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Navigating Hormones While Homeschooling: Supporting Moms and Teens Through Big Changes with Monica Swanson
Description
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.
What you’ll discover:
1. Navigating perimenopause as a homeschool mom
2. Helping teens through hormonal changes
3. Staying spiritually grounded in hard seasons
4. Fun, practical ways to connect in the chaos
5. "Don't be silent, don't suffer quietly. Talk to somebody and talk to your husband."
Recommended Resources:
- Monica Swanson Podcast
- Raising Amazing, by Monica Swanson
- Boy Mom, by Monica Swanson
- Becoming Homeschoolers, by Monica Swanson
- Character Training Course
- Women’s Wellness Series
- 3 Day Homeschool Reset
- 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
Chapters:
02:39 Homeschooling Happens in Real Life
02:54 Navigating Perimenopause While Homeschooling
04:11 I Wasn't Prepared! Nobody Talked About Perimenopause
06:17 Perimenopause and Frozen Shoulder
07:31 Perimenopause and Rising Divorce Rates
08:40 Navigating Teenage Hormones and Homeschooling
09:42 Our Teens Need Our Love and Support
10:03 Physical Activity is Crucial for Kids' Mental Health and Development
14:09 How Can We Turn Conflicts Into Opportunities to Connect With Our Kids?
14:28 Using Activity as an Opportunity for Connection and Conflict Resolution
17:06 Practical Advice for Staying Calm During Conflict
21:25 Practical Tips for Managing Perimenopause/Menopause
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