Episodes
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Biblical Wisdom for Raising a Child with Autism with Johanna Pressley | Ep 38
Johanna Pressley joins us on the Homeschool Mom Podcast to share her wisdom on the topic of autism in children. In this episode she provides biblical insights and tools for supporting children with autism. Johanna emphasizes viewing children as image bearers of God, discerning behavior causes…
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Helping Kids Navigate Anxiety & Fear with Rick Witmer | Ep 37
In today's fast-paced world, children face unprecedented levels of fear, anxiety, and worry. As moms, it’s essential to understand the root causes of these emotions and how we can guide our children toward peace using biblical principles. Listen as Rick Witmer shares about his new book, Walking...
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Homeschool Q&A | Ep 36
Show notes for this episode can be found at JanelleKnutson.com/podcast. In this episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast, Janelle Knutson addresses various questions from listeners regarding homeschooling, particularly focusing on curriculum choices, resources for high school students, and…
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Should Christians Practice Yoga? | Ep 35
Let's apply six principles from Scripture to the practice of yoga. The show notes for this episode is packed with additional resources and all the Scripture references mentioned in this episode. Find the show notes for this episode here. Janelle Knutson has been homeschooling her seven kids for...
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Help! My Homeschooled Teen Wants to Attend Public School | Ep 34
Does your homeschooled teen want to attend public school? Are you unsure about how to handle the situation? Well, that is what we are going to tackle on today’s episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast, where biblical truth informs our everyday lives as homeschool moms. In this episode, we are going...
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Year-Round Homeschooling Pros and Cons | Ep 33
In this episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast, we are discussing the pros and cons of homeschooling year-round so you can determine if it would work well for your family. Show notes for each episode can be found at JanelleKnutson.com/podcast. Janelle Knutson has been homeschooling her seven...
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Helping Kids Deal with Sibling Distractions | Ep 32
In this episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast, we look at ways we can help our older children deal with sibling distractions while homeschooling. I share tips and encouragement for the mom struggling to juggle homeschooling older kids with younger ones underfoot. Show notes for each episode can…
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Homeschool Mom, Are You Lonely? Ep 31
In this episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast, I'm sharing three ways you can find encouragement and fellowship as a homeschool mom. I know from experience that homeschooling can often leave us weary, discouraged, and isolated but it doesn't have to stay that way! Listen to this episode for some...
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Reformation Day Activities for Families
October is a great time to learn about the Protestant Reformation so I'm sharing some fun activities you can do with your family and friends. Grab my FREE Reformation Day Activities Packet here. Show notes for each episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast can be found here.
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Training Kids to Work More Independently | Ep 29
In this episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast, I share three tips for helping your kids work more independently in your homeschool. I also share three reminders for moms when it comes to teaching your kids a new skill. Show notes for each episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast can be found at...
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The Year I Almost Gave Up On Homeschooling | Ep 28
In this podcast episode, I'm sharing about the year I almost gave up on homeschooling and how our homeschool vision statement kept me going after a very difficult season of homeschooling. I share our family's vision statement along with some tips to help you create one for your family. Show notes...
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Walking with Your Teen Through Depression with Guest Christine Chappell | Ep 27
Join me as I talk with guest Christine Chappell about teen depression and how you can come alongside and walk with your teen through a season of depression. Show notes and resources mentioned in this episode can be found here. Show notes for each episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast can be found...
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Top 5 Favorites for Homeschool Curriculum | Ep 26
I'm sharing my top 5 favorites for homeschool curriculum after homeschooling for over 20 years. Show notes for this episode can be found here. Show notes for every episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast can be found at JanelleKnutson.com/podcast.
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Homeschooling with Health Issues | Ep 25
In this podcast episode, I want to offer some encouragement to those of you who are trying to homeschool while juggling your own health issues. I also want to share some practical things that I am doing now and have done in the past, to make homeschooling my kids possible when I’ve been down and...
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Should a Mom Desire Time to Herself? | Ep 24
Should a mom desire time away from her kids to do things she enjoys? Some people say moms MUST make time for themselves so they don't burn out. Others say that all a mom needs is the strength of the Lord. Are either of these views biblical? Or is there something more important for moms to…
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Children in Church | Ep 23
In this episode, we are tackling the topic of children in church. I'm sharing my journey from putting my kids in Sunday school to bringing them into the church service. I'll give some reasons why I think children should be in the corporate church service and how you can help your kids engage in…
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Breaking the Busyness Cycle | Ep 22
Everyone says they are busy these days. Life has a way of taking over our best intentions. So how do we break the busyness cycle so we can slow down and savor the moments we have with our kids? Show notes for each episode can be found atJanelleKnutson.com/podcast.
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Education: Does God Have an Opinion | Ep 21
Does the Bible address the topic of education? Isn't knowledge neutral? Shouldn't we be sending our kids to public school to be a witness to unbelievers? Join me and my guest, Israel Wayne, as we tackle all these questions and more. Show notes for each episode can be found at...
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Discontentment- Practical Application from Psalm 73 | Ep 20
Do you struggle with discontentment, envy, or self-pity? If so, this episode is for you! We are looking into Psalm 73 to see what it has to say and what practical applications there are for those of us who are discontent with our circumstances. Show notes for each episode can be found at...
