The Rooted Home

Jeremy & Lauren Mefford
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The Rooted Home is a faith-centered podcast for families who want to build intentional, fruitful homes that are rooted in scripture. Join husband and wife co-hosts Jeremy and Lauren Mefford for honest, biblical conversations about faith, family, and the rhythms of home life. Each episode, we talk about what matters most in the home: biblical wisdom for everyday life, practical homemaking and family systems, rhythms that honor God without burning anyone out, and the kind of intentional, present family life the world isn't selling you. We'll talk about marriage, parenting, homeschooling, countering cultural pressure, and the beauty of choosing a slower, Christ-centered way of living together. Subscribe wherever you listen--and join us every other week in our living room!

  1. 2d ago

    How We Homeschool + What We Use: Rhythm and Curriculum for All 6 Kids | Ep. 31

    ✨ Wondering what it would look like to have rhythms that help you run your home instead of it running you? Come join us inside the Rooted Homemakers Collective, my membership where I walk you through exactly how. → https://go.laurenmefford.com/rooted-homemakers In this episode, I'm walking you through our curriculum choices and our whole homeschool schedule — from our morning family learning time (Bible, catechism, scripture memory, history, and science) to our more independent work block (reading, math, writing, and Latin), all the way to our lighter fifth day for catching up, deep cleaning, and field trips. I'll share the curriculum we're using at every stage, how we manage a toddler and littles while teaching older kids, and the "wait your turn" rule that's saved my sanity. In this episode: -Our two-phase homeschool day -Bible reading, catechism, and our scripture memory box system -The hymn of the month and where we find it -History and science from a biblical worldview -How I teach reading, phonics, spelling, and writing across different ages -Math, piano, and Latin — and who's teaching what -Managing a toddler and baby while working with older kids -What our flexible fifth day looks like RESOURCES MENTIONED: -Biblioplan (history/Bible/literature curriculum): BiblioPlan - Cool Classical History and Literature Curriculum -Apologia (science): Exploring Creation with Human Anatomy and Physiology (Young Explorer Series) -I Belong to God Catechism by Rich Lusk: I Belong to God: A Catechism for Covenant Children -Simply Charlotte Mason scripture memory box system: Memorize Scripture in Just Five Minutes Each Day - @‌HappyHymnody -Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons: Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons: Revised and Updated Second Edition -Chickadee Readers (Canon Press) -Math Mammoth (for all grades): Math Mammoth Kindergarten Worktext A -Voetberg Music Academy: Voetberg Music Academy This episode is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. CHAPTERS 00:13 Introduction and Personal Update 00:13 Homeschooling Overview and Curriculum Decisions 01:32 Daily Homeschool Routine 04:04 Family Learning Time 08:18 History and Science Curriculum 13:35 Independent Learning 20:08 Flexibility in the Homeschool Schedule — CONNECT WITH THE HOST — Ask questions/contact: https://laurenmefford.com/contact Youtube: Lauren Mefford, PhD

  2. 4d ago

    [ROOTED RHYTHMS] 3 Simple Systems That Cut 90% of the Chaos in Our Homeschool (With a Baby and Toddler) | Ep. 30

    ✨ Struggling to build rhythms that actually work in your home? My free masterclass shows you how to create simple routines that are rooted in biblical priorities and actually work. Watch it here: https://www.laurenmefford.com/free-training Lauren is homeschooling six kids ten and under, including a toddler and an infant, and if she is not intentional, their mornings can get chaotic fast. In this episode, Lauren walks through the three simple systems that took a lot of that chaos out of peak learning hours, and made the school day much more enjoyable for everyone. Key Takeaways: Why the evening reset is key to a smooth homeschool morningHow prepping breakfast the night before saves precious morning minutes (and only takes about three minutes)What family learning time at the table actually looks like with six kids and a baby in the mixWhy breakfast time and keeping the toddler busy with their hands at the table makes teaching everyone else possibleHow carpet time keeps a toddler content and engaged during one-on-one reading lessonsWhy she changed the order of subjects this year, and what happened when she did — RESOURCES MENTIONED — ✨ Rooted Homemakers Collective — my monthly membership for building personalized home management rhythms: https://laurenmefford.com/rooted-homemakers NeoLife protein shake — NeoLife *I am a promoter for Neolife, which means if you purchase a shake through this link I will get a small commission :) Happy Hymnody — Happy Hymnody Toddler's carpet/floor pad — PAPAMAT 1.3" Thick Baby Floor Play Mat 50x50 Foam Kids Play Mat, Dark Grey | Memory Mat for Baby to Play, Waterproof Easy Care with Non-Slip Tummy Time Play Mat for Nursery Playroom Classroom CONNECT WITH THE HOST — Youtube: Lauren Mefford, PhD Instagram: Lauren Mefford, PhD, FNP-BC (@laurenmichellemefford) • Instagram profile Website/Contact Us_:http://www.laurenmefford.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Homeschooling 6 Kids 10 and Under (With a Baby and a Toddler) 00:24 The evening reset and why it's counterintuitive but essential 03:18 Family table time (Family Learning Time): Bible, recitation, and lessons while everyone eats 08:05 How I manage one-on-one teaching time with little ones underfoot

