Hello and welcome back to another episode. Thanks for joining me today. In the studio I have Dr. Rosenna Bakari. She is the author of Seven Exits, Leave Behind What No Longer Serves You. You heard her on the podcast with me last week and we just ran out of time and had too much to talk about. You're getting episode two of this conversation because we had more to chat about Rosina.

• Show Notes:
• 00:00 Intro
• 02:49 The Inspiration Behind 'Seven Exits'
• 05:39 Empowerment vs. Feeling Better
• 08:49 The Importance of Self-Care for Mothers
• 11:38 Understanding Self-Centeredness vs. Selfishness
• 14:47 The Seven Exits Explained
• 17:47 Unconditional Love and Conditions
• 26:49 Embracing Discomfort
• 32:44 Understanding Silence and Secrecy
• 33:47 The Impact of Indoctrination
• 39:46 Finding Joy in Motherhood

Links:

Find Rosena on: Instagram,Facebook,Linkedin,YoutubeandTicTok

You can find her book Seven Exits on Amazon

Dr. Bakari is offering our listeners a special gift.

To receive it, simply email the word “homeschool” to offer@sevenexits.com.

You’ll receive an introduction to the Seven Exits homeschooling framework. The resource includes 52 essential affirmations for Eduparents, offering weekly grounding and encouragement rooted in empowerment.

• State Laws for homeschool
• Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs to help you feel like your most confident self. Use promo code: earrings at checkout for 10% off your first order!

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• Personal blog with family travel tips, homeschooling resources and the occasional DIY

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Hello, and welcome to another episode of Home School with Steph. Today in the studio, I have Dr. Rosina Bakhari. She is an educational psychologist, author, and empowerment expert. She built her career teaching pre-service teachers, but her journey took a powerful turn when she began to home school her two children while pursuing her PhD at the University of Northern Colorado.

• Show Notes:
• 02:02 The Decision to Homeschool
• 05:22 Understanding Unschooling
• 12:43 Socialization Myths
• 15:05 The Importance of Relationships
• 18:04 Balancing Education and Family Life
• 27:22 Pursuing a PhD While Homeschooling
• 33:01 Reflections on the Homeschooling Experience
  

Links:

Find Rosena on: Instagram, Facebook,Linkedin, Youtube and TicTok

You can find her book Seven Exits on Amazon

Special Offers:

Dr. Bakari is offering our listeners a special gift.

To receive it, simply email the word “homeschool” to offer@sevenexits.com.

You’ll receive an introduction to the Seven Exits homeschooling framework, designed to help parents trust themselves as educators for the remainder of the school year. The resource includes 52 essential affirmations for Eduparents, offering weekly grounding and encouragement rooted in empowerment—not pressure.

• State Laws for homeschool
• Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs to help you feel like your most confident self. Use promo code: earrings at checkout for 10% off your first order!

www.ivianaandco.com

• Personal blog with family travel tips, homeschooling resources and the occasional DIY

www.stephriosblog.com

Let’s connect!

Join me on Facebook: Iviana & Co

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Join me on Instagram: @ivianaandco

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~Steph

*I do make a small commission from amazon links as an amazon affiliate. No legal advice is being given in regards to homeschooling. Make sure to check your state laws and remain compliant with homeschool laws in your state

Hello and welcome back to another episode of Home School Stuff. Are you one of those moms who might get a little curious about other families and if they co-sleep or don't co-sleep, how that's worked for them and how do we get out of co-sleeping if we've started? If that topic is of curiosity to you or maybe you are going through a similar situation because you have young kiddos, this episode is for you.

• Show Notes:
• 00:00 Intro
• 02:59 The Co-Sleeping Journey Begins
• 05:48 Transitioning to Independent Sleep
• 08:44 Navigating Sleep Challenges
• 11:39 Closing the Co-Sleeping Chapter
• 14:26 Reflections on Motherhood and Sleep

Links:

• State Laws for homeschool

• Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs to help you feel like your most confident self. Use promo code: earrings at checkout for 10% off your first order!

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• Personal blog with family travel tips, homeschooling resources and the occasional DIY

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Today's guest is someone every mom who's ever worried about college cost or am I doing enough is going to love. If you're that mom who's worried about those college conversations, this episode is for you. Shelly is the founder of College Ready and a bestselling author of How to Send Your Student to College Without Losing Your Mind or Your Money. Two good things. She's helped hundreds of families navigate admissions, scholarships, and planning in a practical, encouraging way, starting as early as middle school so their kids can find the right path without drowning in debt. This conversation is packed with hope, clarity, and real strategy for parents who want to set their kids up well without the overwhelm. And yes, they are experts in helping homeschool kiddos navigate college admissions as well.

