Welcome to the momtrepreneur life coffee chat. This is a behind the scenes glance at what it means to be a momtrepreneur. This week, we put together a fun video on confession of a work from home and homeschool mom. The mom life is not always glamorous and there are just somethings we don't like doing. I decided to share my mom confessions with you. Getting up at the crack of dawn because I reached that age of maturity where you get up at the crack of dawn…even if you don't want to. Prepping dinn...
Mar 24, 2022•11 min
Mom, in Part 1 we talked about the different high needs babies and the emotional and physical toll they can take on you. In this post, we are going to get very practical on how to homeschool and work from home with a high needs baby. Mom, you are a momtrepreneur with a lot to juggle. It is already a balancing act to homeschool and work from home. But add a high needs baby to the mix, and it is a whole different kind of crazy to juggle. #highneedsbaby #difficultbaby #lifeunboxedblog Show notes an...
Mar 21, 2022•16 min
Hey mom, grab your favorite mug pour yourself a cup of joe, and let's pull back the curtain and get a real life glimpse into what it means to be a momtrepreneur. From soccer games to science experiments that require a fire extinguisher. Life as a momtrepreneur is never dull. Sometimes we are so busy this mom life can feel isolating. But mom you are not alone. I started doing these videos for the work from home mom, so you don't feel isolated or alone. Today, we are going to check in on crushing ...
Mar 17, 2022•17 min
Babies are cute and cuddly, and their smile and coo and melts your heart. They also cry and poop, and get gas. And then some babies are cling-ons, velcro babies, koala bears. You name it. The point is they won't let go of you. When you put them down to go to the bathroom they arch their back and start screaming because how dare you walk away from them. Trying to work from home and homeschool your kids with a high needs baby is not an easy task. Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/high...
Mar 14, 2022•19 min
Here is a slightly different coffee chat. I wanted to give you a glimpse into a day in the life of a work from home and homeschool mom. There is never a dull moment. Here are some snippets from the day of a work from home mom, homeschool mom, and momtrepreneur. From kids doing schoolwork to jotting down inspiring ideas on the go to the baby signing Friday because it annoys her brother. Trek with me during my day. Yes, most of it was spent in the car, but every YouTuber needs at least one video w...
Mar 10, 2022•8 min
Where do you start? You want to start your own business, so you can be home and create a lifestyle of greater freedom. After months or years of thinking about it, you finally decide to explore the world of entrepreneurship or momtrepreneurship. Becoming a virtual assistant seems like a great way to make money from home and be your own boss. So how to become a virtual assistant? Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/how-to-become-a-virtual-assistant RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Prepa...
Mar 07, 2022•21 min
Join a mom book club is a great way to connect. To be honest, I am introvert so joining a group thing is not something that I do very often. If I am going to get out, I would prefer one-on-one over coffee. So in a group sharing my thoughts is not my preference whatsoever. But even for me, the introvert who doesn't do stuff like this, really gets a lot out of it and enjoys it. If you are hesitating to join a mom book club or you don't know if there is one in your area, then you can start one. Sho...
Mar 03, 2022•20 min
Whether you are mom of toddler, teens, or somewhere in between. Every season with our kids has its own kind of busyness. Then if you run the gambit of age ranges, you are always busy. Let's add to the fact that you are working from home with kids. We are busy. It is always helpful to hear from other moms when it comes to their time management hacks. Yes, you are a busy mom and you know how to manage your time. Or at least survive your day. But sometimes we need to hear other moms' "ah ha" moment...
Feb 21, 2022•14 min
Hey moms, let us pull back the curtain on the momtrepreneur life and get a real-life glimpse on what it is like to be a momtrepreneur. All the balancing and juggling that comes with it. Grab your coffee, in your favorite mug, and let's talk about how to work and school when everyone is sick. I wish we could schedule in the best time to get sick. It would be really helpful to just write it out on the calendar. Then we can avoid being sick on birthdays, like I was, and just better plan it out. Unf...
Feb 17, 2022•14 min
Every mom has a war story…I mean birthing stories. And it is as individual as your kids. When you are pregnant and trying to figure out how you want to deliver your bundle of joy, it helps to hear other's stories. There are a few things that I can look back in hindsight and think, "I wish I had done that a little differently." Not that I can change it, but I can share with you what I've learned from my own experiences. Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/birthing-stories/ RESOURCES ME...