  3. Sep 10

    How We're Raising 6 Kids to Actually Love Each Other (And What We Do When They Don't)| Ep. 29

    ✨ Wondering what it would look like to have rhythms that help you run your home instead of it running you? Come join us inside the Rooted Homemakers Collective, my membership where I walk you through exactly how. → https://go.laurenmefford.com/rooted-homemakers In this episode, Lauren and Jeremy sit down to talk about something almost every family with more than one child wrestles with: sibling bickering, and how to actually cultivate love between siblings instead of just refereeing conflict all day. They are quick to say this isn't meant to be a how-to, more just what they have learned raising six kids and watching the Lord work in their home. KEY TOPICS The discussion centers on teaching children to love others well using biblical principles, especially 1 Corinthians 13 and the command to love your neighbor.How to handle tattlingWhat they do with bickering childrenThe episode distinguishes between communal toys and personal property, teaching both generosity and respect for ownership.Lauren and her husband discuss how age matters, especially when toddlers are involved, and how older children can be asked to help, serve, and play with younger siblings.Family rhythms like dinner table sharing, birthdays, and noticing generosity are presented as ways to cultivate a home where siblings enjoy one another. RESOURCES MENTIONED Don't Make Me Count to Three by Ginger Hubbard: Don't Make Me Count to ThreeLoving the Little Years by Rachel Jankovic: Loving the Little Years: Motherhood in the Trenches - Grace Based Christian Parenting This episode is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. CHAPTERS 05:51 What We Do First When a Child Comes Tattling 12:00 How to Handle Bickering as a Mom Solo Parenting During the Day 14:16 When Telling on a Sibling Isn't Actually Tattling 17:28 The Walk We Make Our Children Take When They're Unkind 20:42 The Toy Rule That Ends Almost Every Argument 24:07 Why We Don't Squelch a Generous Heart 28:26 How We Think About Sibling Hospitality in Our Home 35:31 Teaching Older Children to Help With the Littles 39:28 The One Question We Come Back to When We're Stuck —CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS — Ask questions/contact us: https://laurenmefford.com/contact Youtube: Lauren Mefford, PhD, FNP-BC

    How We're Raising 6 Kids to Actually Love Each Other (And What We Do When They Don't)| Ep. 29

  4. Sep 8

    [ROOTED RHYTHMS] 5 Biblical Habits That Finally ORGANIZED MY LIFE (After Years of Struggle) | Ep. 28

    ✨ If you've been moving all day but nothing seems to get done — start here. A daily rhythm to help you get food on the table, laundry moving, and peace back in your home. $27. Instant access. → https://go.laurenmefford.com/faithful-in-the-little-things-page ✨Overwhelmed by meals, laundry, and endless to-dos? Learn the simple system that makes home feel manageable again in my FREE Masterclass → https://www.laurenmefford.com/free-training ✨ Ready for a small reset? Get the free guide here 👉 https://www.laurenmefford.com/rooted-reset-sign-up-page If your home feels chaotic and you're constantly overwhelmed, you're not alone. I used to feel completely unqualified to manage my home—until I began living out these 5 biblical habits that transformed my life as a Christian homemaker. In this video, I’m walking you through the exact rhythms I’ve built that brought structure and peace to our home. These simple but powerful routines are rooted in Scripture, and they’ve made a massive difference in how I manage my home and love my role as a wife and mother. Whether you’re in survival mode or just craving more stability, these biblical homemaking habits will give you a framework to build from. ✨ Watch the notebook video I mentioned → https://youtu.be/N5zdDeKeZ80 ✨ Follow along on Instagram for the full wellness challenge → https://www.instagram.com/laurenmichellemefford/ ✨ Check out the supplements I mentioned 👉https://shopneolife.com/rootedvitality/shop/product/2996G ✨Overwhelmed by meals, laundry, and endless to-dos? Learn the simple system that makes home feel manageable again in my FREE Masterclass → https://www.laurenmefford.com/free-training CONNECT WITH THE HOST Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenMefford/videos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmichellemefford/  Website/Contact Us: http://www.laurenmefford.com

