Homeschool Moms Unfiltered

In this episode, we explore some nuanced questions about questions about balancing grit and flexibility.  Our focus through this deep dive will be important aspects of homeschooling, such as, are our kids developing the skills they’ll need to successfully launch into adulthood? Does creating a customized, differentiated learning environment remove struggle and therefore minimize their ability to w...

This episode is for the questions you’ve been carrying quietly… the ones you’ve been too nervous, overwhelmed, or burned before to ask out loud. We know not all online spaces are safe spaces, and fear of judgment, pile-ons, or being told your question is “dumb” can keep things bottled up. So we’re opening the door and asking some of the most common homeschool questions head-on, with honesty, nuanc...

In this episode, we are digging into a SparkNotes-style digest of our recent book club selection - The Anxious Generation . We talk about kids, screens, anxiety, and the cultural pressures shaping childhood right now.  We’d love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books like this among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside li...

Everyone says you need endless patience to homeschool… and we’re calling BS. Beyond that, in this episode, we are going to unpack where that belief comes from, who it quietly excludes, and why impatience is often a signal… not a failure. From burnout and unrealistic expectations to repair, regulation, and systems that actually work, we talk about what kids really need from the adults teaching them...

In this episode, we invite you into a real homeschool coaching session with Devyn, a newer homeschooler navigating middle school, big-picture planning, and the day-to-day realities of making homeschooling actually work for her family. We talk through curriculum choices, options for decolonized history, structure vs. flexibility, and how to support kids while building independence.  What’s the diff...

Do homeschoolers really need tests and grades to prove learning is happening? In this episode, we unpack why so many parents feel pressured to measure progress the “school way,” even when it might not align with how their kids actually learn. We talk honestly about the limited role testing can play, the very real downsides of over-relying on data, and the many meaningful ways growth shows up in ev...

In this episode, we’re talking honestly about homeschool burnout… why it happens, why it’s normal, and why taking a break is often the smartest move you can make. We dig into the pressure to push through and the small shifts that can help you feel human again. We also share practical ways to lighten your load, reset your homeschool, and remind yourself that rest is part of the learning process, no...

Ever listen to the podcast and think, “I wish I could just ask them my questions”? If you’ve been wishing you could sit down with us and get straight answers about homeschooling… this is your moment. 🙌 (See code details below.) Coaching sessions with Meagan, Amanda, or both are officially on sale... and yes, it’s as good as it sounds. Book here:   ⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Q...

This week we’re digging into what homeschooling actually looks like when you don’t have a dedicated room, endless storage, or a perfectly curated setup. We’re talking about making learning work in small spaces, busy schedules, and real life… because most of us are juggling school at the kitchen table, in the car, and everywhere in between. We break down how to create a functional, flexible homesch...

In this week’s episode, we’re digging into what it really means to homeschool neurodivergent kids in a world where the traditional school system often isn’t built with them in mind. We talk about masking, mismatched expectations, and why so many ND learners finally exhale when they’re allowed to learn in ways that honor their wiring instead of fighting it. We’re not here to bash public schools, bu...

I (Meagan) am taking over this week while Amanda’s away!!  Which can only mean one thing… we’re talking goal setting and vision boarding (cue Amanda’s eye roll). If you crave a little more predictability and structure in your homeschool or life, but don’t vibe with rigid systems, this one’s for you. Think of it as intentional living for the rest of us… relaxed, real, and totally doable.  Let’s dig...

We recorded an episode about gameschooling way back when. But this time we are revisiting this learning approach from a new angle. Many conversations about learning through play stop at “games are educational,” but we’re breaking down how and why that’s true. We’re talking about the specific kinds of growth that happen when kids play. We'll explore the real cognitive, emotional, and social dev...

We’re talking transcripts, report cards, and diplomas.  You know… the stuff that somehow makes homeschool parents break into a cold sweat. We get it. Those “official” documents sound intimidating, but they’re really not. In this episode, we’re breaking down the myths, cutting through the noise, and reminding you that you’ve got this. Let's continue the conversation on Patreon! We host live sup...