• Show Notes:
• 00:00 Intro
• 01:19 Navigating College Admissions for Homeschool Families
• 07:49 Empowering Students to Explore Their Future
• 18:22 Understanding the College Path and Financial Considerations
• 25:52 Understanding Hybrid Homeschooling
• 26:25 Navigating College Requirements
• 28:05 The Importance of College Preparation
• 33:21 Navigating College Admissions for Homeschool Families
• 34:36 The Perception of Homeschooling in College Admissions
• 35:24 What Colleges Really Want from Applicants
• 36:47 Exploring Tuition-Free College Options
• 37:53 The Changing Landscape of College Admissions
• 42:18 The Importance of Community and Resources
• 44:32 Avoiding Common Pitfalls in College Applications
• 46:52 Planning for College Success
• 49:59 Navigating College: A Resourceful Guide

Consider reading Shellee books:

• The College Admissions Plan Simplified - A Busy Parents P.L.A.N to a Debt-Free Degree.
• How to Send Your Student to College without Losing Your Mind, or Your Money.

• Try out her free digital Workbook

Links:

• State Laws for homeschool

• Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs to help you feel like your most confident self. Use promo code: earrings at checkout for 10% off your first order!

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• Personal blog with family travel tips, homeschooling resources and the occasional DIY

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*I do make a small commission from amazon links as an amazon affiliate. No legal advice is being given in regards to homeschooling. Make sure to check your state laws and remain compliant with homeschool laws in your state

Today's guest is someone who truly lives out learning through real life. And I think so many of you are going to see yourselves in her story. She's a homeschool and public school mom of four wildly creative kids. And her home sounds a lot like mine, full of messy projects, big ideas, lemonade stands, and kids streaming up businesses right in the playroom. Out of that everyday chaos and curiosity, she created the Society of Child Entrepreneurs. where she helps kids ages 6 through 17 launch real businesses while learning financial literacy, leadership, problem solving, and collaboration in a hands-on way. She is also the author of the Astra and Zeek Children's Book Series and creator of the Ignite in Power Lead Curriculum, all designed to make money, entrepreneurship, and leadership feel fun, approachable, and doable for families.

• Show Notes:
• 00:00 Intro
• 01:46 Navigating Homeschooling and Public Schooling
• 10:12 The Importance of Financial Literacy in Education
• 10:23 Founding the Society of Child Entrepreneurs
• 17:09 Entrepreneurship as a Life Skill
• 19:38 Children's Business Ventures and Creativity
• 21:55 The Power of Kids' Entrepreneurship
• 24:28 Building Confidence Through Failure
• 27:17 Learning Financial Responsibility Early
• 30:02 Balancing Work and Family Life
• 35:41 Teaching Life Skills Through Entrepreneurship
• 36:56 Introducing Astra and Zeke

Find Leah on :

• Instagram & Facebook
• Check out Leah's book: Sparks to Stars
• Her website: SoCE Circle

Links:

• State Laws for homeschool

• Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs to help you feel like your most confident self. Use promo code: earrings at checkout for 10% off your first order!

www.ivianaandco.com

• Personal blog with family travel tips, homeschooling resources and the occasional DIY

www.stephriosblog.com

Let’s connect!

Join me on Facebook: Iviana & Co

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Join me on Instagram: @ivianaandco

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Leave a review!

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~Steph

*I do make a small commission from amazon links as an amazon affiliate. No legal advice is being given in regards to homeschooling. Make sure to check your state laws and remain compliant with homeschool laws in your state

Today, I am joined by Dr. Ashley Rankin, a psychologist, coach and author of Tilly’s Toolbox for Big Emotions. Dr. Rankin brings a wealth of clinical and real life experience to families, helping parents teach emotional literacy in simple, accessible ways. We’re talking about why emotional skills matter just as much as reading and math, how parents can help their kids name negative feelings, and how Dr. Rankin’s new book places practical tools directly in our hands as educators and moms. This conversation is empowering and encouraging and full of real next steps you can use today.

