HER HOME & HEART / Simplifying Routines for Overwhelmed Christian Homeschool Moms Seeking Peace and Joy
Simplifying Routines for Overwhelmed Christian Homeschool Moms Seeking Peace and Joy
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Do you ever feel like your days are a whirlwind of lesson plans, laundry, and "Mom, can you help me?" moments?
You're juggling homeschooling, faith, and the everyday chaos of motherhood — and sometimes, it can feel overwhelming, especially when life doesn’t look as “perfect” as you imagined.
But what if you could simplify your routines, reduce the chaos, and build a joyful, faith-filled home that nurtures your family's heart?
This podcast is for you, mama!
I'm Katie Keene — Christian homeschool mom of 5, lover of simple systems, and passionate about helping moms create peaceful homes rooted in faith. Each week, I’ll share practical tips, Biblical encouragement, and real-life rhythms to help you thrive — not just survive — as you balance homeschooling, homemaking, and heart work.
We embrace a love-of-learning lifestyle inspired by heart-centered homeschooling methods like Charlotte Mason, Unschooling, Classical, Special Needs homeschooling, and peaceful eclectic approaches — always adapted to fit your unique family and season.
If you're ready to ditch overwhelm, embrace grace, and build a homeschool and home life you love (without losing your joy), you're in the right place.
🎙️ Press play, grab your tea, and let’s create simpler, happier days together.
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- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 22 minutes
- Episodes
- 318
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
“I’m Tired of Yelling. I Just Want to Be the Mom God Made Me to Be”: Tools for Peaceful Parenting // 318
Hey friend— This one’s tender. Because even though I’m not naturally a yeller, I’ve had seasons where the pressure, the noise, the responsibilities… it all just spilled over. And I’d snap. But the sh…
“I Feel Like I'm the Only One Doing Everything”: Reset Your Chore System So the Kids Actually Help // 317
Do you ever feel like you’re the only one doing everything—again?
You’ve even tried chore charts. You’ve talked, asked, begged.
But somehow… the crumbs are still there. The socks multiply. And no one e…
“Everything Is Loud. I Can’t Think. I Feel Paralyzed”: Simple Tools for Peace in a Noisy, Overwhelming Home// 316
Does your brain ever feel like it’s buzzing before you’ve even had your coffee?
If your homeschool days are filled with noise, clutter, constant motion, and mental overwhelm, and your inner world feel…
“I Love Homeschooling, But I Hate the Way Our Days Feel”: Build a Daily Rhythm That Actually Works // 315
Ever feel like no matter how hard you try, you’re still behind in your homeschool day? You’re juggling all the moving parts of family life—yet the to-do list grows and the peace you imagined seems ou…
"I’m Always Behind—No Matter How Hard I Try": Gentle Habits for Family and Homeschool Peace // 314
Have you ever looked at the clock at 2:00 PM and realized—yet again—you haven’t started math? You’re doing all the things, but nothing ever feels like enough.
I’ve been there. I was juggling medical a…
3 Secrets of Good Habits: A Simple Charlotte Mason Principle That Makes Homeschooling and Family Life Easier and Happier (Summer Throwback) // 313
Ever feel like your homeschool days are barely held together by coffee and duct tape? I’ve been there. And I’ve discovered something that changed everything: the foundation of peace and progress isn’…
The Notebook That Helped Me Survive Overwhelm — A Simple System for Peaceful Days (Summer Throwback) // 312
If you’ve ever felt completely overwhelmed by motherhood—juggling appointments, trying to homeschool, and holding everything together without help—this episode is for you. In this Summer Throwback, I…
3 Simple Hacks to Make Summer Outings Easier (Summer Throwback) // 311
If you’ve ever found yourself scrambling to pack the car while the kids melt down and the clock ticks louder, you are sonot the only one. I’ve lived through the stress of prepping for family outings—…
Batch Like a Boss Mom: 6 Stress Free Cooking Tips That Save Time and Sanity (Summer Throwback) // 310
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed at dinnertime? Whether you're homeschooling, managing special diets, or just trying to feed your family without losing your mind—this Summer Throwback episode is …
The HOT Decluttering Shortcut Guilt Told You Not to Take (But It’s So Worth It) // 309
This quick story might change the way you think about decluttering forever.
In today’s Pouring Out the Heart of It, I share what happened when I let someone else take over a mess—right in the middle o…
Pantry Overwhelm to Mealtime Sanity: An Easy Declutter Reset for Busy Moms Seeking Peace // 308
Have you ever walked into your kitchen and felt like it was yelling at you? Overflowing snack bins, forgotten leftovers, and no plan for dinner? I’ve been there too, and in today’s episode, I’m bring…
What If Decluttering Is a Faithful Act of Obedience for a Busy Christian Homeschool Mom? (Pouring Out the Heart of It – Ep. 307)
As I’ve been sorting and decluttering—bags to donate, projects to release, spaces to breathe again—God’s been whispering something deeper:
Letting go is not just about organizing. It’s about obeying.
M…
Clutter, Chaos, and Christ: How Letting Go Makes Room for Peace and Presence as a Busy Mom // 306
Have you ever tried to sit down with your Bible or spend a quiet moment with God—only to feel the chaos of your cluttered home crowd out the peace you long for?
In today’s episode, I’m sharing a small…
When Decluttering Feels Like Letting Go of Dreams // 305
Have you ever sat on the floor, surrounded by keepsakes, and felt like letting go meant giving up on the dreams you once had for your family?
This bonus episode, Pouring Out the Heart of It, is a gent…
The 3 Biggest Lies Moms Believe About Decluttering (And How to Simply Break Free) // 304
Have you ever said, “I might need it someday…” or “I just need to organize better…” or felt like you had to declutter your entire home in one overwhelming push?
You're not the only one—and those belie…
Foggy, Snappy, or Always Behind? 3 QUICK Decluttering Steps to Help Busy Overwhelmed Moms Feel Peace Again // 303
Ever find yourself cleaning the same corner over and over—only to feel more behind, not better?
You’re not imagining it. Clutter isn’t just stuff—it’s a silent stressor. And if you’ve been feeling fog…
Dump & Delegate: How To Lighten the Hidden Mental Load for Christian Homeschool or Special Needs Mothers // 302
Do you ever walk into a room and forget why you’re there—because your brain is juggling 35 invisible tabs at once?
In Episode 302 of Her Home and Heart, we’re unpacking the mental and emotional load t…
Homeschooling Through Grief, Burnout, or Special Needs? Simple Routines to Help You Stabilize // 301
Hard seasons change everything—including how we homeschool. Whether you're navigating long-term special needs, grief, trauma recovery, or sheer exhaustion, this episode offers simple, flexible routin…
Why I Let Go of My Ideal Self and Rebuilt Rhythms for Real-Life Homeschooling and Parenting // 300
Are you building your homeschool and daily life around a version of yourself that doesn’t even exist right now?
In this heartfelt 300th episode of Her Home and Heart, I share what it really looks like…
Your 3 Daily Anchors for a Peaceful Homeschool and Motherhood Rhythm // 299
Feeling like your homeschool or motherhood rhythm is slipping through the cracks? In this episode, I share the 3 daily anchors that have brought lasting peace, clarity, and confidence into my days—es…