Self-care isn’t easy. It takes time. It’s takes commitment. It takes energy when you don’t have any. But here are a few ways to make it a priority:
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Looking for ways to make money while homeschooling? Here are some important tips from a life-long entrepreneur and homeschool mom.
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If you are a busy mom managing way too many things at once, this is for you. Here are the 12 things every homeschooling mom should do NOW!
12 Things Every Homeschooling Mom Should Do Now Read Post »
The next generation of homeschool moms seeks to improve education as well as shape the hearts and minds of the future. Meet the millennial mom.
Homeschooling as a Millennial Mom Read Post »
As the first semester winds down, it’s time to do some evaluating of your homeschool year. Here are tips for midyear homeschool encouragement for moms and families.
Midyear Homeschool Encouragement for Mom Read Post »
Unlock the power of flexible schedules for a successful homeschool and business working from home as a homeschooling mompreneur.
Flexible Schedules: The Unbeatable Homeschool Advantage Our Family Needs Read Post »
Adding margin to your day can dramatically change the way you homeschool – and parent. Here’s what it is and how to do it successfully.
Adding Margin aka Why Would a Homeschooling Mom Pack Lunches?! Read Post »
One of the primary challenges I’ve found with homeschooling has been homeschool balance, or balancing roles as teacher and parent.
Balancing Roles as Teacher and Parent Read Post »
Give kids power over their mental health and emotional regulation through activities designed for mindfulness for children.
Practicing Mindfulness in Your Homeschool for a Peaceful Childhood Read Post »
Homeschooling is increasingly popular and more mainstream each year. I am excited to share with you the 8 top homeschool benefits.
Public School Can’t Beat These 8 Top Homeschool Benefits Read Post »
Not sure how to work from home and homeschool your kids at the same time? These tips and tricks can make it easier to do both!
How Homeschool Moms Can Find the Time to Work From Home Read Post »
Connecting with our kids takes effort and time you may not think you have, but with a little creative thinking and being mindful you can easily connect with your kids as a working mom.
Crazy Simple Ways To Connect With Your Homeschooled Kids As A Working Mom Read Post »
Even homeschool moms want to be recognized for their efforts and what better time to show it than during Teacher Appreciation Week?
What the Homeschool Mom Wants for Teacher Appreciation Read Post »
Homeschooling is filled with daily challenges and struggles. Discover five healthy habits that will greatly benefit every homeschool mom.
5 Healthy Habits for Homeschool Moms Read Post »
Time and money are precious commodities in any home, but especially a homeschool household. This is why menu planning can quickly become a homeschool mom’s best friend.
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Homeschool doubt is something we all encounter as homeschooling parents. It is normal to have these feelings.
How to Handle Homeschool Doubt Read Post »
Having a no-good-very-bad homeschool day? Here are 10 positive affirmations that what you are doing is wonderful, powerful and precious.
10 Positive Affirmations for the Homeschooling Mom Read Post »
Meal planning doesn’t have to be difficult. Use these tips to save money while making some pretty delicious meals at the same time.
Meal Planning For Large Homeschool Families Read Post »
TEACH by Dennis DiNoia is an must-read for homeschool parents. The bloggers of iHomeschool Network love its practical ideas on raising independent learners.
TEACH by Dennis DiNoia | iHN Featured Favorite Read Post »
It’s back to school time and now, more than ever, it’s important to incorporate self-care into your homeschool day. Find out how!
10 Self-Care Tips For Back-To-Homeschool Time Read Post »
Here are my top 10 tips for new homeschool moms so that you can rest easy knowing that you have this under control and things will work out just fine.
10 Tips for New Homeschool Moms Read Post »
I’ll never be an over-achieving homeschool mom who follows fancy lesson plans and fills my children’s days and here’s how I’ve made peace with that.
Making Peace With Not Being an Over-Achieving Homeschool Mom Read Post »
Don’t let your homeschool continue to boss you around! Use this simple solution for homeschool planning and start telling your homeschool what to do.
The Simple Solution for Homeschool Planning Read Post »
Did you know that burnout is not something reserved for business leaders in the fast-paced executive world? Here are five ideas to help you prevent or reverse burnout in your homeschool.
The Burnout Cure: 5 Ideas for Your Homeschool Read Post »
Being a homeschool mom requires giving yourself lots of grace, right? But when you also struggle with depression, you need it even more.
Homeschooling with Depression: 5 Self-Care Tips Read Post »
As homeschool moms we rarely get time away. “Me time” is desired, but not frequent. The kids need to be driven to activities, taught how to read, and comforted when life doesn’t go their way. That doesn’t mean we don’t need time to ourselves. We need the time to regroup, recharge, and prevent homeschool burnout.
Homeschool Mom Me Time: Making Time for Yourself Read Post »
Do you long for more balance in your homeschool life? Here are my 3 keys to homeschool balance and how to plan your days to achieve the balance you crave.
How to Plan for Homeschool Balance Read Post »
When your homeschool feels chaotic, it’s time to create peace for yourself. Here are five ways to invest in your own well-being so that your homeschool can return to a peaceful tone.
