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Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom Podcast & Ministry

Maryse Doner | Homeschooling Mom, Speaker, BScN Registered Nurse

A Scripture-rooted podcast for Christian homeschooling moms who want to walk confidently in their God-given calling without the guilt or overwhelm. Each week, host Maryse Doner — founder of For The Mom ministry, Christian speaker, and creator of the Journey to the Cross Devotional Journal- brings you biblical encouragement, honest conversation, and practical tools for your homeschooling, motherhood, and faith. Maryse helps everyday moms to homeschool with peace and confidence, relying on the one who

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Ep 120 | Help! My Homeschool Curriculum Isn't...

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/10/07

Have I chosen the wrong homeschool curriculum? Should I change curriculum? Will this mess up my whole homeschool year? In today's episode, I'll walk you through your options when your homeschool curriculum feels like it isn’t working! Please leave me a rating and review! Christian Catechism & Apologetics Curriculum January 2027 Launch - Waitlist! www.forthemomministry.com For The Mom Instagram Christian Homeschooling Support Facebook Group homeschool mom | homeschool guilt | homeschool

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Ep 119 | Christian Motherhood — The Plans We Make,...

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/09/28

We make plans as moms and wives for our kids, our marriages, our homes, our days, and our future. Today I'm talking about what it actually looks like to surrender those plans to God instead of fighting our way through them on our own. I close the episode praying over you and with you! I'm glad you're here. Access closes on September 30th - JOIN The Christian Catechism & Apologetics Curriculum Beta Now www.forthemomministry.com For The Mom Instagram Christian Homeschooling Support Facebook

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Ep 118 | Feeling Behind: A Word for the Homeschool...

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/09/21

"Am I doing enough?"The question almost every homeschool mom asks herself late at night after a hard day. Today I'm talking about where that question comes from, how my September has gone so far, and why showing up and being faithful is what actually matters. Please take a moment to leave me a rating & Review! JOIN The Christian Catechism & Apologetics Curriculum Beta Now www.forthemomministry.com For The Mom Instagram If you'd like a SAMPLE LESSON or COURSE OVERVIEW please email me

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Ep 117 | Raising Kids Who Know What They Believe (Not...

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/09/14

It's possible to teach your kids reading, writing, fractions, and grammar for years and never once teach them why they believe what they believe. Today I'm talking about discipleship as its own kind of homeschool stewardship, and the "compass, not a measuring stick" approach I use in our home.Please take a moment to leave me a rating & Review! JOIN The Christian Catechism & Apologetics Curriculum Beta Now www.forthemomministry.com For The Mom Instagram If you'd like a SAMPLE LESSON or

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Ep 116 | Starting Your Homeschool Year Free From...

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/09/03

Hey Moms! Your homeschool was never supposed to look like your friend's, or what you see online. God gave you your specific kids and your specific family! Homeschooling them is actually a part of stewarding the gifts that God gave you. In this episode, join me as we dive into starting your homeschool year without guilt and comparison! I'm glad you're here! Please take a moment to leave me a rating & Review! JOIN The Christian Catechism & Apologetics Curriculum Beta

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Ep 115 | HOMESCHOOLING | How to Add Bible,...

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/08/29

If you’re planning your homeschool year and choosing curriculum for math, reading, history, and spelling, don’t forget to plan for Bible, Christian discipleship, catechism, and apologetics, too.In this episode, we’re talking about Christian homeschooling, teaching the Bible at home, discipling your children, and why catechism and apologetics for kids are such an important part of building a strong biblical worldview. If you want to raise children who know what they believe, why they believe it, and

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Ep 114 | HOMESCHOOLING | Starting Your Homeschool...

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/08/21

Starting a new homeschool year can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to! In this episode, I’m sharing 3 things I'm doing to prepare for a smooth start to homeschooling! This episode is for Christian homeschool moms who want to start their homeschool year smoothly! I'm glad you're here! Let's Connect JOIN The Christian Catechism & Apologetics Curriculum Beta Now www.forthemomministry.com If you'd like a SAMPLE LESSON or COURSE OVERVIEW please email me at: info@forthemomministry.com

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Ep 113 | FAITH | Teaching Your Kids to Defend Their...

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/08/13

In this episode, we're talking about Christian parenting, homeschooling, apologetics for kids, catechism, and teaching children a biblical worldview. If you've ever wondered how to prepare your children to defend their Christian faith and answer hard questions about Jesus, truth, morality, gender ideology, abortion, and culture, this episode is for you.I'm sharing a story of a real conversation that challenged me to think deeper about raising Christian kids, discipling children at home, and why

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Ep 112 | HOMESCHOOLING | What is Catechism and...

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/08/07

Our children are being shaped every day by the world around them, through screens, friendships, culture, and the messages they absorb without even realizing it. The question is not whether they are developing a worldview, but what that worldview is being built on. In this episode, join me as I answer the questions What is Catechism and Apologetics? Why do they matter? I’ll be sharing about the new curriculum I’ve written for ages 4-18, with three levels designed to help children grow from early

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Ep 111 | HOMESCHOOLING | What You Can Actually Do...

