Episodes

Sibling Rivalry – 10 Solutions That Work! If you have more one child you have experienced sibling rivalry. One or more of the children feels slighted in some way. Either they don’t think things are “fair” or they feel that the other child is getting more attention. Either way, there is an issue that parents need to address for their own sanity! I do know that there are some ways I’ve been able to deal with children who continuously fight for attention. I felt that from one year to the next or e...

National Homeschool Day Episode 331 The National Homeschool Day is an annual event that helps bring parents together. The main information deals with reaching the hearts and homes of homeschool parents. National homeschool day focuses on welcoming homeschool leaders and learners Online streaming event with talks that are prerecorded so you can listen on your time. You can visit NationalHomeschoolDay and register to participate. You can listen to these on your time. This year it will land on...

Teens and Moms Communicating Episode 329 I love my teens! Teens and moms have a sacred relationship – or we should! Our babies are growing up! While it is exciting to watch our children grow and mature, it is also a scary thought. If you have little kids please do not skip this episode. I believe you’ll receive good information that you can begin using today, no matter what your children’s ages. I’ve been through this a few times, five to be exact. So, you can say I have some experience with t...

Three Homeschool Curriculum Essentials with Tyler Hogan Episode 328 It is a fact that every homeschool needs curriculum essentials and in this podcast, we will discuss some books that will help you with your homeschool! Tyler Hogan is a homeschool graduate, homeschool dad and now President of Bright Ideas Press. Today, Tyler joins Felice Gerwitz and shares some important information homeschool parents need to know, three books that are curriculum essentials. Tyler enjoyed his homeschool journ...

Everlasting Love ~ Episode 327 Love that is everlasting is something we all crave. In family life, we sometimes miss the forest because the trees get in the way. In this podcast, we cover ways to have a family that is filled with grace and love! Thanks to our sponsor The Christian Standard Bible! Check out more on CSBible.com ~ we so appreciate our sponsors. I believe all moms hope and pray that their children understand how much we love them. So much of our day when they are little is making...

Parenting Secrets Episode 326 Parenting doesn’t come with a manual—but some things really do help. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re doing enough, saying the right thing, or helping your kids grow in the right direction, this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen to This Episode Want the encouragement and practical takeaways in audio form? Press play and listen while you fold laundry, drive, or reset your homeschool day. New Here? If you’re looking for practical homeschool parenting encouragem...

Faith Building Activities Episode 325 Having fun and learning while teaching the faith, yes! Faith building activities are discussed as well as ways to help your children see the spiritual connection between faith and the Bible. Thanks to our sponsor the Christian Standard Bible – please check them out and sign up for their free information at CSBible.com – our sponsors are so important to our network and help us to pay the bills. Praise God for them, and we are blessed to have such a wonderfu...

Teaching The Bible To Kids Episode 324 The Bible is important in a Christian’s life, but teaching the Bible to kids is sometimes difficult. In this episode, we cover some suggestions on getting the most out of your study and engage your children. Thanks to our sponsor CSBible.com (The Christian Standard Bible) and easy to understand translation. Visit their website to learn more. (Hint: this is a great Bible to use when teaching the Bible to kids.) My fondest memories with my grandmother revo...

Lifeschooling — Episode #323 In this episode, we talk about lifeschooling with podcaster Daniele Papageorgiou. She’ll explain what it means to teach your children in a manner that is natural and allows you to discover your children’s strengths and develop them in your family. Special guest Daniele (pronounced “De-Neal”) Papageorgiou is a podcaster on the Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network! You can find her show here. She podcasts about Lifeschooling. That is the topic we’ll discuss today. She a...

Top Three Reasons For Online Classes with Special Guest Tina Piper Episode 322 Have you considered online classes and were not sure about the benefits? In this episode, I interview a special guest, Tina Piper with LumaLearn.com. Come listen to learn the top benefits and meet Tina. Thanks to our sponsor LumaLearn.com Luma Learn is a market place for homeschoolers to learn as well as for teachers to teach classes! This is a wonderful online forum that has options for the homeschool family. Chec...

Technology Hacks with Meryl van der Merwe Episode 321 As a young mom, I was into saving time, as much time as I possibly could. If you know shortcuts who would not use them? In this interview, I have a technology expert and the podcaster of Technology in the Homeschool. Be sure to check out her podcast for more technology hacks! Look for Meryl’s website here: FundaFundaAcademy.com Here are a few of her podcasts on this network! Tech Toys and Games This podcast gives suggestions on finding go...

Homeschooling with Vision and Purpose Episode 320 It is often said that homeschooling is not for the faint-hearted. Homeschooling with Vision and Purpose is the topic of today’s podcast with a very special guest and new podcaster at the Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network, Lisa Nehring. She will share her vision and you will learn more about the True North Academy as well. Welcome to Lisa Nehring with True North Academy – Need help with your vision & purpose? Contact True North Homeschool Academ...

