Home(school) with Steph

Angela joins us on today's episode! Angela is a mom to 3 kiddos and a year and a half ago they decided to make the shift to homeschooling. She shares her journey, how she and her husband decided why that was the best for their family, and how the change improved their lives for the better. Angela also runs a small business, Zehr engraving.    Show Notes: Introduction Why Angela & her husband made...

This one I get vulnerable. I share one of the experiences I had as a new homeschooling mother, the shame I felt, and how I've moved past it. I want to encourage you to continue to show up for your kids, repair if needed and know that you have what it takes to homeschool your children. I also share tips and advice on how to help a struggling reader, particularly one with dyslexia.    Show Notes: Wh...

Hey! Thanks for joining me again. Today we are going to talk about what I think about tests. Do I make my kids take them? And what about state standardized tests? Here's my thoughts and also facts about the standardized testing world.    Show Notes: A little recap on our Charm & Charcuterie event. Find a way to treat yourself! Our personal experience with testing The challenges of standardized tes...

Today I get real and raw about the struggles that I have with homeschooling. I also discuss how being a working, stay at home mom also plays into these struggles. Join me today as I open up and share how I navigate them.    Show Notes: Intro to my struggles with homeschool Personal growth through homeschooling Balancing business and family life The importance of self-care Navigating judgment and e...

Here's 5 things I do that always set us up for a better homeschool day. Also, an update on which math curriculum I chose for my older kids.    Show Notes: What math curriculum I chose and why How I start my day  Having a start time for school Establishing routines and boundaries Activities for the toddler while I teach When to quit for the day   Links:  Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs...

Joining us on today's episode is Chris, Stephany's husband. Listen to his perspective on homeschooling, why he was against it at first, and how he feels about it now. He also shares his experience growing up in the public school system and how it was not a learning environment that worked for him.   Show Notes: Intro to homeschooling perspectives Overcoming socialization fears in homeschooling Cur...

Want to homeschool and still expand your family? Or maybe you are expecting and not sure how you are going to juggle school with a newborn. You can do this momma!    Show Notes: Strategies for homeschooling with babies and toddlers Adjusting your curriculum during the newborn phase The importance of self care for moms Embracing the seasons of parenting Creating balance in homeschooling    Links: ...

My first guest, a dear friend and fellow homeschooling mom, Becca. We discuss how mothers are divinely called to nurture and teach their children. This episode is for strength and encouragement for all moms!    Show Notes: How Becca and I met Becca's experience with homeschooling Teaching younger siblings and sibling relationship Homeschooling as a lifestyle choice Creating a homeschooling schedul...

Today I'm answering one of the most frequently asked questions I get. What is our schedule like and some of the curriculum we use.    Show Notes: What our school year looks like Why we typically follow the public school calendar  3 weeks on, 1 week off schedule that we follow Curriculum choices & changing curriculum Incorporating life skills into homeschool Goals for this year   Links mentioned in...

So you are thinking about homeschooling and that you don't have what it takes? In this episode I discuss why I know you are the most qualified person for the job. Show Notes: Fostering love and learning for curiosity Being intentional in learning Utilizing resources for homeschooling The time commitment for homeschooling   Links:  Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs to help you feel like...

Show Notes: My "why" for starting the podcast My history and background with homeschool My opinion on public school Why I didn't send my daughter to preschool & what preschool looked like for her What I'm hoping to provide for you through this podcast   Links:  Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs to help you feel like your most confident self. Use promo code: earrings at checkout for 10%...