Home(school) with Steph

Stephany Rios
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Hi, I'm Steph. I grew up going to public school and with parents who punched a time clock. I never thought I'd take a different path. Then my high school sweetheart husband dropped out of college and pursued entrepreneurship and a series of circumstances made me reluctant to put my oldest child in public school. Now, I'm a homeschooling mom of 5, a former RN turned jewelry designer & small business owner. I'm sharing everything you need to know when it comes to raising children, homeschooling, motherhood and more.

  1. 6d ago

    89: Why Your Child's ADHD Symptoms Might Be Signals, Not Just a Diagnosis with Dana Kay

    In this episode, Stephany sits down with Dana Kay — board-certified health and nutrition practitioner, two-time international best-selling author, and founder of the ADHD Thrive Institute — to talk about what's really driving ADHD symptoms in kids. Dana shares her own family's story, from her son being on three medications by age five to his thriving, medication-free life at sixteen, and explains how root causes like gut health, nutrition, and environmental toxins can drive symptoms. She also covers how to tell typical childhood behavior apart from something that may need more support, plus simple first steps for overwhelmed parents. Connect with Dana Kay (all pulled from her own submitted intake form): Website: https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhdthriveinstitute/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adhdthriveinstituteYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ADHDThriveInstituteThe Soaring Child Podcast: https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/the-soaring-child-podcast-thriving-with-adhd/

  2. Sep 8

    88: Why a nature based child learning environment is important with Antoinette

    Antoinette Elliott is the founder of All Our Children Elite Childcare Academy, a nature-based childcare program in Stonecrest/Lithonia, Georgia serving children from 6 weeks to 12 years old. After years substitute teaching and working in family businesses, she opened her own family-run center — now staffed in part by her own kids — built around outdoor play, vegetarian meals, and flexible hours for working parents. Connect with Antoinette: Website: aocelitechildcare.comInstagram: @allourchildrenelitechildcareFacebook: All Our Children Elite Childcare Academy

  3. Sep 1

    87: Why Moms Feel Like They're Barely Surviving & How to Actually Thrive with Stephanie Krauss

    Stephanie Malia Krauss is an author, speaker, and social worker who has worked from the classroom to Congress. Her newest book, How We Thrive: Caring for Kids and Ourselves in a Changing World, explores why protecting essentials like sleep, play, and connection matters so much for kids and parents alike. She's also the bestselling author of Whole Child, Whole Life and Making It, and her work has been featured on PBS NewsHour, in Parents, and in Good Housekeeping. Connect with Stephanie: Website: https://www.rehumaning.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniemaliakrauss/Substack: https://substack.com/@stephaniemaliakraussBuy How We Thrive: https://www.rehumaning.com/ | Amazon: https://amzn.to/4uBk7Hb | Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/p/books/how-we-thrive-caring-for-kids-and-ourselves-in-a-changing-world-manuel-herrera/b2c31f19b46c69fd | Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/how-we-thrive-stephanie-malia-krauss/1148676838 | Corwin (publisher, 20% off with code Save20): https://www.corwin.com/books/how-we-thrive-290839

  4. Aug 25

    86: How to Teach Kids Safety Without Scaring Them: The AWARE Method with Gale Bleth

    In this episode, Steph sits down with S. Gale Bleth — a 26-year self-defense instructor, former Hayward Police Department Crime Prevention Specialist, and author of A.W.A.R.E.: A Personal Safety Playbook for Leaving the Nest. Gale breaks down her AWARE method (Alert, Watch, Assess, Respond, Escape), the "sight, sound, distance" rule for keeping young kids safe in public, and how to talk to teens about personal safety without scaring them. She also shares practical self-defense basics — voice, stance, and vulnerable strike points. Connect with Gale: Website: stay-aware.comInstagram: @stayaware_sgb (per her guest intake form) Book on Amazon: A.W.A.R.E.: A Personal Safety Playbook for Leaving the Nest (verified)She mentioned it's also on Barnes & Noble and Walmart, but I couldn't verify direct links to those listings — flag as unconfirmed if you want them included.Bulk discount: 20+ copies, contact her directly (per intake form)Sources: stay-aware.comA.W.A.R.E. on Amazon

  5. Aug 18

    85: How to homeschool, run a business, and enjoy motherhood with Kelly Campbell

    Website: lookslikehomewithkelly.comInstagram (personal): @lookslikehomewithkellyInstagram (podcast): @treasuresathomepodcastFacebook: facebook.com/kelly.d.campbell.9 Books (Amazon author page): amazon.com/stores/Kelly-Campbell/author/B09679CNBQ

  6. Aug 11

    84: My Dyslexic Daughter Just Read Her First Chapter Book (5 Weeks Changed Everything)

    Ever wonder if it's too late to help a struggling reader? In this episode, I sit down with Daniela Feldhausen, founder of Kids Up Reading Tutors, to talk about my daughter's journey with dyslexia — including the 15-session, five-week tutoring intensive that took her from avoiding books to finishing her first-ever chapter book on her own. We talk fluency, phonics, the guilt so many homeschool moms carry, and why Daniela says it's genuinely never too late to close a reading gap. Follow along and connect with Daniela and Kids Up Reading Tutors: 📷 Instagram: @kidsupreadingtutors 🌐 Website: kidsupreadingtutors.com If this episode helped you, follow the show and leave a review — it helps other homeschool moms find these conversations too.

  7. Aug 4

    83: Why I Disappeared From the Podcast (And What Brought Me Back)

    Where have I been? In this episode I share the details as to why nothing new has aired here for months!

  8. May 26

    From Frustration to Connection: A Better Way to Teach Your Child with Sandra Flees

    Welcome back to another episode of Home School with Steph. I love being able to interview different people and provide resources as well as share my own experience on today's episode. So today's episode is going to be for the mom who has ever sat at the table with her child and thought, why is this so hard? The tears, the resistance, the moments of I can't that are being said, what if it's not about the curriculum and what if it's not even about your child's ability to learn? Today, I'm talking with Sandra Flees, a sensory-based learning creator, homeschooling mom, and the heart behind Chasing Fireflies Learning. Sandra helps parents understand how their child learns through what they can see, hear, and feel, and how to support their nervous system so learning can actually stick, talking about emotional regulation, reducing resistance, and creating homeschool days that feel more calm, more connected, and more doable. So if you ever feel discouraged or stuck with homeschooling, stick around. This is the episode you're going to want to listen to. Show Notes:00:00 Intro00:00 Introduction to Sensory-Based Learning02:55 Understanding the Importance of Regulation05:54 Movement as a Learning Tool09:04 Implementing Sensory-Based Learning11:54 The Journey of Homeschooling14:56 Flexible Structure in Education17:56 Nurturing Interests and Skills20:14 The Determination of a Mother 22:32 Creating Effective Learning Tools23:54 Sharing Resources and Strategies25:49 The Importance of Regulation in Learning28:30 Overcoming Homeschooling Challenges34:06 Socialization Myths in Homeschooling40:14 Trusting Maternal Intuition   Links:  Find her on instagram @chasingfireflieslearning 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

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Hi, I'm Steph. I grew up going to public school and with parents who punched a time clock. I never thought I'd take a different path. Then my high school sweetheart husband dropped out of college and pursued entrepreneurship and a series of circumstances made me reluctant to put my oldest child in public school. Now, I'm a homeschooling mom of 5, a former RN turned jewelry designer & small business owner. I'm sharing everything you need to know when it comes to raising children, homeschooling, motherhood and more.

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  • Creator
    Stephany Rios
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    89
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 Stephany Rios
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    Home(school) with Steph