{"podcast":{"title":"The Working Homeschool Mom | Routines, Time Management, Working Mom, Meal Planning, Boundaries","slug":"the-working-homeschool-mom-routines-time-management-meal-planning-boundaries-7840415","podcast_index_feed_id":7840415,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/simplifiedmomcoach/feed.xml","website_url":"https://thesimplifiedmom.com/","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/22228237/The_Simplified_Mom_Podcast_Brand_7_6orys.png","author":"Billie-Jo Cochran | Christian Homeschool Mom, Routine Expert, Simplicity Coach","episode_count":24,"summary":"Are you trying to do it all—balance homeschool and run a business, while doing mom life? Do you start the day with a plan, only to have it fall apart by 9:00 AM? You’re always busy, but yet always feel behind—are you tired of always being overwhelmed? This podcast is all about simple, faith-filled routines that actually work in real life—because let’s be honest, we all need a little more Jesus and a lot more grace to get through each day. I’ll help you create rhythms so your home feels manageable instead of overwhelming, and you can homeschool, build your business, and handle mom life without burnout. Because the truth is, we can’t do this on our own—we need Jesus in our days, in our decisions, and in the middle of the chaos. It’s time to stop the constant chaos and the daily scramble and choose a simpler, faith-filled way of doing life and business—so you can show up with the patience and presence your family deserves. ❤️ Hey, I’m Billie-Jo—wife, homeschool mama to 3, and business owner just like you. I know exactly what it feels like to try to manage a home, homeschool kids, and grow a business, only to end the day feeling exhausted and behind. For a long time, I chased perfecti…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-14T16:17:01.522710+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-working-homeschool-mom-routines-time-management-meal-planning-boundaries-7840415"},"episode":{"title":"01. I Almost Quit Homeschooling My Kids Until I Found This One System","slug":"01-i-almost-quit-homeschooling-my-kids-until-i-found-this-one-system","published_at":"2026-05-01T23:01:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-working-homeschool-mom-routines-time-management-meal-planning-boundaries-7840415/01-i-almost-quit-homeschooling-my-kids-until-i-found-this-one-system","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-working-homeschool-mom-routines-time-management-meal-planning-boundaries-7840415","url":"https://simplifiedmomcoach.podbean.com/e/i-almost-quit-homeschooling-my-kids/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/8572i737i3d65vjq/Episode_1_-_I_Almost_Quit_Homeschooling_My_Kids_Until_I_Found_This_One_Systema9d85.mp3","summary":"Hi Mama! Do any of these sound familiar? Struggling to be present for your kids and productive in your business? Dread the moment the school books come out because you know your inbox is blowing up? Feel like you’re constantly drowning in the \"should-haves\" and \"could-haves\" of being a working homeschool mom? I’m pulling back the curtain on the day I almost quit homeschooling for good. We’ve all been there—standing in the kitchen, exhausted, and wondering how to balance business and homeschooling without failing at both. I’m walking you through the exact 3-step time-blocking system that took me from burnout to a peaceful and calm home. If you are a working homeschool mom ready to ditch the multitasking madness, this episode is for you. You’ll learn how to create a homeschool routine that actually works, including how to set a firm \"Hard Stop\" for lessons and how to create a Business Power Hour that moves the needle—so you can stop working nights and weekends and start finding the joy in your calling again! Join the Community: The Working Homeschool Mom Simplified Facebook Group – This is where we keep it real, support one another, and dive deeper into these routines. Webiste - The Simplified Mom Follow along for behind-the-scenes hacks and daily encouragement. Instagram Youtube Identify your biggest \"leak\": What is the one thing that always makes you snap? Is it the snacks? Or maybe it's the interruptions? Build a \"Yes\" System: Tell your kids today exactly what they can do the next time you need to focus. Set a Timer: Try a 10-Minute Reset after lunch today and notice how it clears your head. Share the Love: If this episode helped you stop the \"Mean Mom\" guilt, please leave a review and share it with a friend! Remember, you weren't meant to carry the weight of a chaoti…","meta_description":"Hi Mama! Do any of these sound familiar? Struggling to be present for your kids and productive in your business? 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