Your Guide to a Peaceful Homeschool Read Post »
As moms, our responsibilities seem endless. You can’t do everything, but you can do the most important things when you know the secrets of being productive.
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Being a working homeschool mom means that you run out the door in 5 minutes or less. In that time, you lose your keys twice, your cell phone once, and you leave your coffee by the microwave. Many people are worried about homeschooling and working, either inside the home or outside the home, because it is way too much to handle. I have to admit most days I agree. Being a mom is hard. Being a homeschool mom is hard. Being a working homeschool mom is hard. It’s all HARD. Today, I want to talk about 5 challenges working homeschool moms face and how you can overcome them.
How to Overcome These 5 Challenges as a Working Homeschool Mom Read Post »
Whether you are an avid bookworm or a reluctant reader, you probably have a list of books you want or need to read that is a mile long. It is easy to be overwhelmed when you look at the pile of books beside your bed or on your to-read list. Make this year the year you read more by setting realistic reading goals for yourself.
Setting Realistic Reading Goals for Yourself Read Post »
Working from home? Here are 7 tips to completely change your work from home and homeschool life from a mama that’s doing it!
7 Tips to Work From Home and Homeschool Read Post »
Tired of the homeschooling naysayers? Here’s the cold, hard truth that I’ve learned in the last twelve years while underneath the educational microscope.
The Fail-Proof Response for the Homeschooling Naysayers Read Post »
Being an introvert makes homeschooling a large family an even bigger task, but being an introvert isn’t a disqualification from being a homeschooling mom.
How an Introvert Mom Survives Homeschooling a Large Family Read Post »
Parenting with anxiety is no simple feat. But when you’re homeschooling with anxiety…you’ve added a whole new layer to the fear.
3 Ways to Manage as a Homeschool Mom with Anxiety Read Post »
Instagram, when used wisely, can be another helpful tool in your homeschool mom tool belt. May it give you the information, inspiration, or connection you need, exactly when you need it.
Instagram for the Homeschool Mom Read Post »
Maybe you have not found the time to read as a busy homeschool mom. I get it. Last year I put my foot down and carved out time for me to read. In fact, I set a lofty goal of a book a week. And I surpassed that goal. I learned a lot from reading a book a week, and I am excited to share six practical tips with you.
How I Find Time to Read as a Busy Homeschool Mom Read Post »
If you are always on the hunt for a homeschool planner that would solve all of your problems and meet all of your needs, you’ve probably realized that the planner that actually does all of these things for you doesn’t exist. Here are my tips for finding one that works.
Finding a Homeschool Planner that Meets All Your Needs Read Post »
I imagine you’ve heard the numerous reasons why audiobooks are fantastic for your homeschool. We know that we can listen to the classics on a road trip, enjoy entertaining stories without Mom having to read everything, and kids can independently listen to books beyond their reading level. But, do you ever wish you read more books? When’s the last time you read a book that supported your personal goals?
Audiobooks for Homeschool Moms Read Post »
With Teacher Appreciation Week coming up, the question comes to mind: “Is there a Homeschool Teacher Appreciation Day? How does that work?” Should homeschool moms celebrate Teacher Appreciation Day? How? That’s a good question. After all, we mothers are the ones that do the planning and the work, so wouldn’t we just be throwing a party day for ourselves?
What Does The Homeschool Mom Want For Teacher Appreciation Day? Read Post »
There are tons of tech tools on the internet for homeschoolers. Apps that you can use to help your child learn, apps that help you handle your finances, apps that help you save money or keep track of homemaking must-do’s. Sometimes, however, apps are just one more thing to keep up or one more thing to check on. And in the process, it just adds stress to your life. Who needs that?
Top 10 Free (or Mostly) Homeschool Productivity Apps Read Post »
One question that I get all the time is how do I manage to afford to stay at home and homeschool my children. Most families have at least one parent earning a full-time income to pay the bills. As a single mom I’m the only one in my home working to keep food on the table, a roof over our heads and books on our shelves. Over the years I have learned the importance of balancing my time and efforts as both a homeschool mom and a work at home mom.
3 Ways to Stay Sane as a Work at Home(schooling) Mama Read Post »
As the homeschool year begins to wrap up, homeschooling mothers’ thoughts turn to planning for next year. We take a look at what worked well, what needs to be changed, and what sort of subjects or activities you want to consider for the future. As you sit down and start to fill up your planner for next year, take a look at these books to help you plan and prepare a successful homeschool season.
10 Books to Read as You Plan Your Homeschool Year Read Post »
Are you looking for a homeschool planner that has everything you need in one place? Look no more, Homeschool Planet is the perfect all-in-one online homeschool planner that allows you to plan your homeschool curriculum, family schedules, and more.
Homeschool Planet: Online Homeschool Planner Review Read Post »
While I usually like to start the school year organized, sometimes life just happens and you have to hit the imaginary reset button as something is not working, life gets out of hand, or maybe you never got organized to start with. Whatever category you may fall into, here are a few organization resources to help you get back on the right track.
It’s Never Too Late to Get Organized! Read Post »