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
103 - 20 Ways to Reset the Moment on Hard Homeschool Days
Even the most beautiful homeschool days have a behind-the-scenes mess. In this episode, Maeve shares 20 practical, doable ways to reset the moment and turn around hard homeschool days—with faith, humor, and a healthy dose of realism (and maybe a little wine at the end).
You’ll hear:
- Why praying in front of your kids matters
- The power of Holy Spirit hugs (yes, they’re a thing)
- Simple resets that work for preschoolers through high school
- Why struggling doesn’t mean you’re failing—it means you’re doing it right
✨ 20 Ways to Reset the Moment
- Pray in front of your children
- Holy Spirit hugs (6+ seconds!)
- Take a nature walk
- Go outside and sit on a blanket
- Quit the thing that’s causing the meltdown
- Deep breathing (5-7-8)
- Play a favorite song or praise music
- Read a picture book aloud
- Quiet time (for kids and mom)
- Lock yourself away and cry it out
- Hands-on tasks (Play-Doh, Legos, baking, organizing)
- Quiet reading time
- Refreshments or ritual tea time
- Puzzle time or creative work
- Draw or color
- Tell a joke or read a joke book
- Read a poem aloud
- Call your spouse and vent
- “Send them to the principal” (aka Dad)
- Plan a field trip
Bonus: Simple reward systems work wonders
🔗 Links & Resources
- Episode page + printable list: maevejemison.com/103
- Photographer mentioned: Shey Marin
(Perfect for DC cherry blossom sessions — tell her Maeve & Matt sent you) - Join the Homeschooling for Catholic Parents Facebook group (to see the legendary Christmas card!)
Isn't it hard to find Catholic friends?! I've got a solution. Hop on over to the Homeschooling for Catholic Parents Facebook community. Where we share about apologetics, homeschooling, and family life!
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