Little by Little Homeschool - Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family

Homeschool * Home Education * Motherhood * Homemaking * Parenting Do you wish you could feel confident in your homeschool decisions? Are you concerned that you aren’t doing it right? Do you wish you could get answers to all your homeschooling questions? Are you struggling to balance all your roles in this season of life? In this podcast, you will find tactical and realistic solutions to set you free from the concerns and stress of whether you are doing the right things. My mission is to equip you in your calling to embrace and then thrive in your homeschool, motherhood, and homemaking. If you’re ready to get out of survival mode, feel confident, and have peace in your heart and home--you’re in the right place! Hi, I’m Leigh, a kingdom-minded wife and mom. I tried to duct tape my priorities together without the right focus for way too many years. I was busy chasing approval from others, trying to meet perceived external expectations, and flying by the seat of my pants as a homeschool mom. I finally realized that if I was going to fully embrace the life I had, I needed to operate from a place of peace and joy. That’s when I planted my feet firmly where I was and began to create beauty, seek simplicity, and live intentionally. And I’m ready to share this with you! If you are ready to love your life as a homeschool mom and to know for certainty that you are doing the right thing for your children--this podcast is for you! Close up that lesson book, mama, let the kids go play, it’s time for you to thrive! Let’s work together and get your homeschool to the place you just know it can be. We all can get stuck and not know what to do, how to adjust, or if we’re even doing it right. We’ll dive in deep to all the homeschool hot topics and create the homeschool that you and your children will thrive in! Website - > www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Facebook - > https://www.facebook.com/littlebylittlehomeschool Community -> www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity/ Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/

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Episodes

Monday Dec 04, 2023

There are so many conversations that homeschool moms can have around the topic of Christmas. And today is no exception.
We're going to cover a lot of ground and I'm pulling back the curtain on a few topics that I've never shared outside of my small inner circle. But it's worth it because I know that the insight to my family's story is something you'll resonate with.
Grab that pen and paper to write down a few great resources...and maybe pop in those ear buds to keep my thoughts on Santa Claus from spoiling anything with little ears in your home.
♥ Leigh
 
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Listen to these related episodes:
10 Non-Technology Christmas Gifts for Your Homeschool Boys
 
105. 10 Simple and Budget-Friendly Christmas Traditions For The Homeschool Family That Will Create Lifelong Memories
 
205. 3 Christmas Homeschool Options To Go From Feeling Like You’re Failing to Being Guilt-Free
 
207. Feeling Jealous About Other Women’s Homes at Christmas? The 6 Steps That Took Me From a Jealous Homeschool Mom to Contentment
 

Thursday Nov 30, 2023

So often, parents jump into homeschooling and are hyper focused on the here and now. And that is completely understandable because this is a whole new way of life and education.
Today's guest, Elizabeth Santelmann of Sunshine In My Nest, is here to encourage you to take a step back and look at the long-term vision of homeschooling. As she homeschools her 3 boys, she wants to encourage moms to see the whole picture of raising children. And most importantly, pointing them towards the gospel.
She offers a unique perspective that I know you will find encouraging and challenging, in a really good way.
Find that cozy chair and grab your favorite warm drink as you soak in Elizabeth's wisdom and joy for motherhood.
♥ Leigh
 
Elizabeth's website: https://www.sunshineinmynest.com/
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sunshine-in-my-nest/id1625483086
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunshineinmynest/
 
 
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Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity 
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Listen to these related episodes:
51. How to Create a Homeschool Vision and Goals and Why These Help to Choose Your Curriculum 
 
58. The Truth About Homeschool and Why It Needs to Be Your Priority In This Season of Life
 
80. 10 Minutes to a Better Homeschool Day With Your Children: 3 Important Things to Do to Homeschool Well
 
100. Why the Reasons You Are Homeschooling Matters and How To Figure That Out

Monday Nov 27, 2023

It's the most wonderful time of the year, but there can be a significant downside. All the pretty lights and decorations can cause discontentment in our homeschool mom hearts. 
This isn't an intentional thing, but the mind and heart can wander, even when you don't want it to. What should you do when you find yourself feeling jealous?
Drawing upon my own experience, I have 6 steps that walked me through confronting my jealousy. And these got me to the other side, which included freedom and excitement for my own Christmas decor, as well as for other's too.
Are you ready to confront your feelings about this topic? I hope so because contentment is on the other side!
♥ Leigh
 
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Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com
Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/
Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity 
Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/
Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com
 
