Navigating Hormones While Homeschooling: Supporting Moms and Teens Through Big Changes with Monica Swanson
Are you a homeschool mom navigating the rollercoaster of hormones—both yours and your teen’s? Kristi Clover sits down with Monica Swanson (homeschool mom of four boys, author, and speaker) to talk openly about perimenopause, homeschooling through hormonal changes, and raising teens with grace. Discover real-life tips for staying grounded, practical strategies for keeping the peace at home, and encouragement to connect with your kids even when tempers flare. Whether you’re dealing with brain fog, “frozen shoulder,” or high-emotion days, you’re not alone! Dive into this honest and uplifting conversation geared for Christian homeschool moms navigating midlife and motherhood.
Episode Highlights:
Navigating perimenopause as a homeschool mom
Helping teens through hormonal changes
Staying spiritually grounded in hard seasons
Fun, practical ways to connect in the chaos
Recommended Resources:
Raising Amazing, by Monica Swanson
Becoming Homeschoolers, by Monica Swanson
Ultimate Homeschool Organization Course(Get a $30 Coupon Here)
More from Monica Swanson on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
More from Kristi Clover on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
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