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/08/01

Summer is for rest, but it's also a great time to take a few simple steps that will make your homeschool year run more smoothly.In this episode, I'm sharing practical ways to prepare for fall without spending your whole summer worrying about curriculum and schedules. We'll talk about decluttering your homeschool space, organizing what you already have, praying over your family's commitments, and making wise decisions about the year ahead. If you're wondering what you can actually do this summer to

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Ep 110 | MOTHERHOOD | Embracing Your Weaknesses as a Mom

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/07/24

Motherhood has a way of exposing the places we feel weakest. The overstimulation, the overwhelm, the impatience, the pressure of feeling like you are not doing enough. All of it can leave us feeling defeated. In this episode, I’ll take you through 3 parts: 1. Identifying your weaknesses. 2. Responding to them, and 3. Walking in freedom. And if you need a place to slow down and bring those burdens to the Lord, my Journey to the Cross devotional journal is linked in the show notes. I'm glad you're

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Ep 109 | FAITH | Praying for Your Kids - What to Pray...

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/07/16

Hey Moms! One of the most powerful things you can do for your children may also be one of the quietest: praying for them. In this episode, we are talking about the power of prayer in motherhood, why it should be our first response instead of our last resort, and how praying for and with our kids becomes a covering over their lives as they grow! I'm glad you're here! Let's Connect! Order Journey To The Cross - A 40 Day Devotional Journal for Moms Email: info@forthemomministry.com For The Mom

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Ep 108 | MOTHERHOOD | Being Present and Content This...

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/07/08

Hey Moms! In this episode, join me as we talk about what it looks like to be more present and content in the everyday moments of summer motherhood. From comparison and overbooking to future-focused stress and the temptation to rush ahead, this is a gentle reminder to slow down and live the day God has actually given you. If you need help quieting the noise and staying rooted in truth this summer, my Journey to the Cross devotional journal is linked in the show notes. 💛 Order Journey To The Cross -

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Ep 107 | When You Can’t See What God Is Doing:...

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/06/30

Are you walking through an unspoken valley? In this episode, come join me as I talk about the valleys of motherhood; the stretches where staying home with your kids feels lonely and mundane, or when a quiet struggle in your home feels like it will never end. God only requires faith the size of a mustard seed. Come listen and be encouraged. If you need a simple tool to help get you back into the Word, grab a devotional journal, Journey to the Cross, I'd love to connect! Email:

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Ep 106 | Thinking About Homeschooling? My Best Advice...

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/06/23

If you have toddlers or preschoolers underfoot and you are feeling the pressure to figure out your homeschool plan, take a deep breath. It is so easy to fall into the trap of buying formal curriculum and pushing reading and writing way too early. But the truth is, pushing academics before a child is ready can actually sacrifice their natural curiosity and joy for learning. Remember, friend, these years go by way too fast! Grab a devotional journal, Journey to the Cross, to help anchor your

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Ep 105 | Behind the Scenes: Navigating Homeschool,...

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/06/16

"How do you do it all?" It’s a question I get way too often, and today, I am setting the record straight: I don't! In this episode, I’ll share a behind-the-scenes peek into my life and how I navigate work, ministry, homeschooling the kids, and managing the house. I’m sharing the practical things I do that keep our family running. Don't let a busy season leave you spiritually dry. Grab a devotional journal, Journey to the Cross, to help anchor your mornings in the Word. I'd love to connect! Email:

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Ep 104 | Why Your Faith Needs to Matter More than...

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/06/03

Friend, you cannot give what you do not have. In this episode, I'll share about something every Christian mom needs to hear: your faith has to come first. Not out of selfishness, and not out of guilt, but because a spiritually dehydrated mom cannot pour into the hearts she's called to nurture. Join me for this weeks episode! Let's Connect! Order HERE: Journey to the Cross A 40 Day Devotional Journal For the Mom Email: info@forthemomministry.com For The Mom

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Ep 103 | Christian Homeschooling :Are You Measuring...

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/05/27

Hey Friend! If you’ve wondered, "What is enough when it comes to homeschooling?” This episode will help! We will talk about the main thing we should be measuring in our children and homeschooling! I'm glad you're here! I pray this blesses and encourages you! Please leave me a rating and review on Apple Podcasts if you haven't! Let's Connect! Email: info@forthemomministry.com For The Mom Instagram www.forthemomministry.com Christian Homeschool Support Facebook Group The ADHD Homeschool

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Ep 102  | Finding Spiritual Refreshment This Spring:...

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/05/20

Hey Friends! This episode is a fiery one! Come join me as we go through three very practical ways you can find spiritual renewal this spring as a busy mom! You’ll hear Scripture reminders, practical tips, and truth to help you stay rooted in what matters most! If your heart needs a reset this spring, this one’s for you. And don’t forget, my Journey to the Cross devotional journal is the perfect companion for your quiet time this season! I pray this blesses and encourages you! Let's Connect! The

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Ep 101 | Finishing Your Homeschool Year Well

Christian Homeschooling & Motherhood | For The Mom... ·

2026/05/13

As the homeschool year winds down, it’s easy to feel exhausted or rush through to the end, but finishing strong is possible! In this episode, I'll share three questions you can ask yourself and a plan to finish this year well! Plus, I’m announcing the winner of the Faithful Mother Giveaway from our 100th episode celebration! If you’re longing to pause and reflect on God’s goodness in this season, grab your copy of Journey to the Cross, my devotional journal designed to help you slow down, refocus,

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