Sugar and Spice Mom Life

Hannah Stewart
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Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/sugarandspicemomlife Being a stay-at-home mom is a full-time job. What if we approached it with the same mindsets, systems, and commitment we had before becoming a mom? What if we believed it is not only a job, but a calling? One that will have an eternal impact on the souls of our children and grandchildren? What if we chose to believe God knows what he was doing when he says that children are a blessing? Join me as we explore all of these concepts and more.

  1. 6d ago

    "Motherhood Is Harder Than Getting A PhD" With Homeschooling Mom of 6 Lauren Mefford

    ✨Subscribe for more wonderful conversations like these! What could be harder than rocket science? According to this PhD, motherhood is. In this conversation with Lauren Mefford, we discuss-her journey from PhD career woman to homeschooling -chore routines-managing when your home when it feels out of control-homeschooling with littles-and so much more!Jeremy and Lauren Mefford have been married for almost nine years and live in East Tennessee with their six children (three biological and three adopted), ranging in age from newborn to 10 years old. You can learn more about them and follow their journey through the links below:Website: www.laurenmefford.comYouTube: / @laurenmefford Podcast: The Rooted Home - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Timestamps(00:00) Lauren’s background: PhD, motherhood, adoption, and business(00:34) The shift from academic life to stay-at-home mom(07:14) Why motherhood felt harder than earning a PhD(08:36) Motherhood as sanctifying, all-encompassing work(12:46) How home management started to “click”(14:59) Why chore charts often fail in real homes((24:30) What to do when a child does chores poorly(26:06) Consequences for disobedience versus simple training mistakes(27:01) Creating a warm home without losing structure(33:31) Why necessity pushed them toward more intentional systems(35:23) Lauren’s bare minimum blueprint for overwhelmed moms(37:48) How she triages dinner when evenings are chaotic(39:14) The weekly reset and why it reduces chaos(44:50) Homeschooling with a newborn and toddler: scaling down to bare bones(45:46) Morning routine: breakfast, Bible time, catechism, and memory work(54:52) Favorite homeschool curriculum and piecing things together(55:26) The book Sally Clarkson wrote that shaped her early motherhood(56:01) How prayer protects joy in the middle of motherhood(57:00) Basic self-stewardship: sleep, water, dressing, and showering(58:33) Where to find Lauren Mefford online and access her training

  2. Sep 8

    Purely Parsons On Surprise Twins, Navigating The First Trimester, and Homeschooling Boys

    In this episode, Elizabeth Parsons shares her journey of motherhood, homeschooling, and running a small business while raising six children, including surprising twins. She offers practical tips on mindset shifts during pregnancy, parenting boys differently, and managing life with a large family, all rooted in faith and intention.About HannahSugar and Spice Mom Lifebuymeacoffee.com/sugarandspicemomlifelinktr.ee/sugarandspicemomlifePurely ParsonsInstagram: @purelyparsonshttps://www.purelyparsons.com/Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction and Elizabeth’s background02:04 - The story of her surprise twins 15:02 - Tips for the first trimester, especially with young children and homeschooling19:21 - Parenting tips for discipline, training boys, and setting expectations22:12 - Is pregnancy easier or harder with older children?24:17 - The value of structure, chores, and physical activity for boys27:12 - Raising responsible children, setting boundaries, and managing technology use32:30 - Homeschool curriculum choices, focusing on reading, math, and core skills36:01 - Managing multiple grades, levels, and curriculum transitions38:17 - Teaching reading to multiple children using different resources40:08 - Balancing homeschool with a toddler underfoot and managing toddler meltdowns44:32 - The importance of flexibility and adjusting expectations in homeschooling45:06 - Elizabeth’s natural product business, product range, and production process46:49 - Her role in the business and how she balances it with family lifeA must-listen for moms balancing faith, large families, homeschooling, and entrepreneurship, Elizabeth’s insights are rooted in experience, grace, and purpose.

  3. Sep 1

    From Feminist To Mom of 6, The Debt-Free Scream, and Motivation in Motherhood with Lana Sullivan

    What happens when the life you once thought you wanted looks completely different from the life God is calling you to?In this episode of Sugar and Spice Mom Life, Hannah sits down with Lana Sullivan of Girl Teach Me to talk about motherhood, motivation, money, feminism, and the surprising journey that led Lana to become a stay-at-home mom of six.Lana shares honestly about her experience finding motivation in the everyday work of motherhood, including what to do when you simply don't *feel* motivated. She also opens up about her family's experience doing a Debt-Free Scream, what becoming debt-free taught her about money and intentionality, and the dramatic shift in her worldview that took her from identifying as a feminist to embracing the calling of homemaking.This conversation is an encouraging reminder that motherhood doesn't have to be the life we once imagined in order to become a deeply meaningful and fulfilling calling. This Episode* Finding motivation when motherhood feels repetitive or exhausting* Why motivation isn't always something you have to wait to *feel** Practical ways to take intentional action as a mom* Lana's experience becoming debt-free* Lana's journey from feminism to becoming a stay-at-home mom* How her perspective on motherhood and homemaking changed* Becoming a stay-at-home mom of six Hannah Stewart | Sugar and Spice Mom LifeBuy Me A Coffee- https://buymeacoffee.com/sugarandspicemomlifeWebsite:https://sugarandspicemomlife.com/Instagram: @sugarandspicemomlifeYouTube: Sugar and Spice Mom LifeConnect with LanaAbout Lana SullivanLana Sullivan is the creator behind Girl Teach Me, where she encourages women—particularly moms—to grow in intentionality, motherhood, homemaking, and personal development. She shares practical resources through her website, YouTube channel, courses, and other content. Her website also features free resources for women and families.Lana is a mom of six and brings a unique perspective to motherhood after experiencing a significant shift in her understanding of family, work, and homemaking.Connect with Hannah StewartGirl Teach Mehttps://girlteachme.comFree Resources from Girl Teach Mehttps://girlteachme.com/welcome-welcomeLana Sullivan's Articles & Resourceshttps://girlteachme.com/authorYouTube: Search for Girl Teach Me on YouTube for Lana's videos and practical resources. Resources from HannahIf you enjoyed this conversation, subscribe to Sugar and Spice Mom Life for more conversations about motherhood, homemaking, homeschooling, habits, motivation, and finding joy and purpose in the ordinary work of raising a family.Subscribe and listen:Sugar and Spice Mom Life on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sugar-and-spice-mom-life/id1747809421Website:sugarandspicemomlife.com**What is one area of motherhood where you need to stop waiting for motivation and start taking intentional action?**Share this episode with a mom who could use some encouragement today!

