{"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":"03. You Don't Have a Boundary Problem, You Have a System Problem","slug":"03-you-don-t-have-a-boundary-problem-you-have-a-system-problem","published_at":"2026-05-05T07:22:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-working-homeschool-mom-routines-time-management-meal-planning-boundaries-7840415/03-you-don-t-have-a-boundary-problem-you-have-a-system-problem","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-working-homeschool-mom-routines-time-management-meal-planning-boundaries-7840415","url":"https://simplifiedmomcoach.podbean.com/e/you-have-a-system-problem/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/wjqxze2auq9qmee7/Episode_3_-_You_Don_t_Have_a_Boundary_Problem_You_Have_a_System_Problembrzhm.mp3","summary":"Have you ever felt like you’ve turned into the \"Mean Mom\"? The one who is constantly saying, \"Not right now,\" or \"Please, just let me work!\" You’ve tried setting boundaries, but by the time work starts, you’re already stressed, overwhelmed, and feeling like you’re failing at running a business, homeschooling, and mom life. In this episode, we’re digging into why those boundaries keep breaking. Here’s the truth: You don’t have a boundary problem. You have a systems problem. We are going to fix the systems in your day so you can stop being the “Mean Mom” and start being the fun, faith-filled mama you were called to be. Do you ever find yourself snapping at your kids and then immediately feeling that heavy weight of Mom-guilt? Are you trying to switch from \"Work Mode\" to \"Mom Mode\" in zero seconds? Is it possible that the \"interruption\" isn't actually your kids, but the laundry or the messy kitchen sink that’s draining your mental energy? Have I actually told my kids what they can do while I’m working, or am I just expecting them to read my mind? In this episode, I’m getting that exact moment I realized I was snapping at my kids simply because I was expecting them to respect a boundary I hadn’t built a system for. We dive into the \"Yes\" System, showing you how to replace the frantic \"please just let me work\" with a pre-approved list of independent activities that keep your kids occupied and your focus intact. I share why meal planning and Sunday Meal Prep are actually a \"logistics boundary\" that keeps you from being a short-order cook all day, and why the 5-Minute \"Hat Switch\" is the thing every working mom needs to transition from CEO to Mama without the stress. We also talk about using the 10-Minute Reset as a form of cleaning therapy to clear the physical clutter and t…","meta_description":"Have you ever felt like you’ve turned into the \"Mean Mom\"? 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