Motherhood from Scratch

In this last episode of season 3, Jessica shares her current and future updates. The ladies also share the future of the podcast.

Join the ladies this week for a special conversation! They talk with guest Bethany Beathard (fellow large family mom and also military spouse) and discuss what its like to parent, homeschool, and keep the house running when their husbands have to be hands off from the family for a season...or multiple seasons. Connect with Bethany: IG: @our.abundant.home

Jessica and Stephanie couldn't stick to one subject this time. Join them as they talk, reflect, encourage, and share nuggets of wisdom from their journeys as wives, mothers, and children of God.

We are halfway to the holidays already, and Jessica and Stephanie are back to their full and busy homeschool schedules and activities. This episode catches you up on what is working for them this year and what is not. So much encouragement in this episode about embracing God's direction in all things and that includes our homeschools. He has a plan for us as home educators and seeking Him is always worth it.

Motherhood from Scratch has its first guest to the podcast! Amy Sloan is a mother of five, including teenagers. She is also a second generation homeschooler! As mothers of littles, we worry often about the next stages of parenting and the challenges we will face. Bring your favorite drink and even a notebook and soak in all the wisdom she has to share about parenting teenagers. You will appreciate her encouragement, honesty, and Gospel focused reminders! Where to find Amy: IG @humilityanddoxology Website/blog: humilityanddoxology.com Podcast: Homeschool Conversations

We hear "church hurt" talked about a lot, from believers in the gospel to those outside the church. Jessica and Stephanie discuss what church hurt is, what it isn't, and how to begin the healing process, from their perspectives. Disclaimer: we are not licensed professionals to treat the mental, emotional or physical health of any person for abuse of any kind. Any trauma or abuse from church leadership or anyone else should be dealt with by professionals and the proper authorities.

This week, the ladies are having an honest conversation about our mental health as moms. They share personal stories of how they have and continue to parent to the best of their ability while still trying to overcome past baggage and hard times by God's grace. As a disclaimer , a few sensitive topics are mentioned. *we are not medical professionals. Please speak with a licensed professional for medical advice, therapy, or counseling. Thank you to a friend of the show, Ashley at Fruitful Fabrics. Here is how to connect with her and shop her products: IG instagram.com/fruitfulfabrics Etsy Shop https://www.etsy.com/shop/fruitfulfabrics/?etsrc=sdt&load_webview=1&bid=uYc4zQEB1urBvpa0J4dE_-4mvrKk

Regardless of income, we are all feeling the price hikes on our necessities these days. The ladies are here to help! They share their tested methods to cut costs and make the most of the resources that you have around. Whether you're wondering how you're going to manage while things are so expensive, or you're in a place where you have to cut back for the first time, or you just pulled your child out of school and you're wondering how you are going to be able to afford homeschooling, there is something here for you! Mentioned in this episode: supercook.com

For new homeschoolers, or those skeptical of home education, one of the top questions asked is how a homeschooled child will experience "socialization". There is a rush to find a co-op to ensure the child interacts with others. Are co-ops the best or only way? Jessica and Stephanie share their honest perspectives about this, and some things to consider before you join one.

The ladies are back with their 3rd season! To start off, the first episode is about how Jessica and Stephanie have gotten back to basics in their homeschools. Sometimes in the chaos and busyness of the season with littles, and trying to homeschool in the "best" ways, you can forget your reasons for homeschooling in the first place. You can also forget at times Who is anchoring us through it all, on the good days and the not so great days. The ladies remember what is truly important and share what those things are. They have also changed their minds on certain things the longer they're on this journey. Come chat!