Listen to these related episodes:
103. How to Homeschool Through the Holidays: Maintain Your Sanity and Have Joy This Christmas 
 
205. 3 Christmas Homeschool Options To Go From Feeling Like You’re Failing to Being Guilt-Free 
 
101. Looking For the Perfect Way to Celebrate Advent As A Homeschool Family? 7 Favorite Resources You’ll Want to Include 
 
68. How to Maintain an Orderly Home as a Homeschool Mom: A 4 Step Process for a Homemaker
 

Thursday Nov 23, 2023

Happy Thanksgiving, Friend!
Thanks for popping your ear buds in today. I hope today finds you feeling blessed beyond words.
One thing that I am thankful for is you! It truly is an honor that you allow me the space in your day to encourage you in your homeschool journey.
Today's episode is short and sweet: there is an announcement, a quick life update, and a little something just for you. All jam packed into less than 10 minutes.
Give it a quick play while you finish up any cooking and getting the kids ready to head to Grandma's house!
♥ Leigh
 
ONLY A FEW DAYS LEFT TO JOIN CLARIFY YOUR HOMESCHOOL AND SAVE 30% WITH COUPON CODE BLACKFRIDAY2023  https://www.clarifyyourhomeschool.com
 
Get the Thanksgiving place cards HERE!
Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com
Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/
Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity 
Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/
Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com
 
Listen to these related episodes:
38. 38. Gain Clarity for YOUR Homeschool Lifestyle TODAY
 
123. You Need Clarity In Your Homeschool More Than You Think and I’ll Show You Why 
 
199. Ask Leigh Anything! Let’s Chat About Weight Loss, Marriage Struggles, Hobbies, DIY Updates, Why She Homeschools, and More!
 
201. Redeem Your November From the Upcoming Pressure of the Holidays: Simple And Fun Ways to Create Thankfulness in Your Homeschool Family

Monday Nov 20, 2023

The Christmas season is when homeschool moms tend to pile on the guilt. The stress is high and the to-do list is long and the holidays add an extra amount of pressure. And when you don't fulfill all of your obligations, the default is to feel like a failure.
How is homeschool supposed to get done, along with the traveling, Christmas traditions, special activities, and performances? There just aren't enough hours in the day for a homeschool mom to do it all.
But you really want to feel like you are making forward progress with your children's education. How can you keep up?
Today, I am sharing 3 options for your family to navigate the holiday season, all the while including home education.
Grab a pen and paper to take a few notes and then make your plans happen!
♥ Leigh
 
JOIN CLARIFY YOUR HOMESCHOOL TODAY AND SAVE 30% WITH COUPON CODE BLACKFRIDAY2023  https://www.clarifyyourhomeschool.com
 
Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com
Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/
Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity 
Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/
Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com
 
Listen to these related episodes:
101. Looking For the Perfect Way to Celebrate Advent As A Homeschool Family? 7 Favorite Resources You’ll Want to Include
 
103. How to Homeschool Through the Holidays: Maintain Your Sanity and Have Joy This Christmas 
 
105. 10 Simple and Budget-Friendly Christmas Traditions For The Homeschool Family That Will Create Lifelong Memories
 
108. How Long Should A Homeschool Christmas Break Last and How You Can Keep Your Home Clean During The Holiday Season 
 

Thursday Nov 16, 2023

There just seems to be something holding you back from success in your homeschool. And you can't quite put your finger on what it is.
Might I offer a place to look? How about inside yourself? 
Are you the one throwing off all that your homeschool could be due to unconsciously sabotaging it?
From my many years of homeschooling, I'd like to offer you 4 ways that I see this happen. But...on the flip side, I've got 4 steps to correcting this behavior. All so that you see a huge turnaround in your homeschool.
This conversation may get uncomfortable, but I encourage you to lean in and consider where you're going off track. And I look forward to seeing the huge shift that will occur by making a few corrections.
♥ Leigh
 
JOIN CLARIFY YOUR HOMESCHOOL TODAY  https://www.clarifyyourhomeschool.com
 
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Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity 
Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/
Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com
 
Listen to these related episodes:
21. The Reason a Homeschool Mom Isn’t Enjoying Each Day and 3 Steps to Changing this Attitude as You Raise Children 
 
36. 5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Homeschooling: What My Public School Education Didn’t Tell Me 
 
