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Why does getting back to homeschool feel so exhausting?

Are you trying to start your homeschool year too fast?

Put the curriculum catalogs away and pause the research. In this episode, I’m sharing 6 lessons I’ve learned from getting started with homeschooling. 

And let’s be honest, every back to school season we are all beginners because our kids and our families change so much year to year.

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Is every day a battle?

Do you feel like you are constantly at odds with your ADHD child?

Looking for a better way to address behavior in your home and homeschool?

In this episode, you’ll hear from parenting coach, Marni Love who helps parents work through issues and create a connection first parenting approach. We talk about how to connect when you’re exhausted, her homeschool journey with a neurodiverse house, and too...

Does homeschool planning stress you out?

Or are you getting ready to begin homeschool but not sure where to start?

What’s most important to do when you’re planning? Is it curriculum? Is it a co-op?

Planning your homeschool year doesn't have to feel overwhelming. In this episode, I’ll share some of my first year mistakes that taught me how to plan more intentionally. You'll learn how to build a homeschool year tha...

Have you ever wondered if your child is struggling because of ADHD—or because they're trying to learn in an environment that wasn't designed with neurodivergent brains in mind?

In this episode, I'm sharing five reasons why homeschooling can be such a powerful option for children with ADHD. This isn't about saying traditional schools are "bad." There are incredible teachers doing ama...

Tired of how long things take in your homeschool?

Getting met with meltdowns or shutdowns?

Are you ready to try a different approach?

In today’s episode I discuss 5 strategies for breaking things up and slowing down in your homeschool to support your child’s learning style and nervous system. Give yourself permission to slow down for a calmer, happier homeschool environment.

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Why do some behavior strategies seem to work for one child but completely fail with another?

What does "regulation" actually mean, and why does it matter so much for learning and behavior?

How can you tell if a challenging behavior is really a sign that your child is dysregulated?

In this episode, occupational therapist Alison Foura joins me from the Sensory Solutions for Parents podcast to explore the connection between regulatio...

Feeling worn out and run down?

Are you questioning everything and wondering if you made the right choice to homeschool?

Are you struggling with feelings of disconnection and loneliness in your homeschool journey?

If you've been feeling exhausted, disconnected, or overwhelmed, these four simple questions can help you process what's weighing you down, reconnect with joy, build supportive relationships, and find gratitude again.

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Summertime is here… how much do you plan?

Do you throw out all the schedules or do you keep some structure? 

How do you create rhythms that both you and your kids will be happy with?

In this episode I have 5 parts to creating a summer rhythm that works for you and your neurodivergent child. I'll discuss layers of support from routines, rhythms, weekly anchors, boredom busters, and more.

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When is it time to make the switch from public school to homeschool?

Can homeschooling help kids with ADHD grow in independence and accountability?

And how do you balance homeschooling while working from home?

In today's episode, Billie-Jo Cochran from The Working Homeschool Mom podcast shares her family's journey from public school to homeschooling. She wasn't planning to homeschool, but a series of circumstances changed both her...

Are you overwhelmed by curriculum options and afraid of making the wrong choice?

Have you ever purchased a homeschool curriculum because everyone else seemed to love it, only to realize it wasn't the right fit for your family?

Have you spent money on curriculum only to regret the purchase a few weeks or months later?

If so, you're in good company! In this episode, I'm sharing some of the curriculum mistakes I've made and four key ...

At some point, parenting neurodivergent kids stops being only about managing the environment around them…

and starts becoming about helping them understand themselves.

So how do we help kids with ADHD, autism, or other learning challenges grow in self-awareness, accountability, and emotional regulation without constant conflict or shame?

In Part 2 of this podcast series, we discuss self-awareness, emotional regulation, acco...

Feel like you’re walking on eggshells? 

Like there’s a constant sense of friction in your house as you homeschool your neurodivergent child?

And whether you apply more pressure or ease up, nothing helps?

Today we are going to be talking about finding that “just right friction” in your homeschool that helps our kids to grow and thrive with support. 

We’ll talk about what are appropriate expec...

Does your homeschool year end with:

• unfinished workbooks
• random piles of papers
• kids already in “summer mode”
• and you wondering… “Wait, are we done?”

In this episode, I’m sharing the simple end-of-year rhythm that helps our family stop drifting into summer and actually c...

Tired of repeating yourself all day and still feeling like no one knows what’s next?

Kids struggling with transitions or staying engaged?

Do you want to see your kids grow in independence in your homeschool as well as in everyday life?

In this episode, we’re talking about how visual schedules can bring clarity, reduce overwhelm, and help your neurodivergent kids build real independence. This simple shift can change the...

Have you ever felt like you’re constantly putting out fires in your homeschool day?

Why do some behavior struggles seem to explode out of nowhere?

What are you missing when your child shuts down, melts down, or refuses?

In this episode, we walk through four key areas to “investigate” so you can better understand what’s driving your child’s reactions and respond in a way that actually helps. From unmet...

Do you have multiple kids in your homeschool?

Is it a challenge to balance all their needs while maintaining your sanity? 

How do you support a child with ADHD, autism, or other learning challenge without neglecting their siblings?

If you’ve ever felt torn trying to meet the needs of multiple kids in your homeschool, this episode will help you breathe easier. We’ll talk about realistic expectations, why you can&rs...

Do you ever feel like your child’s schoolwork lacks real world value?

Are you overwhelmed trying to teach your child repetitive lessons that they avoid?

Or maybe you need some guidance on de-schooling but still want to learn together?

Every day you are already doing things that are invaluable skills to teach your kids. Today I’m going to talk about 8 areas that can be learning invitations without a curriculum.

Here&rs...

Considering homeschooling your child with ADHD, but overwhelmed by what that would mean?

Are your online searches leaving you feeling less clear about what to do and how to move forward?

Today, I’m going to simplify the process for getting started into 5 basic steps!

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Is getting your child to focus becoming a consistent issue?

Struggling to get your child to get through a math or writing lesson?

Tired of homeschool days that drag on and on?

Today, I’ve put together 10 strategies specifically designed for neurodivergent minds. Most of these are really simple and won’t take any extra work and will definitely bring more calm into your home.

Here’s the free guide that accompanies...