If you’ve ever stared at your kid’s handwriting and wondered if it’s… well, supposed to look like that, you’re not alone. We’ve been there… worrying about pencil grips, letter reversals, and whether our kids are “behind” when their writing looks more like secret code than sentences. In this episode, we’re digging into all those worries, the pressure to make handwriting happen before little hands a...

Audio only again this week. Apologies. It wasn't for a lack of effort. Technology just has a mind of its own sometimes! How much time do you spend wondering if your kids are behind? Behind who, exactly? This week, we’re unpacking where that fear comes from, why it sticks around even after we leave traditional school systems, and how to tell the difference between genuine concern and unnecessar...

Apologies for the lack of video this week. We recorded it, but technology had other plans. Le sigh.... We’ve all had those nights lying awake wondering if we’re doing enough — enough rigor, enough enrichment, enough everything.  This episode is our collective exhale. We talk honestly about the pressure to measure up, the chaos of daily life, and the quiet guilt that creeps in when comparison steal...

We’re diving into one of those questions that every homeschooler wrestles with at some point: how much of learning should be fun, and how much should just be… work? In this episode, we tease apart what “fun” even means in the context of education, how it intersects with engagement and rigor, and where we’ve personally struggled with that balance. Expect our usual mix of keeping it real, laughing a...

In this episode, we’re diving into the never-ending question of socialization—but with a fresh angle. Instead of the same old “what about friends?” debate, we’re looking at the different ways kids connect and grow in community. We talk about what socialization actually means, how it shows up in real life, and why homeschoolers might have more options than most people realize. Come hang out with us...

In this episode, we’re digging into one of the trickiest parts of homeschooling—figuring out when to push our kids and when to back off. Finding that sweet spot between challenge and overwhelm is easier said than done, but it’s where real growth happens. We’ll share our messy, real-life takes on how to balance flexibility with encouragement, while keeping development, mindset, and sanity in mind....

What really counts as school? This week we’re diving into one of those foundational homeschool questions that sneaks up on new and veteran families alike. Spoiler: it’s not just worksheets and textbooks. We chat about how homeschooling blurs the line between “school” and “learning,” where we land on the spectrum, and why it’s worth revisiting this conversation no matter how long you’ve been at it....

We’ve moved our book club to live Zoom meetings! This quick recap shares highlights from our first discussion of  Brave New Words: How AI Will Revolutionize Education (and Why That’s a Good Thing)  by Sal Khan. Want to join the conversation? Our next meeting is Monday, September 22 at 7pm ET / 4pm PT, and we’ll keep meeting every other Monday. Check the link below to join us on Patreon and be part...

We’re breaking down all-in-one homeschool options—those open-and-go boxed kits and one-stop online platforms—so you can decide if they fit your family. We’ve used them and totally get the appeal: simple setup, clear plans, less decision fatigue. But here’s the real talk: all-in-one homeschool solutions aren’t a magic box. We’ve tried the boxed kits and one-stop platforms, and we’ve got thoughts. T...

We’re diving straight into the back-to-basics stuff every new homeschooler should know!!  If you’re new… you won’t want to miss this.  If you’ve already been homeschooling… consider this a back-to-basics review.  Sometimes we all need that!  We’ll also talk about how to notice when you’re swimming upstream so you can step back, retool, and find a rhythm that fits real life. Deep breaths—you’ve got...

The episode wraps up our month-long throwback series centered on Normal Sucks by Jonathan Mooney… a powerful, neurodivergent-affirming book that challenges how we define success, intelligence, and worth. Today’s episode features a Q&A with Jonathan himself!  You won’t want to miss this. We hope you have enjoyed our discussion of this must-read title.   Let's continue the conversation on Pa...

This week, we’re diving into the warp speed evolution of AI.  We’re not experts (and definitely not futurists), but as homeschool parents, we’re asking the big questions: how do we prepare our kids for jobs that don’t even exist yet, what skills will always matter, and how do we model responsible tech use when the future feels like a moving target? Grab your coffee (or wine), laugh with us, and le...