Feb 14, 2022•31 min
It has been 1 year since I officially launched this blog. I first posed this question—how to make money with blogging, can it still be done—last year. Like all first year anniversaries, it is a good time to reflect and see what has been learned and the growth gained. I can only describe this past year as a year of growing pains. This has been an exciting and sometimes painful process. Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/how-to-make-money-with-blogging/ RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:...
Feb 07, 2022•13 min
Today we are going to talk about the 10 benefits of teens in the home. Grab your favorite mug pour yourself a cup of joe, and let's pull back the curtain and get a real life glimpse into what it means to be a momtrepreneur. These are spontaneous chats with very few thoughts written in my notebooks. Being a momtrepreneur can feel isolating at times because we are so busy. But mom you are not alone. I started doing these videos and now the podcast of these coffee chats to give you, the work from h...
Feb 03, 2022•16 min
Let's talk how to crush your goals for moms. This is the time where we pull the curtain back on the momtrepreneur life, and we chat about a topic…or two. Life is not always rainbows and Skittles, so I want to paint a very honest picture of what it is like to be a homeschooling mom and a work from home mom. Some days we have awesome days, some days are bad days, but most days are just pretty good. This is a place to pull your hair up, put on your favorite mom shirt (I'm a Mom What's Your Superpow...
Jan 27, 2022•19 min
Throughout our lives we have an almost antagonistic relationship with sleep. As a child we fight tooth and nail to avoid it. But as an adult, we no longer have the time to enjoy sleep as much as we like. Sometimes if feels like a cruel joke. The importance of sleep at any age is crucial for a healthy mind, body, and emotional well-being. Last week we talked about growing a bigger family, so it is totally appropriate to talk about sleep now. Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/the-impo...
Jan 24, 2022•16 min
After taking time off from the blog, I had pre-written content and pre-recorded shows. So I could really take a step back and take a break. When I started my time off, I had really big plans. I do not lack ambition that is for sure. The week of Christmas, I took off from all my clients. This would actually give me time off. One thing I know about myself is that I will run myself into the ground before I stop. But the bottom line, I was really tired and I needed to take a break. My husband finall...
Jan 20, 2022•13 min
As a homeschooling mom of 6 (ranging from teen to toddler), a momtrepreneur for 7 years, now running 2 businesses, I understand the thoughts and feelings that are clamoring around in your head. Trying to answer this question, can it be done? Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/conference-lifestyle-of-the-homeschooling-mom--momtrepreneur ~~~ CHECK OUT LIFE UNBOXED MERCHANDISE AND GET SOME GREAT MOM BOSS SWAG https://teespring.com/stores/life-unboxed-blog MOMS RUN ON COFFEE. BUY JODIE T...
Jan 15, 2022•11 min
Do you think about joining a homeschooling co-op, but you aren't sure how you can contribute? Are you fresh out of ideas for a co-op class? There is good news! You can easily create a class that you will love to teach and will be fun for kids too. And if you are hesitating because you don't feel like you have anything to give. Let me tell you mom, you do. Share your knowledge and gifts. You have something to contribute. Show notes, links and sample schedule: https://lifeunboxed.blog/how-to-teach...
Jan 14, 2022•21 min
Grading. This is the dreaded task. You know the kind of task you need to psyche yourself up for days ahead of time. And grading for 4 kids multiplies this feeling by 4. Teaching multiple grades, figuring out the right curriculum, and keeping grades for school, it can get overwhelming. Keeping grades is not my favorite thing to do, but over the years, through trial and error, I've found a system that works. If you are feeling mom guilt when it comes to keeping grades for school, banish it. You ho...
Jan 13, 2022•15 min
Today we are going to talk about the biggest question always asked by new homeschoolers. What about socialization? What social opportunities are there for kids? As a second generation homeschooler I've heard this question or comment for over 25 years. Most of the time it is a sincerely asked question, but it is rooted in a myth. Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/but-what-about-socialization-social-opportunities-for-kids/ RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE VIDEO: Find local homeschool co-ops...
Jan 12, 2022•17 min
It is that time of year. You are probably shopping for books and getting next year's school schedules set up. Or at least thinking about starting. If you are just beginning your homeschool journey or looking for more tips on the best homeschool curriculum (let's face it, no matter how long we've been doing this, we are always on the lookout to improve) then this show is for you! Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/how-to-choose-the-best-homeschool-curriculum-for-your-tribe/ RESOURCES ...