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Four Day Homeschool Week | Ep 19
The kids and I did something different this past homeschool year. We tried out a four day homeschool week and loved it! In this podcast episode, I'm talking about why I decided to try a four day school week, how we made it work for our family and how we liked it. I'm also sharing some reasons why…
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What God Has Been Teaching Me About Worry, My Good, and His Glory | Ep 18
It's good to be back behind the podcast microphone! I'm sharing a little life update and what God has been reminding me of about worry, my good, and His glory. Show notes for each episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast can be found at JanelleKnutson.com/podcast.
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5 Hindrances to Daily Bible Reading and How to Overcome Them | Ep 16
In this episode, we are talking about the importance of daily time in the Word of God. We are looking at five hindrances that keep us from daily Bible reading and some practical tips to overcome them. Show notes for each episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast can be found at...
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Speaking Truth with Grace to Our Children | Ep 15
In this episode, I talk with Cheryl Marshall and Caroline Newheiser about how we can use our words to encourage those we love, including our children. Show notes for each episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast can be found at JanelleKnutson.com/podcast. You can find Cheryl Marshall at...
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When Kids Interrupt My Time in the Word | Ep 14
Daily reading God’s Word is essential to our spiritual growth and maturity but it can be a challenge to find the time and the desire to read our Bible amidst the chaos of motherhood. In this episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast, I am sharing a time when the interruptions of my kids taught me a…
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10 Practical Tips for Homeschooling Big Kids with Little Ones Underfoot | Ep 13
I'm sharing 10 practical tips for homeschooling big kids with little ones underfoot but remember that these tips are just tools to help you accomplish a much bigger purpose. Listen to episode 9 to learn more about that. Show notes for each episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast can be found at...
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Hope for the Imperfect Mom | Ep 12
Is there hope for the imperfect mom? Yes, there is! In this episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast you'll find encouragement, from Scripture, for the weary and discouraged mom. Come listen and be encouraged! Show notes for each episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast can be found at...
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The Role of Parents in the Life of Their Kids | Ep 11
In this episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast, we are looking into God's Word to see what it has to say to those of us in the midst of parenting. We will discuss three roles or responsibilities that parents have in the life of their kids. Show notes for each episode can be found at...
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Is Homeschooling More Than You Can Handle? | Ep 10
In the early years of homeschooling, I was overwhelmed with the task of educating my kids at home. I felt like I was failing my big kids and neglecting my little ones. I was losing my patience and becoming easily frustrated. And I wondered, is homeschooling more than I can handle? Perhaps you are...
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Homeschooling Big Kids with Little Ones Underfoot | Ep 9
Are you struggling to homeschool your big kids with little ones underfoot? Feeling overwhelmed? Ready to give up on homeschooling? Wondering if you are failing your older kids and neglecting your younger ones? If you answered yes then this podcast episode is for you! Get the encouragement and…
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Homeschool Organization | Ep 8
In this episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast, I'm going to tackle homeschool organization. Learn tips to organize your homeschool days, lessons, curriculum, supplies and more! And make sure to check out the show notes for more helpful tips and resources for homeschool organization. Show notes…
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Homeschool Co-ops: Are They Right For You? | Ep 7
In this episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast, we are talking about homeschool co-ops. What are they? What are the benefits and drawbacks of a homeschool co-op? And should your family participate in one? Show notes for each episode can be found at JanelleKnutson.com/podcast.
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Balancing Housework and Homeschooling | Ep 6
Feeling overwhelmed with housework and homeschooling? Check out this episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast where I share six practical tips for balancing housework and homeschooling. Show notes for each episode can be found at JanelleKnutson.com/podcast.
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Avoiding the Sunday Morning Scramble | Ep 5
In this episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast, I'm sharing some practical tips to prepare your family for Sunday worship. We will chat about why it is important to avoid the Sunday morning scramble as well as look at three areas that we can prepare for so that our families are ready to worship…
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Benefits of Keeping Your Preschooler at Home | Ep 4
In this episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast, I share four benefits to keeping your child at home during the preschool years. Show notes for each episode can be found at JanelleKnutson.com/podcast.
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Benefits of Homeschooling and Why We Homeschool Our Kids
In this bonus episode, I am sharing five benefits of homeschooling plus talking about why we have continued to homeschool our kids through many challenges. Show notes for each episode can be found at JanelleKnutson.com/podcast.
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Homeschooling Multiple Grades (Part 2) | Ep 3
This is the second episode in my two-part series about homeschooling multiple grades. In this episode, we are going to focus on methods for managing multiple grades. Show notes for each episode can be found at JanelleKnutson.com/podcast.
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Homeschooling Multiple Grades (Part 1) | Ep 2
This is the first episode in a two-part series on homeschooling multiple grades. In this episode, we are going to look at some tips to save your sanity while homeschooling multiple grades. The second episode in this series will focus on methods for managing multiple grades. Show notes for each...
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10 Things We Won't Regret Doing as Moms
Did you know that we only have 6,570 days with our kids before they turn 18? Here are 10 things we won't regret doing as moms during the short time we have with them. Show notes for each episode can be found at JanelleKnutson.com/podcast.
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Avoiding Legalism in Your Home | Ep 1
As Christian moms, our desire should be to see our children walk in a right relationship with the Lord. We should eagerly and joyfully share with them about who God is, what He has done for us and how we are to obey Him. But we also want to avoid legalism. In this episode, I share five…
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Where Biblical truth informs our everyday lives as homeschool moms.
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