In this episode of the Redwood Parenting Podcast, Greg and Jacquie Francis open up about the intense pressure kids face in school and sports—and why their family chose homeschooling as a path toward freedom, joy, and intentional parenting.

They share personal stories of navigating academic stress, performance-driven sports culture, and the decision to put family first. You’ll hear how homeschooling created space for character development, deeper faith, and stronger family connection.

Key Takeaways:

• How traditional schooling and competitive sports can create performance pressure.
• Why homeschooling gave their family balance, freedom, and peace.
• Lessons learned from choosing faith and values over external expectations.
• Practical encouragement for parents navigating similar challenges.

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In this episode of the Redwood Parenting Podcast, Greg and Jacquie Francis share practical strategies for preparing your kids for the new school year while guarding your home’s atmosphere. From pep talks in the car to intentional breakfast conversations, they reveal how parents can build trust, reinforce family standards, and help kids face peer pressure with confidence. Whether your child is starting kindergarten, stepping into high school, or navigating friendships, this episode equips you to lead with intentionality, create safe conversations, and build lasting trust with your kids.

👉 Don’t miss these takeaways:

• How to guard your home’s culture from outside pressures
• The importance of prep talks and everyday check-ins
• Building trust so kids come to you first
• Practical ways to guide conversations naturally

🔔 Subscribe for more faith-filled, practical parenting tips every week!

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In this episode of the Redwood Parenting Podcast, Greg and Jacquie Francis share practical strategies for preparing your kids for the new school year while guarding your home’s atmosphere. From pep talks in the car to intentional breakfast conversations, they reveal how parents can build trust, reinforce family standards, and help kids face peer pressure with confidence.

Whether your child is starting kindergarten, stepping into high school, or navigating friendships, this episode equips you to lead with intentionality, create safe conversations, and build lasting trust with your kids.

👉 Don’t miss these takeaways:

• How to guard your home’s culture from outside pressures
• The importance of prep talks and everyday check-ins
• Building trust so kids come to you first
• Practical ways to guide conversations naturally

🔔 Subscribe for more faith-filled, practical parenting tips every week!

🌲 Explore more resources: redwoodparenting.com