Jan 11, 2022•16 min
I wanted to give you some honest advice from a homeschool mom of 6. Being a homeschool mom and momtrepreneur requires understanding balance. Not the zen-like balance of teeter totter, but more like the balance of walking a tightrope. It is not easy, but it can be done. There is probably a whole lot more that could be said on this topic. But here is my best attempt to give you some honest advice from a homeschool mom and mom boss. Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/honest-advice-from-...
Jan 10, 2022•12 min
In 2020, everyone started asking the same question. How to work from home with kids? I've been doing it for over 5 years now, and we are going to talk about it. I am going to let you in on all my secrets to being more productive working from home with kids. Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/how-to-work-from-home-with-kids-5-ways-to-be-more-productive/ RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE VIDEO: Harvard Article: https://hbr.org/2014/01/to-raise-productivity-let-more-employees-work-from-home . ...
Jan 10, 2022•12 min
I hope you are enjoying the conclusion to the holiday season. Winter, Thanksgiving, and then Christmas is my favorite time of year. Since I gave myself December off (I am a really good boss), I wanted to do something a little different. I want to share my story from corporate workhorse to momtrepeneur. If you’ve read the About the Mom page (they say this is usually the most read page on a blog), then you know a little of my story. But I wanted to go more in-depth and share, not just the chronolo...
Jan 03, 2022•24 min
For most moms, staying fit or getting in shape is usually the last on your to do list. Even when you have work out routines at home, it still seems like an impossible task. There is so much that demands your attention, and if you add one more thing to your plate you might just break it. Add to the fact that working from home with kids is exhausting. You are juggling a lot throughout the day. Not to mention, there are so many temptations lurking about when you work from home. The pantry beckons y...
Dec 29, 2021•17 min
As moms, working from home, there are so many places to sit down. Since it feels like we are running a marathon every day, between juggling clients, homeschooling kids, and running errands. It is easy to think we are getting in enough movement. But you are probably sitting more than you realize. And there are some damaging effects that you probably haven't considered. Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/weve-been-told-sitting-is-the-new-smoking-but-its-worse/ RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TH...
Dec 28, 2021•13 min
I hope you've enjoyed your Christmas feasts with all the trimmings. I am sure you are now thinking about starting a new exercise regime. Usually, this is the time of year where everyone talks about goals and resolutions. Many people are most hopeful during this season. The expectation of a new year makes people feel like they can really turn over a new leaf or start something new. Inevitably, everyone adds get in shape or workout to the list. If you added these to your list, here is some workout...
Dec 27, 2021•10 min
You've probably heard that reading is one of the most important things you can do. I've read that Warren Buffet said reading 500 pages per day was the key to success. So I had do some math when I read this. The average book is about 300 pages. This means that he reads a book and a half every day and about 600 books per year! So how to read a book for busy mom bosses? Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/how-to-get-clients-5-ways-to-get-clients-as-a-virtual-assistant/ RESOURCES MENTIONE...
Dec 23, 2021•20 min
Momtrepreneurs are busy. Yes, I just stated the most obvious quality about being a momtrepreneur. It is not easy to find time to invest in your education. You know you need to keep learning and growing, but how do you pick the best business books to read? Like everything else you do, this requires intentional planning and good recommendations. Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/my-top-8-best-business-books RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: How to Pick the Best Business Book: https://y...
Dec 22, 2021•22 min
As a momtrepreneur, it is not always easy to find time—between juggling clients, juggling schoolwork, and everything else that we have to do—to sit down and read. Like everything else it requires intentional planning and good recommendations. At the end of every year, I sit down and stare at my overflowing bookshelf, and then I scroll through my Kindle trying to decide the best business books to read in the new year. I am not in short supply of books to read. And I'm not even including the books...
Dec 21, 2021•10 min
During this busy time of the year, most people start planning their resolutions and goals for the new year. Unless, of course, you took my advice about planning goals at a different time. If you are starting to think about what to add to your list, I hope you are asking yourself this question: What books to read? #booksformoms #whatbooktoread #lifeunboxedblog Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/what-books-to-read-for-business-improvement-and-fun/ RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Goal ...
Dec 20, 2021•10 min
