Outnumbered

Does your home run smoothly like a well oiled machine?  Bonnie and Audrey have TONS of experience to share about managing your home so it runs smoothly and feels like a home!  We help you identify what's working and what's not, and then give tips and tools for fixing the problems.  The 2 main tools we focus on in this episode are schedules, systems and routines. Follow us on Instagram Support the podcast on Patreon Mentioned in the spisode:  Productivity Boot Camp Monday Hour 1 Kids and Chores Kids and Laundry Kids and Toy Management Cheaper by the Dozen and Belles on their Toes books   Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE!

We live in tumultuous times and find ourselves regularly trying to explain global pandemics, violence, natural disasters and more to our young and innocent children. It's natural that our kids will have experiences of loss that will cause them to grieve. So how to we prepare them ahead of time and guide them through these big and overwhelming emotions? In this episode, we'll guide you through what every parent's two main jobs are in assisting our children through the grieving process. We'll talk about how to prepare toddlers to teens for the scary events of life without causing needless worry or anxiety. It's a big topic, but we promise it's one you'll enjoy learning about!   Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE!

Puberty...In this episode we discuss 5 major changes children go through during transformation to adulthood.  Physical changes, hormones, mental changes, emotional changes and spirituality during puberty are all discussed.  Listen to this episode so you're prepared to help your child go through this major life experience. Mentioned in this episode: Great article on hormonal changes in the brain The Care and Keeping of You body book for younger girls The Care and Keeping of You body book for older girls Episode 19: Talking to Kids about Sex Episode 33: Mom Brain Episode 43: Raising Boys in the Modern Society Episode 44: Raising Girls in the Modern Society Episode 64: Body Image Issues    Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE!

Have you wished you could push a reset button?  Create your own new normal?  In this episode, we teach you how to create a new normal in 5 different areas; emotional, physical, interpersonal relationships, financial and with your health.  If you've been looking for a way to keep the benefits you discovered in quarantine, here's your chance on learning how. Mentioned in this episode: Productivity  Boot Camp Budget Boot Camp Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud and John Townsend Episode 70 with Centsai Financial Episode 65 - Homeschool Obstacles Episode 25 - How to Afford Kids YNAB (You Need a Budget)    Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE!

For better or for worse, we all have extended family members! Raising your own children can be wonderful with the support of grandparents, aunts, uncles, siblings and more yet creating boundaries is essential if we want to be intentional parents with our children's best interests at heart. Join us as we explore various sticky family situations including: how to set limits with loving family members, how to invite extended family members to be more involved in our lives and how to deal when we don't have any extended family to speak of.   Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE!

Have you ever asked yourself the question, "What should I wear?" or "Why should I even get dressed today?"  We asked those questions to Marla Ryan, managing director of Motherhood Maternity, Pea in the Pod and Destination Maternity.  Her answers and thoughts are ones EVERY woman needs to hear! Use the code outnumbered to take $10 off a $50 order! Mentioned in this episode: Motherhood Maternity 5 product kits #mhjuggle campaign Motherhood Maternity on Instagram Motherhood Maternity on Facebook Motherhood Maternity IGTV exercise videos Pea in the Pod on Facebook Pea in the Pod on Instagram    Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE!

This year has been bizarre, scary and full of the unexpected...and there's no end in sight! If you're feeling overwhelmed and emotionally tapped out, we're here for you and we've got lots of ideas to help you and your family stay positive. We heard all your requests for wholesome activity ideas and compiled them into this episode all about surviving and thriving all summer long. So, regardless of what happens outside of your home, you and your children will have exciting and, dare we say it, educational opportunities for growth and fun. Check out our list of activities below to get you started! Outdoor ideas: camping, boating or playing at a lake or river, hiking, picnic in the backyard, treasure hunt at the park, nature walk in a new neighborhood, playing in sprinkler, chalk art, painting rocks. Indoor ideas: forts in the living room, making snacks together, making and delivering goodies to neighbors, packing up lunches for the homeless, sewing or craft project, acting out your favorite book, writing a play,