• Show Notes:
• 01:01 The Importance of Emotional Skills in Education
• 01:06 Introduction to Homeschooling and Emotional Development
• 05:50 The Importance of Emotional Regulation in Education
• 10:10 Cultural Shifts in Emotional Awareness
• 13:37 The Connection Between Parent and Child Emotions
• 19:26 The Role of Connection in Effective Education
• 24:41 Challenges in the Public Education System
• 25:24 Diverse Educational Experiences
• 25:39 Introduction to Holiday Sparkle
• 26:05 Exclusive December Surprises
• 26:24 Introduction to Homeschooling and Emotional Development
• 26:25 Cultural Shifts in Emotional Awareness
• 26:25 Diverse Educational Experiences
• 28:58 Understanding Children's Emotions
• 32:28 The Importance of Emotional Regulation
• 36:27 Building Emotional Connections
• 40:19 Advice for Parents on Emotional Development
• 45:21 Navigating Big Emotions with Children
• 45:44 Building Confidence and Resilience in Kids

Links:

• Find her book Tilly's Toolbox for Big Emotions
• You can also find it on Amazon and Barns and Noble

State Laws for homeschool

• Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs to help you feel like your most confident self. Use promo code: earrings at checkout for 10% off your first order!

www.ivianaandco.com

• Personal blog with family travel tips, homeschooling resources and the occasional DIY

www.stephriosblog.com

Let’s connect!

Join me on Facebook: Iviana & Co

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Join me on Instagram: @ivianaandco

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Leave a review!

Did this podcast episode resonate with you? If you found it helpful and meaningful, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Also screenshot the episode and share it to your social network! I appreciate your support so much. Thank you!

~Steph

*I do make a small commission from amazon links as an amazon affiliate. No legal advice is being given in regards to homeschooling. Make sure to check your state laws and remain compliant with homeschool laws in your state

Motherhood is beautiful and it can also feel overwhelming, exhausting, and lonely. In this episode, I sit down with Brittany, a therapist who specializes in supporting women through every stage of motherhood, from family planning, infertility, and postpartum, to children with disabilities. We didn’t talk about that in this episode, but she is a great place for support in all aspects of motherhood. Brittany shares encouragement for moms who feel like they are failing. Strategies to manage anxiety and overwhelm and practical steps for navigating motherhood and the anxiety we feel around it. Whether you’re a new mom or you’ve had years in your journey of motherhood, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, supported and empowered.

• Show Notes:
• 00:00 Intro
• 00:55 Introduction to Motherhood and Mental Health
• 02:24 Brittany's Journey into Perinatal Therapy
• 04:58 The Isolation of Motherhood
• 07:50 The Pressure to Bounce Back
• 11:19 Recognizing the Need for Help
• 13:18 Preventing Mental Health Issues
• 16:28 Normalizing Therapy and Support
• 19:26 Letting Go of Control in Parenting
• 22:10 The Importance of Community Support in Motherhood
• 26:36 Overcoming Anxiety and Trusting Others
• 33:10 Reframing Mom Guilt
• 40:56 Taking Small Steps Towards Confidence and Joy
• 46:33 Welcoming Brittany: A Source of Wisdom
• 47:28 The Power of Confidence in Motherhood

Find Brittany on Instagram @ the.momchat

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• Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs to help you feel like your most confident self. Use promo code: earrings at checkout for 10% off your first order!

www.ivianaandco.com

• Personal blog with family travel tips, homeschooling resources and the occasional DIY

www.stephriosblog.com

Let’s connect!

Join me on Facebook: Iviana & Co

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Join me on Instagram: @ivianaandco

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Leave a review!

Did this podcast episode resonate with you? If you found it helpful and meaningful, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Also screenshot the episode and share it to your social network! I appreciate your support so much. Thank you!

~Steph

*I do make a small commission from amazon links as an amazon affiliate. No legal advice is being given in regards to homeschooling. Make sure to check your state laws and remain compliant with homeschool laws in your state

Hello. Welcome back. Thanks for joining me again. Okay. Today's episode is going to be quick. No fluff, no intro, we're just going to get to the point.

• Show Notes:
• 00:00 Intro
• 5:37 The Impact of Digital Tools on Family Dynamics
• 05:38 Introduction to Personal Passion and Jewelry Design
• 06:51 Embracing Change in Planning
• 11:30 The Impact of Digital Tools on Family Dynamics
• 12:44 Building Confidence in Everyday Style
• 13:13 Rediscovering Your Personal Style

Links:

• State Laws for homeschool

• Check out my jewelry. Fun & feminine designs to help you feel like your most confident self. Use promo code: earrings at checkout for 10% off your first order!

www.ivianaandco.com

• Personal blog with family travel tips, homeschooling resources and the occasional DIY

www.stephriosblog.com

Let’s connect!

Join me on Facebook: Iviana & Co

Steph Rios Blog

Join me on Instagram: @ivianaandco

@stephriosblog

Leave a review!

Did this podcast episode resonate with you? If you found it helpful and meaningful, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Also screenshot the episode and share it to your social network! I appreciate your support so much. Thank you!

~Steph

*I do make a small commission from amazon links as an amazon affiliate. No legal advice is being given in regards to homeschooling. Make sure to check your state laws and remain compliant with homeschool laws in your state