New Year Goals & Check Ups Episode 319 New Year goals and resolutions are easy to make but not easy to keep. So many times we make our schedules without any wiggle room and the new year is the best time to look at our schedules and realign them with our newly made goals. No goals or resolutions, yet? Don’t worry—in today’s episode, I share some suggestions to get your New Year off to a great start! Planning has never been my strongest gift. Let me rephrase this, planning on paper has never bee...

New Year’s Eve Family Fun Episode 318 New Year’s Eve is the perfect time to make resolutions for the new year and share them with your family. In this episode, we explore ways to make New Year’s Eve memorable. New Year’s Eve is associated with parties and festivities but with family, the ideas will be more in keeping with what really matters! With New Years Day approaching it is fun to make a New Year’s Resolution and prepare with your children ahead of time. Help children think about New Yea...

Christmas Eve Tradition–Episode 317 Christmas Eve traditions have changed through the years, but the coming of Christmas morning keeps us in joyful hope and expectation each day! In this episode Felice shares some of her most treasured family traditions. When you watch movies they always show Christmas eve traditions which typically center around reading the book or celebrating a memory year after year with your family that is something they look forward to or something they remember with fond...

Christ-Focused Living with Kendra Fletcher Episode 316 Join Felice Gerwitz and Kendra Fletcher as they discuss what’s important in life, growing, changing and most important learning from our past mistakes. Kendra is a long time homeschool mom, past co-podcaster with her husband Fletch on HomeschoolingIRL on this network and author of several books, including Leaving Legalism. Kendra shares how they: Lived in a legalistic community Emerged from this community to find grace and healing Renew...

Artificial Intelligence 314 Artificial Intelligence is something we are all aware of and either it is with excitement or fear! Thanks to today’s sponsored interview – ReadyAI.org — and the featured product is All-In-A-Box home package! You can try it for free for thirty-days in your own home. Visit this special homeschool page here for more information. Artificial Intelligence (AI) why is this important? This is an investment every parent should make: As parents and teachers, we do have an i...

Best Kid Gifts – Episode 313 The best kid gifts are ones they would never select for themselves! Truthfully. Often kids think they know what they’d like to receive and with these simple steps you can have a wonderful celebration, no matter what the time of year without breaking the bank. Thanks to our sponsors – The Truth Seekers Mystery Series – brought to you by Media Angels, Inc. Currently free shipping on Prime – not sure how long it will last! Okay friends, it is time to look at how you ...

Diets Do Work – Episode 312 After six weeks on an elimination diet I am here to report, that diets do work! It was not easy, in fact giving up coffee for that long was a big sacrifice but the results were amazing and I can’t wait to share details in this episode of Vintage Homeschool Moms! Thanks to our sponsor Heirloom Audios and the amazing Membership Site – GiveTheAdventure.com I am here to report the amazing results on my slow-and-steady diet! I lost 15lbs of the 20 I wanted to lose. And l...

Countdown to Christmas Planning Episode 310 The countdown to Christmas can be a wonderful and blessed time, especially if we make a plan that this year will be different. The stress and harried approach is now in the past and we are going to do this with prayer and the grace that comes only from God! In this episode Felice shares some of her secrets to getting it down with plenty of time to spare. Our sponsor — Heirloom Audios. Lasting value and spiritual benefits — Christian history – audio ad...

Holiday Games and Fun — Just in time for the Holidays! Episode 309 Fun games? Yes, please. How about holiday games? It’s that time of the year! The holidays are around the corner and it is best to think about keeping the kids occupied at busy family events. Here are some suggestions, more on this episode as well. Have fun with your family this holiday season. Thanks to our sponsor Heirloom Audios – check out this wonderful interview here. Holiday Games with little prep: Would you rather game: ...

5 Ways To Prevent Writing Meltdowns Episode 308 Do you need 5 ways to prevent writing meltdown? This podcast provides helpful tips. Your children may not be enthusiastic about writing, but the goal of this podcast is to allow them to appreciate and understand the writing process. Kim explains why so many children don’t like to write—and why the act of writing is the cause of many tears. She also shares five practical ways to prevent writing meltdowns, and offers advice on teaching your kids to ...

Best Tips For Great Stress Free Cooking and Meals: Episode: 306 Are you ready to cut down on your planning and cooking time with the best tips for great meals? I have a great insider’s secret to share with you, and you’ll love it! And, as a bonus, I’ve added some great tips for seasonal cooking and this will save you money. As we celebrate our 5th Birthday of the Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network please join we as we thank our wonderful sponsors! And, please visit all the amazing Ultimate Hom...

Stress Busters For Mom – Episode 305 Everyone needs some stress busters for mom because stress results in many things but often it is a feeling of losing control — we lack control to manage our kids our schedules are overcrowded and we feel we can’t do it all. In this episode, we will look at ways stress can rob you of peace and joy — even your health! Each day we can take charge with these stress busters for mom. Here are a few tips to help you in your day-to-day travels as well as six points...