72. Why Sending Your Child to Preschool is Unnecessary and How to Homeschool Preschool 
 
202. Deschooling: What It Is and Why Every Homeschool Parent Needs to Do It

Monday Nov 13, 2023

There is so much that can be said about the time a child spends outdoors. We know in our mind that it's important, but the daily to-do list and homeschool curriculum easily fills up the day.
Today's guest, Ginny Yurich, of 1000 Hours Outside is going to help you reframe the concept of the outdoors for your family. Drawing upon her personal and professional experience, she shares the roadblocks to making this a priority and how to overcome those.
You are going to love her enthusiasm, joy, and ability to give so much clarity to the topic of how our children spend their time.
Grab your kids, pop your ear buds in, and head outside to listen to this episode!
♥ Leigh
 
Ginny's website: https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/
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Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity 
Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/
Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com
 
Listen to these related episodes:
40. 3 Reasons Why You Are the Best Teacher For Your Child and Why You Don’t Have to Outsource Their Education 
 
69. How to Set-Up the Perfect Homeschool Room for Your Family 
 
124. The Secret to Being a Content Homeschool Mom Even When It Doesn’t Look Like You’re Making a Difference 
 
140. Break the Phone Addiction: Stop Letting It Control Your Homeschool Day
 

Thursday Nov 09, 2023

Sometimes it seems like homeschoolers have their own secret language of terms. And today we are going to crack open one of those words: deschooling.
Let's tackle the subject of what it actually is. And then focus in on why you, as a homeschool parent, need to do it.
The goal is for you to feel empowered to take education back from what you think it needs to be to what it can be in your home. And I promise that you'll walk away from this episode with a little extra pep in your step!
♥ Leigh
 
JOIN CLARIFY YOUR HOMESCHOOL TODAY  https://www.clarifyyourhomeschool.com
 
Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com
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Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity 
Follow - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/
Connect - info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com
 
Listen to these related episodes:
132. Rethinking Your Child’s Education: Homeshooling In Today’s World and Preparing Them For the Future with Connor Boyack of The Tuttle Twins
 
169. Unschooling: Why This Style of Homeschooling Is On the Rise and the Main Focus of This Type of Education
 
171. Tired of ”Doing School at Home” and Want to Really Homeschool? Change Your Approach Today!
 
185. How to Help Your Homeschool Children Discover Their Gifts, Talents, & Abilities and Why This is Important For Their Future 

Monday Nov 06, 2023

You've seen the Christmas display in the stores already. And there is probably someone in your life who is playing Christmas music...maybe it's you! Lol! But there is the pressure that is beginning to fall upon your shoulders for the fullness of the upcoming Christmas season.
What about Thanksgiving? It gets tossed into the mix, but by doing so, your homeschool family misses some valuable connection opportunities.
I'm all about simple, easy, fun, and budget-friendly and that is exactly what you'll hear in this episode. Let's maximize the time you have with your children at home and cultivate thankfulness this month.
Get ready for some inspiration that will get your creativity flowing!
♥ Leigh
 
JOIN CLARIFY YOUR HOMESCHOOL TODAY --> www.clarifyyourhomeschool.com
 
Website - > www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com
Newsletter - > https://littlebylittlehomeschool.subscribemenow.com/
Community ->https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity 
Follow ->https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/
Connect -> info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com
 
Listen to these related episodes:
101. Looking For the Perfect Way to Celebrate Advent As A Homeschool Family? 7 Favorite Resources You’ll Want to Include
 
111. The Best New Year’s Traditions To Bond Your Homeschool Family As You Begin This New Year 
 
137. Should Homeschool Children Go To Sleepovers? The Pros, Cons, and What Parents Need To Know! 
 
172. 5 Ways to Help Instill Faith in Your Homeschool Child and Why It Is Worth the Time

Thursday Nov 02, 2023

What a fun week of celebrating this milestone for the podcast. I couldn't have done it without you and today I am sharing your favorite episodes ever.
Homeschooling can feel overwhelming and lonely, but I sure am glad we can talk about all of that...and more...right here!
Are you ready to hear the top 10 episodes from the past year and a half? Grab a pen and paper, so you can write down the ones you want to binge listen to next.
♥ Leigh
 
JOIN CLARIFY YOUR HOMESCHOOL TODAY, BUT HURRY BECAUSE THE PRICE INCREASES IN JUST A FEW DAYS! --> https://www.clarifyyourhomeschool.com
 
Website - > www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com
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Community ->https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity 
Follow ->https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/
Connect -> info@littlebylittlehomeschool.com

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