    [ROOTED RHYTHMS] 5 Biblical Habits That Finally ORGANIZED MY LIFE (After Years of Struggle) | Ep. 28

  5. Sep 1

    [ROOTED RHYTHMS] Dumb Phone vs. Dumbified Smartphone for Moms: What I Found After 7 Years | Ep. 27

    ✨ Wondering what it would look like to have rhythms that help you run your home instead of it running you? Come join us inside the Rooted Homemakers Collective, my membership where I walk you through exactly how. → https://laurenmefford.com/rooted-homemakers  Lauren shares her seven-year journey of finding a way to stay connected to the outside world without being pulled away from her home and family. She discusses the pros and cons of using dumb phones and the transition to a smarter smartphone solution that allows for customization and reduced distractions. Takeaways The journey of finding the right balance between staying connected and being present at home.The transition from a dumb phone to a smarter smartphone solution that allows for customization and reduced distractions. -RESOURCES MENTIONED- ✨ How to actually dumify your Android (full tutorial): https://youtu.be/RZZl7_m2tDg  ✨ Why texts drop between iPhone and Android, explained: https://youtu.be/yZAWF_Fq758  ✨ The refurbished Google Pixel I bought to dumify: https://amzn.to/4gzYvGe  ✨ O Launcher (the app I use for my minimalist home screen): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.olauncher&hl=en_US&pli=1  ✨ The Sunbeam F1 Pro (the flip phone I used and loved): https://sunbeamwireless.com/by/31010/  This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. CHAPTERS 00:00 Why I Went the Flip Phone Route  01:45 Pros and Cons of Dumb Phones (and How I Adapted)  06:18 The Transition to a Smarter Smartphone 09:27 What I Kept (and Cut) + My Final Verdict —CONNECT WITH THE HOST — Ask questions/contact me: https://laurenmefford.com/contact Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenMefford/videos #DumbPhone #DigitalMinimalism #FlipPhone #ChristianHomemaking #HomeschoolMom

    [ROOTED RHYTHMS] Dumb Phone vs. Dumbified Smartphone for Moms: What I Found After 7 Years | Ep. 27

  6. Aug 27

    Reformed Baptist to Presbyterian: What Actually Changed Our Minds | Ep. 26

    ✨ Wondering what it would look like to have rhythms that help you run your home instead of it running you? Come join us inside the Rooted Homemakers Collective, my membership where I walk you through exactly how. → https://go.laurenmefford.com/rooted-homemakers In this episode, Lauren and Jeremy share the story behind a question many of you have asked: why did we move from being Reformed Baptists to Presbyterians? They walk through where they started, the moment that first cracked things open, and the theological questions that shaped how they now think about faith, baptism, and raising their children. — RESOURCES MENTIONED — Baptism Is Not Enough — one of the books that shaped this conversation: Baptism Is Not Enough: How Understanding God's Covenant Explains Everything Genesis 17:7, Romans 4, Galatians 3, Acts 2, Acts 16 (the Philippian jailer), Jeremiah 31 — key passages referenced throughout The catechism we now use with our kids — I Belong to God: A Catechism for Covenant Children This episode is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission.  —CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS — Ask questions/contact us: https://laurenmefford.com/contact Youtube: Lauren Mefford, PhD, FNP-BC Instagram: Lauren Mefford, PhD, FNP-BC (@laurenmichellemefford) • Instagram profile   CHAPTERS 00:13 Journey from Reformed Baptists to Presbyterians 07:57 Understanding Covenant Theology and Its Implications 13:38 The Role of Faith 20:33 The Shift in Perspective on Baptism and Children 27:27 Understanding the Covenant and Its Implications 31:18 Baptism and Its Significance in the New Covenant

    Reformed Baptist to Presbyterian: What Actually Changed Our Minds | Ep. 26

  7. Aug 25

    [ROOTED RHYTHMS] The Notebook That Saved This Homemaker From Infinite Scrolling | Ep. 25

