram.com/kawai_ahquin Website -> http://www.kawaiahquin.com  

219: De-Bunking the Top 3 Myths about Working and Homeschooling 12.09.2023

Let's De-Bunk the Top 3 Myths about Working and Homeschooling   The 3 MYTHs we're Gonna De-Bunk & How to Start Homeschooling You HAVE to be a SAHM to Homeschool You can't have a Full-time Job or Business if you want to Homeschool If you work, you HAVE to work from Home   -Kawai   Let's be Friends! -> https://www.instagram.com/kawai_ahquin Website -> http://www.kawaiahquin.com  

218: Why YOU are the BEST TEACHER for your KIDS 08.09.2023

Are you on the fence of Homeschooling and ever said, "I don't think I'm the best teacher for my kids."- NEWS FLASH! You are! And it's because you are BEST person for this Job.  In this episode you'll learn WHY you don't have to KNOW everything to be your Kid's Best Teacher and How you ALREADY HAVE what it takes.     Kawai     Let's be Friends! -> https://www.instagram.com/kawai_ahquin Website -...

217: Power Tip: Simple French Fry Breakfast Hash your Kids can make too! 04.09.2023

I'm all about repurposing left over's for another dish & I learned a way to use all the left over french fries that your kids do not eat after eating take-out (& spending a gazillion dollars)   Step 1: Take home left over Fries, store in a large ziplock bag & place in the freezer. (You can also utilize frozen store-bought fries)   When you're ready to make the French fry Hash: Ingredie...

216: HOW to maintain Work-Life Balance as a Homeschooling Entrepreneur Mom. 01.09.2023

H: Health- Stopped allowing my weight to determine the value of what I looked like. Instead I do things that FEEL good to my body. Move, Workout, Eat (take time after meals to see how my body reacts- tired, sluggish, heart burn), Simple skincare (wash my face in the shower, use moisturizer, lip care). DOESN'T have to be daily. Instead Set up a Routine.   O: Outside- Outdoors grounds me, fresh air,...

215: Our Not-So-Normal-Curriculum for our 2023-2024 Homeschool Year 28.08.2023

Are you trying to find a way to Create a Homeschool that Fits YOUR Ohana? In this episode, my hope is to inspire you to create a homeschool that Speaks to your Kids, That you'll love to Teach and That Fits Your Lifestyle     -Kawai     Let's be Friends! -> https://www.instagram.com/kawai_ahquin Website -> http://www.kawaiahquin.com

214: Why asking ”What Curriculum do You Use?” is NOT the Best Question to Help Build Your Homeschool for Your Kids 25.08.2023

Every Child is Unique. Their Learning Style. Their Interests. Their Communicative Skills. So that is Why My "Curriculum" or Their "Curriculum" may NOT fit your Kids or your Homeschool. In this episode, we'll talk about better questions to ask fellow Homeschoolers.   -Kawai     Let's be Friends! -> https://www.instagram.com/kawai_ahquin Website -> http://www.kawaiahquin.com

213: Our Generosity Homeschool Project: Educational Kits for Maui Ohanas. & How you can Start your Own! 22.08.2023

Our Homeschool this year started with our Hearts. Since the devastating wildfire in Lahaina left many without anything, we wanted to give back in whatever little ways we could.  In this episode you'll Learn how many Lessons a Homeschool Yard Sale can give your Keiki! Then turn it into a Fundraiser to give it more Purpose and Heart.  Hopefully it'll inspire more generosity not only in your homescho...

212: Power Tip: Best Appliance to Teach your Kids How to Cook 19.08.2023

Cooking is a part of Adulting that is a vital Skill. Although it may be intimidating to trust your kids with appliances, I've found that this appliance has by far been the Simplest and Safest for my kids to Learn on! Plus they can make quite of bit of meals on it!     Donating: Maui's devastation is surreal and I have friends who have lost everything. In efforts to help the affected kids with an i...

211: Simple Ways to Teach your Kids How to Have a Charitable Heart 14.08.2023

Teaching your Values and Beliefs in your Home covers Parenting, Homeschool and Preparing your Kids to be Good Big Humans. It will Shape the Way they Work or do Business. If Having a Charitable Heart is a Value that Speaks Volumes to You, then listen in on this episode to hear Simple Ways you can Teach it to Your Keiki.     Donating: Maui's devastation is surreal and I have friends who have lost ev...

210: Ways Homeschooling feels LONELY & What To Do if you start to Feel this Way 07.08.2023

This was a FEAR of mines & my hubbies when we first started looking into homeschooling. But we learned how work through it (because even after researching and prepping, those lonely days still came) AND how to finally prevent the LONELY feeling from ever coming back.   -Kawai     Let's be Friends! -> https://www.instagram.com/kawai_ahquin Website -> http://www.kawaiahquin.com

209: 3 Reasons why YOU (Mama) SHOULD have Another Stream of Income for your Household 04.08.2023

It's becoming a popular thing to add on another stream of income. But if you're on the brink of jumping into one, this episode will go over why it's right for you and your ohana!     -Kawai     Let's be Friends! -> https://www.instagram.com/kawai_ahquin Website -> http://www.kawaiahquin.com

208: Our Littlest is 3! Lessons from your Youngest Child. 31.07.2023

Our youngest of our 5 kids just turned 3 and we are coming to the realization that the little babies in our life are growing up (way too fast). So while I sit here and reminisce, I also came up with lessons that this little guy has taught us. With the hopes that you will find similar lessons with your little one too.     -Kawai     Let's be Friends! -> https://www.instagram.com/kawai_ahquin Web...

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