Even when you love homeschooling and feel called to it, the fear can linger: what if I’m ruining my kids?In this clip from the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, Kristi Clover and Rachael Carman name the quiet fear so many homeschool moms carry — that they are messing everything up. Rachael is honest: mom guilt is universal, but it hits harder when you’ve been told you aren’t qualified and you did it anyway. Curriculum and schedule will not make you perfect. Homeschooling forced her to face her own

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You asked for more husband talk… so here we go. 😂 This week, we’re getting into what marriage actually looks like after kids, the things that have changed, the things that somehow haven’t, and how we try to stay connected when most days feel like pure chaos. We’re opening up about our relationships, sharing what works for us and what definitely doesn’t, and giving you a little more of the behind-the-scenes husband content you’ve been asking for.For more exclusive content, join our Patreon

The Honeymoon Is Over: When School Struggles Aren't Getting Better Episode Summary It's October. The novelty of back-to-school has worn off, routines are established, and now you have something valuable: a pattern. Maybe reading keeps ending in tears. Homework is still a battle. Your child keeps saying they have no friends. Sunday-night stomachaches are becoming a regular thing. At some point, we move from: "That was a hard day." to: "Okay. I'm seeing a pattern." In this episode, Dr. Amy Patenaude

But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. That person should not expect to receive anything from the Lord. Such a person is double-minded and unstable in all they do. (James 1:6–8)This week, let’s pray that our kids:• Can keep their minds singularly focused on the Lord and all the good things he does for us.• Are confident that God will give them what they truly need when they ask in faith.This episode

You don't need 11 children to learn a valuable lesson or two from a parent who does! In this Follow-Up, Dr. Mona sits down with Moshe Popack to discuss what raising a large family has taught him about parenting and managing relationships. They discuss letting go of perfectionism, adapting to the child that is in front of you and maintaining a balance as both a parent and partner.Want more? Listen to the full, original episode. Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video

Disney released a new live-action reimagining of the Oscar®-nominated animation #Moana. But should you answer this movie’s Ocean call? Plugged In has all the Polynesian island and tattooed demigod details to help you decide. You’re Welcome! Read the full Review PluggedIn Facebook Page If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

En las montañas de Michoacán hay un lago donde los pescadores lanzan redes que, cuando se abren sobre el agua, parecen alas de mariposa. Y en el fondo de ese lago vive un animalito que no existe en ningún otro lugar del mundo. Uno que parece sonreír todo el tiempo. Esta noche Gerwuin te lleva en canoa hasta el centro del lago de Pátzcuaro para conocer el achoque, las redes de mariposa, y descubrir que cuidar lo que amamos, poquito a poquito, día tras día, es una de las cosas más valiosas que ...

Joe Dallas shares his testimony of being repeatedly molested as a boy and pursuing homosexual encounters as a teenager. After becoming a Christian, Joe struggled to reconcile the gospel with his promiscuous lifestyle, to the point of joining a pro-homosexual church in his quest for peace. Joe explains how the combination of misleading, ‘pro-gay’ theology and the conviction of the Holy Spirit propelled him into becoming a very angry gay activist. Eventually, God’s truth penetrated

A simple invitation to Calvary Chapel led to Joe Dallas hearing the gospel for the first time. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "The Gay Gospel?" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

This Deep Dive series is all about reducing the friction between ourselves and our kids when trying to communicate with them, whether it's yelling less, finding real reasons for constant defiance, or picking our battles.Parenting is a series of everyday battles. But which ones are truly worth fighting? In this episode we discuss the Sisyphean nature of the overuse of the word 'like', to a cleaned-up playroom, to the unending struggle of getting tweens to wear pants—and which of these battles might

Have you ever found yourself mentally tallying up the day?The moments you were present. The moments you were distracted. The things you wish you had done differently. The quality time you wonder if you should have created. And underneath all of it, one quiet question: Am I doing enough as a mom? In this episode, Catherine explores the invisible scorecard so many mothers carry and the pressure to constantly measure how well we’re doing. This is a conversation about connection,

Amanda Taylor is the woman behind From Playgrounds to Psych Wards, where she shares her story of postpartum mental illness, recovery, motherhood, faith, and hope. After the birth of her fourth child in 2013, following a traumatic labor and delivery, Amanda experienced severe postpartum mental health challenges that ultimately became an 18-month journey through postpartum psychosis, hospitalization, and recovery. Today, she uses her story to help other women and families recognize the warning signs,

Do you wish you had more friends, but find yourself hesitating to reach out? You might think you don't have the time or that making friends takes too much effort. You might assume other moms already have plenty of friends, are too busy, or wouldn't be interested. Those thoughts can make it harder to take the first step and get to know someone. This week, I'm replaying an older episode about making new friends where I talk about common thoughts that can get in the way and how to create more

What if raising a good sleeper isn't just about having the right bedtime routine or sleep schedule? What if the way you talk about sleep matters too? In this episode, pediatric sleep and wellness coach Allison Egidi explains how the words we use about sleep can shape how children think about themselves as sleepers and influence their relationship with sleep for years to come. Allison explains why parents need to first make sure their child is actually sleeping well. Once the foundation is in place,

Does your family's mood determine yours?Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie talk about thermometer and thermostat parenting, helping kids navigate their emotions, and how parents can cultivate a home marked by peace, gratitude, and the fruit of the Spirit.Use code FDP and get 30% off of "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today!Use code FDP to get 30% off all the Do Great Things for God books at thegoodbook.com or get 40% off when you buy the whole series.The Kingdom and the King brings a

Hi Mamas,Anger takes up too much space in a heart that deserves peace.” This week, we’re talking about forgiveness… and before we can talk about forgiveness, we have to talk about one of the biggest things that can get in the way of it: anger. Because here's the thing, mama: sometimes you have every right to be angry. Someone hurt you. Someone disappointed you. A boundary was crossed. Maybe you never received the apology you deserved. And letting go of your anger does NOT mean that what happened

An honest look into 5 things I wish I started doing earlier as a mom. This podcast has changed me so much as a mom, and these five are the things I've come to learn about how I mother and how my kids are wired, and I really wish I'd started them sooner because it would've made all of it so much more successful for us. There's gonna be some stuff in here you hear and go I LOVE that, and other stuff you'd never in a million years do, so take it with a grain of salt. But if you've been feeling l...

Dating again after divorce can bring up a whole mix of emotions. Where do you even start? How do you know when you’re ready? And how do you navigate meeting someone new when your last relationship didn’t work out as you had hoped?In this episode of Single Parent Reset, I’m joined by the founders of Kasalyst, a private members’ club for singles aged 35+ created as an alternative to the world of swiping and dating apps. We talk honestly about their own experiences of dating after divorce, what they’ve