  4. Jul 21

    The Unexpected Reason You're Bored at Home

    About Allison: Allison Weeks - https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/about Beef Recipe Glass Jars About Hannah https://sugarandspicemomlife.com/ Buy Me A Coffee Courses Morning Bag Mini Course

  5. Jul 14

    Rethinking the Early Years (What Every New Homeschool Mom Needs To Know) with Amanda Faus

    ✨ Love this episode? Support the podcast here Should homeschooling really begin in the preschool years—or are we rushing childhood?What if the most important lessons your child learns before age six have nothing to do with letters and numbers?And what if these early years are just as much about shaping you as they are about educating your child?In this conversation, Hannah Stewart sits down with Amanda Faus to explore a different vision for the little years—one filled with wonder, nature, rich ideas, and a deeper purpose for motherhood.You may never look at early childhood the same way again.Amanda Faushttps://www.thechildrenstradition.com/New Book: https://amzn.to/44SDsbfYouTube: www.youtube.com/@UCK_g0l0L2MTnytBkBu28Gww Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechildrenstradition?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Hannah Stewarthttps://sugarandspicemomlife.com/uiet Time Crash Course -https://hannah-stewart-s-school.teachable.com/p/quiet-time-crash-coursehttps://hannah-stewart-s-school.teachable.com/p/morning-bag-mini-course#Substack: https://substack.com/@hannahstewart3 Timestamps:00:00- Introduction02:27- What is wrong with our modern education system08:26- Is it okay to start academics with a three or four year-old? 15:25- What does a well-educated child look like at age 6 or 731:00- Nature in a young child's life34:00- Cultivating an intellectual life as a momHannah Stewarthttps://sugarandspicemomlife.com/uiet Time Crash Course -https://hannah-stewart-s-school.teachable.com/p/quiet-time-crash-coursehttps://hannah-stewart-s-school.teachable.com/p/morning-bag-mini-course#Substack: https://substack.com/@hannahstewart3

  6. Jul 1

    Finding Contentment and Fulfillment As A Homemaker With Allison Weeks From The Art of Home

    Today we dive into Hannah's story of home-how she initially thought she didn't want to get married or how kids and how the Lord used the beauty of home to open her heart to the mission and purpose of homemaking. Art of Home Podcast Art of Home Website Leave a Review: (one or both platforms is awesome!) Leave a review for this podcast on Apple Leave a review for this podcast on Spotify Subscribe on YouTube Quiet Time Crash Course (use coupon code below for discount) Coupon Code SAVE40

    Finding Contentment and Fulfillment As A Homemaker With Allison Weeks From The Art of Home

  7. Jun 23

    Second Generation Homeschool Mom Shares Budget-Friendly Kindergarten Curriculum Picks

    Today I'm sharing these time-tested curricula that I'm using with my Kindergartener this fall: (affiliate links)Horizons Math- https://amzn.to/43ONYA3Bob Books - https://amzn.to/3SrRLRhAlpha Phonics- https://amzn.to/4xMJ97RClassical Conversations Memory Work Book- https://amzn.to/4g37lMWMath Manipulatives- https://amzn.to/44qivnP00:00- Introduction02:05- Math Curriculum Pick (can pick up with Saxon later)05:03- Phonics Curriculum07:03- Math Manipulatives7:46- Classical Conversations

  8. Jun 16

    Raising Kids Who Love What Is Right With Autumn Kern

    Ever wondered how to raise kids who don't just know the "right" answers, but love what is good, true, and beautiful? Then you won't want to miss today's episode with Autumn Kern from The Commonplace. Autumn Kern Podcast Common House Membership

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Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/sugarandspicemomlife Being a stay-at-home mom is a full-time job. What if we approached it with the same mindsets, systems, and commitment we had before becoming a mom? What if we believed it is not only a job, but a calling? One that will have an eternal impact on the souls of our children and grandchildren? What if we chose to believe God knows what he was doing when he says that children are a blessing? Join me as we explore all of these concepts and more.

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  • Creator
    Hannah Stewart
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    58
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Hannah Stewart
  • Show Website
    Sugar and Spice Mom Life

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