Homeschool Moms Unfiltered

What does it really look like to homeschool a dyslexic learner? In this episode, we're joined by a homeschool mom who shares her family's firsthand experience navigating dyslexia… the challenges, the victories, the resources that helped, and what she wishes every parent knew. Even if dyslexia isn't part of your homeschool journey, this conversation is well worth a listen. Whether you o...

What comes to mind when you hear the phrase play-based learning ? If you're picturing chaos, endless toys, and children running wild with no real education happening, you're not alone, but that picture couldn't be further from the truth. In this episode, we unpack what intentional play-based education actually looks like, why it's backed by decades of research, and how parents can...

Are podcasts just entertainment, or have we been underestimating their educational value? In this episode, we dig into the research on listening, reading comprehension, knowledge retention, accessibility, and learning through audio. We explore what the science says, why podcasts can be a powerful tool for many learners, and how homeschooling gives us the freedom to rethink what learning can look l...

🚨 BOOK PREORDER ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨 https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/ Preorder by June 23rd and we’ll send you a signed copy of The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need . Now… on to the episode… Most of us know life skills matter. The problem is that teaching them is often slower, messier, and far more frustrating than just doing the thing ourselves. In this episode, we're talking about cho...

🚨 BOOK PREORDER ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨 https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/ Preorder by June 23rd and we’ll send you a signed copy of The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need . Now… on to the episode… In this episode, we unpack our most recent book club selection, How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk .  Long story short, some of this very old book has aged like spoiled milk. ...

🚨 BOOK PREORDER ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨 https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/ At the time we are posting this episode, we have precisely EIGHT preorder bundles left!!When you preorder, you’ll get our limited launch bundle: a signed copy of The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need , a free themed unit study, access to a live author Q&A, and the limited-edition Proud Woke Homeschooler sticker. But th...

We’re dropping a quick update into your feed today to share a little behind-the-scenes book launch news and share a bit about why we wrote The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need. Whether you're new to homeschooling or been at it for a while, we'll share 8 reasons we genuinely think this resource can make homeschooling feel less overwhelming and more sustainable. At the time we’re posti...

🚨 BOOK PREORDER ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨 https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/ When you preorder, you’ll get our limited launch bundle: a signed copy of The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need , a free themed unit study, access to a live author Q&A, and the limited-edition Proud Woke Homeschooler sticker. But the full bundle is only available for the first 100 preorders (and for full transparency,...

🚨 BOOK PREORDER ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨 https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/ When you preorder, you’ll get our limited launch bundle: a signed copy of The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need , a free themed unit study, access to a live author Q&A, and the limited-edition Proud Woke Homeschooler sticker. But the full bundle is only available for the first 100 preorders, so if you want the extras,...

🚨 BOOK PREORDER ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨 Our book, The Only Homeschool Book You Actually Need , will officially be available for pre-order THIS WEEK! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Patreon (links below) so you’re among the first to know when it drops. Our earliest pre-orders will get special bonus goodies and we are ridiculously excited to finally share this thing with you after pouring oodles of ti...

In this episode, we’re digging into one of the most nuanced (and often confusing) parts of homeschooling: diagnoses, IEPs, and 504 plans. Do homeschooled kids actually need them? When do they matter? When do they not? We break down how these supports function in traditional school settings, what changes when you homeschool, and why documentation can still be critical for things like SATs, APs, and...

We were about to say something like, “Online programs aren’t the problem, but how we use them can make or break a homeschool experience.”  But then we had to pause for a beat because some are seriously problematic and we need to talk about that too.  So… in this episode, we talk about why the “log in and call it a day” approach often falls flat, even though we totally understand the appeal. We unp...

If you haven’t been asked, “but you’ll send them back to real school for high school, right?” yet… consider yourself lucky. And also know it’s probably just a matter of time. In this episode, we’re unpacking where that mindset comes from, why it sticks around, and whether there’s actually any truth to it. We’ll talk about what homeschooling high school really looks like today, how families handle...

