Little by Little Homeschool - Christian Homeschooling and Motherhood

The Christmas season is when homeschool moms tend to pile on the guilt. The stress is high and the to-do list is long and the holidays add an extra amount of pressure. And when you don't fulfill all of your obligations, the default is to feel like a failure. How is homeschool supposed to get done, along with the traveling, Christmas traditions, special activities, and performances? There just...

There just seems to be something holding you back from success in your homeschool. And you can't quite put your finger on what it is. Might I offer a place to look? How about inside yourself?  Are you the one throwing off all that your homeschool could be due to unconsciously sabotaging it? From my many years of homeschooling, I'd like to offer you 4 ways that I see this happen. But...on t...

There is so much that can be said about the time a child spends outdoors. We know in our mind that it's important, but the daily to-do list and homeschool curriculum easily fills up the day. Today's guest, Ginny Yurich, of 1000 Hours Outside is going to help you reframe the concept of the outdoors for your family. Drawing upon her personal and professional experience, she shares the roadbl...

Sometimes it seems like homeschoolers have their own secret language of terms. And today we are going to crack open one of those words: deschooling. Let's tackle the subject of what it actually is. And then focus in on why you, as a homeschool parent, need to do it. The goal is for you to feel empowered to take education back from what you think it needs to be to what it can be in your home. A...

You've seen the Christmas display in the stores already. And there is probably someone in your life who is playing Christmas music...maybe it's you! Lol! But there is the pressure that is beginning to fall upon your shoulders for the fullness of the upcoming Christmas season. What about Thanksgiving? It gets tossed into the mix, but by doing so, your homeschool family misses some valuable...

What a fun week of celebrating this milestone for the podcast. I couldn't have done it without you and today I am sharing your favorite episodes ever. Homeschooling can feel overwhelming and lonely, but I sure am glad we can talk about all of that...and more...right here! Are you ready to hear the top 10 episodes from the past year and a half? Grab a pen and paper, so you can write down the on...

Let's have a little fun today! You asked and I am answering all of your questions. We talked about everything from weight loss to marriage to why my family homeschools...and everything in between. Thank you for listening, whether this is your first episode or the 199th you've listened to. I so appreciate you and am honored that you would take time to include me in your day. Are you ready t...

Every mom enters homeschooling with a list of fears and doubts. There is an uncertainty that you will fail your children. And that you don't know enough to actually educate your child. Today's guest, Katie Keene, from Her Home and Heart shares her journey from fear to confidence. With years of training and implementation in neurodevelopmental technique and child development to benefit her...

What if I told you that everything you need to do in a day can fall into 1 of 6 routines? It's true! And I've been following this routine for most of my motherhood years. It's one that adjusts for the different ages of children and what is going on in your life at the time. And the best part is that it is completely customizable to your homeschool family. Are you ready to tackle all th...

You have an amazing homeschool day planned out. And you want your child to enjoy all that you want to teach them. But...you are met with far off gazes, disinterest, and maybe even crying. What is a homeschool mom to do? I'd love to suggest 5 ways that I used in my home to catch and hold my children's attention for over a decade. And guess what the bonus is to using these ideas? A huge redu...

It's that cozy time of the year where the days grow shorter and there is a chill in the air. And it's time to slow down and lean into these few months of the fall season. How can you do that in your home for your homeschool family? I'm so glad you asked! Today, I am sharing 10 simple tips that you can begin right away to create a cozy atmosphere for you, your husband, and your children...

It's getting harder and harder to keep homeschool children from being subjected to the messages of our culture. But how do we answer their questions? Or even better, is there a way to be the one to begin the conversation? Trent Talbot, the founder of BRAVE books, has a really fun and engaging solution for you. He seeks to empower Christian parents to feel equipped for the tough conversations w...

If I walked into your home most days, you'd probably be afraid that I would think you were running a three ring circus. But in reality, there is a lot of energy within your home and your heart is feeling pretty chaotic about it all. What if you were complicating things too much? And that was what was leading to the chaos? But your mind, body, and heart is craving simplicity and peace. Grab a n...

As a homeschool mom, you play so many very important roles in your life. All of them are worth investing your time and energy into. But, it can get a little dicey trying to figure out the best way to balance it all. Today, let's dive into your top three: motherhood, marriage, and homeschooling. These take up most of the minutes of every single day and your heart wants to do each well. What doe...

It's so easy to put yourself last as a homeschool mom. This seems to go with the territory. Someone always needs something. And something always needs to be done. But what if you could be a more amazing homeschooling mom by taking a little time to fill yourself up? Your family would love to have you feeling refreshed and full of energy. So why don't you take time to do this? I've got a...

It's a common scenario: a mom is so excited to homeschool her children, but there is one lingering dark cloud that has her concerned. And that is teaching her child how to read. Thankfully, there are some amazing resources available that make this a non-issue nowadays. Korbalagae Kuawogai from Teach My Kinder is one of those resources. She has taught countless children how to read and has real...

All the fluffy fun stuff about homeschool gets all the attention. But what about the reality of recordkeeping our child's education? Yeah, not so much attention. I totally get it. It's definitely more enjoyable to talk about books to read, field trips to take, and life lessons to learn. But it also feels good to know that you have your ducks in a row and can provide proof of your homeschoo...

Homeschooling is a huge blessing for our children. Isn't it amazing that they can gain an education at home surrounded by their family? But there is one very important person that doesn't always get recognized. And that's you...the homeschool mom!  And you should get to enjoy this season in your life, just like your children get to. Let's lean into your family's homeschool life...

You love homeschool and want to consistently do what your planner...or that scrap piece of paper you scribbled out some notes on...says. But there always seems to be something or a general lack of motivation. This can be a tough spot to sit in and it may fee a bit like a hamster wheel. And I definitely don't want you to be there.  Today, I have 6 power-packed tips to get you from inconsistent...

Today's episode is going to bless your socks off! I had the amazing privilege to sit down and chat with Laura Hernandez of Mama Systems. She is a homeschooling mom of 10 children, which includes some children with special needs. The grace and understanding that she bestows upon moms in this episode is life-giving. We dive in deep and it gets quite personal and raw. You'll hear how she make...

The homeschool years are ripe with the time and freedom to give our children incredible insight. One of those places is often overlooked, but really important to them growing into young adults and leaving our home. Today, I want to share my family's journey to discovering our children's gifts, talents, and abilities and the outcome of doing this. I think you will see yourself in my reason...

We're going here today. This is definitely jumping into the deep end, but conversations like this need to happen. As homeschool parents, we can only make fully informed decisions about our children's education when we see the full picture. And my hope is that today's episode gives you some perspective and direction for your own research. Follow that up with a conversation with your hus...

Sometimes, the grass looks greener on the other side. This can especially happen when our homeschool days get hard. But just know, that even on difficult days or tough seasons, you've made this decision to homeschool for many reasons. And one of those may include what you are keeping them from. That's the topic of this episode: what they are "missing" out on. I think you'll see...

As women, we enjoy having friendships with one another. And as a homeschool mom, there is something extra sweet about friendships with other homeschooling moms. It doesn't usually happen overnight though. And it can take quite a bit of intentionality to even find "your people." But once you do...it's an amazing feeling. I want to share with you the importance of making friendships...

You've heard it being talked about in homeschool circles. But wonder what it actually looks like. And how it could translate into your home. Today, I am joined by Lyndsey Mimnagh of Treehouse Schoolhouse, to discuss gentle learning while you homeschool the younger years. Lyndsey is a homeschool mom of four children. Before motherhood, she had a career in children's ministry and special nee...