The Homeschool Sanity Show

Hey, homeschoolers! I intended to publish this episode last week but ended up giving you a chance to practice patience in waiting for it. I want to share what I’ve learned about being a patient mom, but first, I want to thank the Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network . They are celebrating their 10-year anniversary, which is amazing to me. I can’t believe it’s been that long since the kind and generou...

Download your FREE Homeschool Confidence Action Plan: https://funtolearnbooks.activehosted.com/f/68 Every July, homeschool moms tell themselves, “This year is going to be different.” But by October, many are overwhelmed, exhausted, and wondering what went wrong. The difference isn’t trying harder—it’s building the right habits before the school year begins. In this episode, psychologist and vetera...

Read the transcript   In This Episode You’ll Learn: – Why AI is not a future technology — it’s here now, and it’s not going away – The most important mindset shift homeschooling families need to make about AI – How your approach to AI should differ for young children vs. teens – The foundational skills kids need *before* becoming heavy AI users – Practical guardrails and family conversations to pu...

Summer is often seen as a break from the structured routine of homeschooling—an opportunity for kids to relax, play outside, and enjoy more free time. But for many homeschooling parents, summer can also bring heightened challenges: sibling conflict, boredom, and lack of initiative, for example. Why do these issues surface more during break time, and what can you do to turn summer frustrations into...

Hey, homeschoolers! Last week my guest and I talked about finding a homeschool community. Often our biggest concern is helping our kids make friends. But what about us? We need friends too. I might not have made it without the homeschool mom friendships I had. If you’re interested in developing new friendships, you’ll love my chat with Kristen Strong. Kristen, whose authored books include Girl Mee...

Does the thought of homeschooling high school make you feel panicked? Maybe you’re wondering: Will my teen be prepared for college? What about transcripts? What if I’m not qualified enough? Will my teen miss out socially? You are not alone. In this episode of The Homeschool Sanity Show, I’m talking with Rachel Kovac, homeschooling mom of six and author of Their Future is Shining Bright, about the...

Hey, homeschoolers! Few things are as distressing as having an anxious child. I’m revisiting the topic today. Watch on YouTube Sponsor Summary In this conversation, Melanie Wilson discusses anxiety in homeschoolers and provides a three-part framework for managing anxiety. The first part of the framework is prevention, which includes ensuring regular sleep and wake times, engaging in exercise, and...

Hey homeschoolers! Welcome to the The Homeschool Sanity Show, where it’s all about less frustration and more confidence in your homeschool and parenting. I’m your host, Dr. Melanie Wilson—Christian psychologist, homeschool mom, and author of story-based curriculum kids love. And today, we’re talking about one of the biggest sources of frustration for homeschool parents… kids who don’t take initiat...

Have you ever wondered if you’ve gotten discipline wrong — been too strict, too lenient, or somehow both in the same day? If so, you’re in good company. In this episode, I’m tackling one of the most common fears I hear from homeschool parents: the fear that your approach to discipline may have already done damage. I want to reassure you right from the start — it is not too late. Watch on YouTube W...

Have you ever said the words, “Everything feels hopeless”? Whether you’re walking through chronic pain, a prodigal child, grief, or unanswered prayers, this conversation is for you. Watch on YouTube   Read the Transcript In this episode, Dr. Melanie Wilson sits down with Kirby Kelly — author, speaker, and podcaster — to talk about her new book, The Fabric of Hope: How God Weaves Redemption into Ev...