Unschooling gets talked about like it’s one thing, but in reality, it’s a whole spectrum. In this episode, we’re digging into what unschooling actually looks like across that range, from fully hands-off to intentionally supported, and everything in between. We talk about the balance between freedom and support, why exposure and access matter more than people realize, and how unschooling can be inc...

We’re playing our own version of the game Bullsh*t, but it is our very own education edition. We’re taking a hard look at the things we’ve all been told about school, learning, and success and asking… are they actually true? From “kids learn best sitting still” to “more hours = more learning” to “college is the only path,” we’re unpacking the assumptions that shape how we think about education and...

Chronic illness and homeschooling… can they actually coexist? In this episode, we’re digging into the reality of homeschooling with limited energy, unpredictable health, and a whole lot of societal pressure to “do it all.” We talk about what it really looks like, how to build a sustainable rhythm that works for your family, and why flexibility isn’t just helpful… it’s essential. Whether you’re nav...

Graphic novels are sometimes ignored - and sometimes totally poo-poo’d - and we’re digging into why.  Whether your kid devours them, avoids them, or you’ve never really considered them part of your homeschool at all, this episode might shift how you think about reading. We’re breaking down the myths, the research, and the real-life experience behind graphic novels, including why they’re not “less...

In this episode, we dive into our latest book club pick, How to Raise Kids Who Aren’t Assholes by Melinda Wenner Moyer.  The title alone was enough to get our attention. We talk about the research behind raising kind, ethical, community-minded kids and what that actually looks like in real life (not the Instagram version). From empathy and honesty to privilege, accountability, and modeling the beh...

While this episode does offer some practical ideas for lightening the load, it’s mostly a big “yeah, we see you… we feel you” moment for homeschool parents and caregivers. Homeschooling comes with a huge amount of invisible labor.  The curriculum research, the constant decision-making, the emotional regulation, and the mental load of managing your kids’ education and well-being every day… can feel...

In this episode, we’re digging into one of the most common fears in the homeschool world: will homeschooling damage your relationship with your child? We unpack the idea of the “teacher hat” versus the “parent hat,” talk about where that pressure comes from, and explore what actually causes tension at home (hint: it’s usually not homeschooling itself). Whether you’re just starting out or feeling s...

Is there actually a “right” way to homeschool? In this episode, we cut through the homeschool aesthetics, color-coded schedules, and curriculum debates to talk about what truly matters - and what absolutely doesn’t. We unpack the non-negotiables (safety, accountability, and avoiding abuse or neglect) and redefine homeschool success as growth, mental health, curiosity, and preparation for real adul...

In this episode, we’re digging into what it actually looks like to raise civic-minded, critical-thinking kids in the absolute chaos that is our current world.  We’re talking about how to teach media literacy, logical fallacies, and real civics… not just memorizing the three branches of government, but understanding how power works, how propaganda spreads, and how to ask the most important question...

This episode is a continuation of last week’s conversation with Tess from the Coalition for Responsible Home Education… only this time, it’s just us digging deeper. We take on the lightning-rod topic of homeschool regulation, talk kids’ rights vs. parents’ rights, and unpack why the lack of oversight in many states is a real problem. We also explore how weak regulation creates space for abuse, mis...

In this episode, we sit down with Tess Ulrey from the Coalition for Responsible Home Education for a thoughtful, nuanced conversation about homeschool regulation, accountability, and why these discussions so often get shut down before they even begin with phrases like “slippery slope.” We talk about the rarely considered realities of how exposed to risk some kids truly are, and why acknowledging t...

The homeschool world can feel like the wild west… loud opinions, confident hot takes, and advice from strangers who know nothing about your kid, your goals, or your reality. In this episode, we unpack the problem with crowd-sourced homeschool advice, why confidence online is not the same thing as competence, and how fear, isolation, and misinformation leave parents second-guessing themselves. From...