Homeschool Hug

If the thought of teaching math, science, or grammar gives you hives—you’re not alone. One of the biggest fears I hear from homeschool parents (and one I had myself) is: “What if I’m not qualified to teach this?”

In this episode of The Homeschool Hug, I’m sharing the truth that finally set me free: You don’t need to be the expert. You need to be the guide.

I open up about the pressure I felt when I started homeschooling—especiall...

I thought if I researched enough, planned enough, or waited long enough, I’d get a sign that it was okay to start homeschooling. But the sign never came.

In this episode, I open up about my search for certainty when I was deciding whether to homeschool—and the moment I realized I had to stop waiting and start trying.

We talk about:
• Why we crave certainty—and why it rarely comes
• How perfectionism can keep you stuck
• What actu...

If you’ve ever feared that homeschooling might take over your entire life, this episode is for you. I open up about my fear of losing my identity if I was the boys’ mom and teacher.

In this episode, I share:
• Why the invisible load of being the default parent can be so overwhelming
• The three boundaries that help protect your time, space, and sense of self
• How to homeschool and still feel like your own person

If you’re scared...

When I was considering homeschooling, I wasn’t just battling schedules, curriculum choices, or figuring out how to teach math.

I was battling doubt—and the quiet fear that I needed someone else to say this choice was okay. I kept waiting for permission.

I wanted my parents to approve. I wanted friends to understand. I wanted someone to say, “Yes. This is the right thing. You’re doing the right thing.”

But that moment never came....