    ✨ If you've been moving all day but nothing seems to get done — start here. A daily rhythm to help you get food on the table, laundry moving, and peace back in your home. $27. Instant access. → https://go.laurenmefford.com/faithful-in-the-little-things-page ✨Overwhelmed by meals, laundry, and endless to-dos? Learn the simple system that makes home feel manageable again in my FREE Masterclass → https://www.laurenmefford.com/free-training This description below includes affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, I may receive a small commission—thank you for supporting my channel! Do you feel constantly distracted by your phone—scrolling through apps while dinner burns, kids need you, and the day slips away? You’re not alone. In this video, I share the simple 3-minute notebook routine that helped me stop mindless scrolling and become the focused, present homemaker I truly wanted to be. After trying many different methods and planners, this $10 notebook is what worked. I’ll walk you through the exact way I use it each day and week to retrain my brain, reclaim my time, and stay anchored in real life—not lost in my phone. ***I will say, this notebook is a big part of the equation, buts not the ONLY part. Self control is still important—and finding ways to choose not pick up the phone and scroll (i.e., limiting times to check it, using app blockers, keeping it in another room, etc.). BUT, using paper instead of having another reason to reach for the phone (to plan, keep lists, etc.) has been very helpful for me, personally.*** Whether you’re trying to scroll less as a stay-at-home mom, create weekly rhythms that stick, or finally feel clear-headed when you wake up, this system will help. You’ll learn: Why we reach for our phones and how a simple notebook helps The weekly planning rhythm that keeps my homemaking calm and consistent My 5-minute evening routine that helps me wake up already in motion How I use my notebook for meals, priorities, to-dos, and even a custom dopamine menu that rewires my brain toward life-giving choices If you’re a Christian homemaker who wants to stay focused, love your role, and create systems that bring peace and joy to your home, this video is for you.. My notebook: https://amzn.to/44TlHJQ My favorite erasable pens: https://amzn.to/48WycXt CONNECT WITH THE HOST Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenMefford/videos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmichellemefford/  Website/Contact Us: http://www.laurenmefford.com

    [ROOTED RHYTHMS] The Notebook That Saved This Homemaker From Infinite Scrolling | Ep. 25

  8. Aug 19

    [ROOTED RHYTHMS] Answering Your Questions About Homeschooling, Housework & Balancing It All | Ep. 24

    ✨ Wondering what it would look like to have rhythms that help you run your home instead of it running you? Come join us inside my membership, the Rooted Homemakers Collective, where I walk you through exactly how → https://laurenmefford.com/rooted-homemakers Answering your questions on balancing chores and play, our new homeschool plan, how I meal plan, and how we train our children's’ character. This episode is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. Resources and Products Mentioned in this video: ✨Voetberg Music Academy: https://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com?affiliate_code=29079a ✨ BiblioPlan (our history, Bible, and literature curriculum this year): https://www.biblioplan.net/ ✨ IEW: https://amzn.to/4w7x5fy ✨ Apologia Science: https://amzn.to/4zimkKj ✨ Math Mammoth: https://amzn.to/4wMAAsU **For Math Mammoth, you have to get the A and B workbooks, plus tests/quizzes and answer key CHAPTERS 00:00 Balancing Chores and Play 12:09 Our Evening Schedule 14:25 Homeschool Updates 22:31 How I Meal Plan 25:18 How We Discipline & Train Our Children's Character —CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS — Ask questions/contact us: https://laurenmefford.com/contact Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenMefford/videos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmichellemefford/

    [ROOTED RHYTHMS] Answering Your Questions About Homeschooling, Housework & Balancing It All | Ep. 24
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The Rooted Home is a faith-centered podcast for families who want to build intentional, fruitful homes that are rooted in scripture. Join husband and wife co-hosts Jeremy and Lauren Mefford for honest, biblical conversations about faith, family, and the rhythms of home life. Each episode, we talk about what matters most in the home: biblical wisdom for everyday life, practical homemaking and family systems, rhythms that honor God without burning anyone out, and the kind of intentional, present family life the world isn't selling you. We'll talk about marriage, parenting, homeschooling, countering cultural pressure, and the beauty of choosing a slower, Christ-centered way of living together. Subscribe wherever you listen--and join us every other week in our living room!

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  • Creator
    Jeremy & Lauren Mefford
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Jeremy & Lauren Mefford
  • Show Website
    The Rooted Home

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