Let’s be honest, homeschooling while pregnant or postpartum isn’t for the faint of heart. Between exhaustion, emotions, and endless diaper changes, some days feel like survival mode. In this episode, Court and Jess keep it real about adjusting expectations, letting go of perfection, and finding joy (and maybe a nap) in the middle of it all.

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Today’s episode features a recorded conference session from a virtual homeschool conference held in August 2025 through Venture Upward. Court shares about finding balance in homeschool life, including rhythms, expectations, and letting go of pressure. This episode has a more classroom-style format but is full of encouragement for homeschool moms.

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Court and Jess are looking back at the year—mess, magic, and everything in between—and sharing how they set goals that actually fit real mom life. From small wins to big lessons, we’re reflecting on 2025 and talking about how we choose priorities, simplify our expectations, and create goals that bring peace, not pressure.

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In this episode of Homeschooling and Life Unfiltered with Court and Jess, we’re diving into the foods that make the holidays feel like the holidays. From the recipes passed down for generations to the simple treats our kids ask for every year, we’re sharing the flavors, smells, and traditions that fill our homes in December. Join us for stories, family favorites, and all the cozy nostalgia of holiday cooking and baking.

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In this episode of Homeschooling and Life Unfiltered with Court and Jess, we’re sharing our very favorite holiday books and reading traditions. From Christmas classics and heartwarming picture books to family read-alouds that make the season feel magical, we’re breaking down what we love, how we use them in our homes, and the stories our kids beg for year after year. Whether you’re building a holiday library or just want a few cozy reads to add to your December, this episode is full of inspiration for your family’s bookshelf.

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In this episode of Homeschooling and Life Unfiltered with Court and Jess, we’re sharing our favorite holiday activity traditions, and they couldn’t be more different! Court goes all in with an activity advent full of daily fun: themed dinners, gingerbread house competitions, art projects, baking days, and more. Jess keeps things cozy with a Christmas story advent, Sunday family movie nights, and simple traditions that anchor the season. Grab a blanket and settle in as we talk about building memories, creating connection, and making the holidays meaningful in your own way.

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The holidays are here, and every homeschool family handles them differently! In this episode of Homeschooling and Life Unfiltered with Court and Jess, we’re sharing how we each navigate learning during the most wonderful (and chaotic) time of the year. Jess keeps school mostly normal and takes a longer winter break, while Court shifts gears completely with “Christmas School” — keeping only math and sprinkling in all things festive. Join us as we chat about balancing traditions, learning, and family fun during the holiday season.

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Let’s be real, homeschooling with a house full of kids means the dishes never stop, the laundry multiplies overnight, and someone’s always hungry. In this episode of Homeschooling and Life Unfiltered with Court and Jess, we’re talking all things home management with kids, from chores and cleaning routines to tackling that never-ending laundry pile and keeping your sanity in the chaos.

We’ll share what’s worked (and what hasn’t) in our homes, how we get kids involved, and why perfection isn’t the goal, peace and teamwork are. Grab your favorite relaxing beverage or a load of laundry to fold and join us for a real, honest look at managing a household while homeschooling and still finding joy in the mess.

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