In this episode, Bonnie & Audrey visit with Heather of Alpine Baby Company.  She shares the ins and outs of running her business including what parts she controls and what parts she outsources.  We also chat about her amazing family farm and building their house while living in a tiny barn and how she manages it all.  And then she shares her heart about why she's willing to endure hypermesis gravidarum, extreme pregnancy sickness.   Mentioned in this episode: Alpine Baby Co shop Alpine Baby Co on Instagram    Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE!

During this crazy, chaotic time of global pandemic, so many of us have been ruminating on the things that matter most. If you've come out of this quarantine with a firm determination to live your life differently than before, this is the episode for you! We're talking about how to get our priorities in alignment with our most precious values and how to communicate them to the people we love most. We also discuss how to stand our ground when it seems like the entire world is determined to change our minds! Resources:Intentional Parenting (Episode 12)The Untrue Yes by Live Free Creative CoBoundaries (book)   Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE!

In this episode, we share our conversation with Dan & Kay of Centsai Financial.  They guide us through short and long term financial advice.  This topic is relevant for both dificult times of financial hardship, and normal everyday times.  We love their advice on avoiding making financial decisions based on external conditions or internal fears/anxiety. Mentioned in this episode: Centsai Financial courses Financial Friday newsletter Mint.com  Centsai Financial on Instagram   Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE!  

What is circle time?  For us, circle time is connection time.  In this episode we discuss WHAT circle time means to us, WHEN we fit it in, WHY this time is a priority for us, and share tips on HOW to implement it. Then we share what our current cirle time looks like! Mentioned in this episode: Shel Silverstein poems Paint marker stamps Slime kit Flying Creatures science book Audubon Birds page-a-day calendar ebird.org Good quality microscope    Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE!

We're opening up about the one major mindset shift we recommend to every new (or reluctant) homeschooling mama: focus on the child, instead of the educational material! We offer some background into what this mindset looks like, why this shift in thinking is so crucial and how to implement it in your home, whether you plan to homeschool long-term or just want to be able to effectively help your children with homework and lifelong learning. Resources:The Baby Is the Lesson articleCathy DuffyMyers Briggs Personality ProfileEnneagram Personality Profile16 personality types5 Love Languages of Children (book)    Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE!

Grace vs Excuse, sound complicated, right?  Nope!  In this episode, we discuss grace vs excuse in ourselves, teaching it to our children, and using and dealing with it in others.  We're really excited to offer you this encouraging and uplifting episode. Recommendations: Episode 52 Goalsetting for Moms Episode 56 Goalsetting for Kids Brene Brown blame animation Brene Brown books Brene Brown videos    Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE!  

Welcome back! We're thrilled to bring you a very special guest today: Rachel Nielson, host of the super successful podcast 3 in 30: Takeaways for Moms.  Rachel helps tens of thousands of mothers every week feel confident and joyful in their attempts at motherhood and we loved hearing firsthand from her wisdom. Today she's taking us inside her own motherhood journey during this time of stress and quarantine due to the COVID-19 epidemic.  We know you'll appreciate her loving and gentle suggestions, just as much as we do. You can find Rachel on any podcast app by searching "3 in 30" as well as on her website and on Instagram @3in30podcast. Rachel's Takeaways1. Don't judge yourself. Stay curious about your thoughts and motivation.2. Do what you love with your kids. Explore everyone's strengths.3. Set timers to help with focus and setting time boundaries. Dr. Jennifer Finlayson Fife  was mentioned as one of Rachel's favorite mentors.   Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekl

If you're having difficulty overcoming homeschool obstacles, you need this episode!  Bonnie & Audrey discuss teh 7 main obstacles parents are faced with when homeschooling.  They offer helpful advice and their tried and true tips from their 35+ years combined homeschooling experience with each of their 9 kids. #1 Obstacle - Lack of Time #2 Obstacle - Kids won't listen #3 Obstacle - Lack of patience #4 Obstacle - Lack of energy #5 Obstacle - Lack of money #6 Obstacle - Lack of support  #7 Obstacle - Lack of socialization Mentioned in this episode: Episode 12 - Intentional Parenting Episode 25 - How to Afford Kids  Episode 26 - Interview with guest Rachel Kovac Bonnie's blog post on how to know if it's right for you Bonnie's blog post on the biggest gift of homeschool Bonnie's video on her daily homeschool schedule   Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE!

Being a mom takes a HUGE toll on our bodies, from bearing and birthing babies, to breastfeeding, to just caring for children in general. Women tend to suffer much more often than men from the effect of unrealistic societal expectations for our bodies; add in the physical strain from bearing children and it's the perfect storm for self-loathing! Today's episode will take you inside the 5 most common reasons WHY we moms struggle with loving and accepting our bodies, as well as 5 tips for overcoming this propensity for self-criticism. Our bodies are amazing and are meant to come in many shapes and sizes! We just need the tools to find gratitude and appreciation for our unique shapes. Resources:Episode 50: Fitness for Every MomLive Free Creative Episode on ComparisonWardrobe Architect Series from Colette BlogBeauty Redefined

In this episode, Bonnie & Audrey discuss how to prepare for the unexpected.  It's better to be prepared for a disaster than to be caught unawares.  We discuss three ways to prepare Physically food shelter clothing leaving your home when necessary  2. psychologically preparing your mind helping those you can influence the psyche of the masses 3. Spiritual preparedness In light of the recent COVID-19 pandemic, and many other disasters worldwide, this episode is intended to help you feel confident about whatever might come your way. Resources mentioned in this episode: Penguin Patrons video Jordan Page Emergency Preparedness & Food Storage Post Life Straw (personal water purifier) Shelf stable cheese snacks Food Storage Made Easy site Bonnie's favorite whole grain bread recipe Episode 34 - Kids & Emergencies    Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE!

Today's guest is Mary Jordan, a homeschooling mom of 4 kids and one of Bonnie's close personal friends. Mary shares her heartbreaking and beautiful story of infertility including adoption, foster care, IVF and more, as well as some fantastic tips for taking charge of your household. If your role as a mom seems boring or uninspiring, Mary's take on life and motherhood will motivate you and make you cheer! We know you'll love her advice and attitude as much as we do. Follow along on Mary's parenting and IVF pregnancy journey via Instagram @somejordangoodnessTransforming the Difficult Child by Howard Glasser and Jennifer EasleyThe Child Whisperer by Carol TuttleParenting with Love & Logic by Foster Cline & Jim FayWild at Heart by John Eldredge   Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE!

Having quiet, alone time is essential to every parent's sanity and happiness but what to do when you've got needy kids who won't let you leave? Today's episode is a deep dive on how to handle kids who tend to experience separation anxiety. It's developmentally appropriate for children to both miss mom AND to have time away from her, so spending time apart is essential for everyone's health! Take a listen and then hop over on Instagram and let us know how YOU and your children cope with anxiety over being separated. Recommendation:Read this if you have concerns about an abnormal amount of separation anxiety Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE!

Ewww!  Parasites in kids, who wants to discuss that?  But we feel this is really important information for parents to have for the benefit of their kids health.   In this episode, we discuss some general information about what are parasites anyway?  How we get them, sources of infection, symptoms of parasites, how to get rid of them, and maintaining a parasite free life.  It's not the most fun subject, but we think you'll be glad you listened! Mentioned in this episode: Episode 27: Mother's Intuition Episode 41: Potty Training Humaworm Paragone for kids Chewable parasite cleanse for kids Wormwood tincture Helpful parasite website with different cleanse reviews Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE!