Homeschooling For Catholic Parents
You’re wondering if homeschooling is for you. But your inner critic is telling you you’re not enough. How can I teach my kid when we can’t get through homework without tears and yelling? How would the daily routine look? What curriculum will you use? Your house is already a wreck. You don’t want to feel isolated, like you’re on an island where everyone wears long dresses and raises goats. Plus, aren’t homeschoolers weird?
I am so excited you're here! This podcast will give you peace of mind as you raise successful adults who understand their Catholic faith and how to defend it. I’ll help you find the routine that works for you, you’ll still have community, if that’s what you want, and even a clean, organized home is possible (sometimes).
I’m Maeve Jemison, and I host this pod with my handsome husband, Mat. We’re Catholics who prioritize worship and apologetics through our homeschool journey with our five kids.
I’ve made many mistakes along the way. As a young adult, I left the Catholic church because I didn't understand what was going on. I was a government school graduate and high school teacher so I thought homeschooling meant replicating government school at home. (I was wayyyy off!)
When I finally learned the depths and truths of Catholicism, I was adamant that I would teach my little cradle Catholics about the history and beauty of the religion that Jesus started. No way would my kids be as oblivious as I was. Our homeschooling became a delightful adventure, with the Lord guiding us in tailoring our children’s education. I knew I had found my calling!
If you’re ready to thrive as the domestic church through worship, apologetics and homeschooling, then this podcast is for you!
Thanks for stopping by because home is where the truth is!
Homeschooling For Catholic Parents
56 - Tips For Meaningful Conversations For all Ages
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Can your kids come to you about anything? Even Sex, drugs, and Gangsta Rap?
Our own upbringing lacked in-depth parental guidance on certain topics, which led us to learn from less reliable sources. As homeschool parents, we get to be the primary source of information for our children, ensuring they come to us with their questions instead of relying on peers or the internet.
In this episode, we dive into the importance of meaningful conversations and how to foster them at all ages. We discuss practical tips on cultivating meaningful discussions within the family, especially during meals. We share several strategies for keeping discussions engaging, even for young children.
We also touch on the importance of being open to any questions from our kids and offering them honest, age-appropriate answers, even if the topics are tough. Additionally, we discuss some useful books that help tackle difficult subjects like sex and drugs with kids.
Books Mentioned:
Before I was Born, God's Design For Sex
The Talks, A Parent's Guide to Critical Conversations about Sex, Dating, and Other Unmentionables
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