46: Back to Fall Routines

46: Back to Fall Routines

Author: Kate Saffle and Melissa Risenhoover August 17, 2018 Duration: 22:42

Homeschooling, planners, and fall routines for the win! Kate and Melissa are back fun and informative episode about how they are working the homeschooling in a small space life. Melissa shares about their transition to apartment living and Kate gives the lowdown on homeschooling in her home on wheels. The two also share their planner systems and how they organize their days. Read on for more.

 

In this episode:

-- Melissa shares their homeschooling curriculum and the places they homeschool during the day.

-- Kate real talks life in 200 sq. ft with three little kids and how she homeschools her 7 year old with a toddler underfoot.

-- How to REALLY homeschool simply if you're short on space and time.

-- Free spirit Melissa's super traditional way of tracking her days.

-- Kate's rebellious planner side and the one system she just can't quit.

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The Cohesive Home Podcast is a conversation with friends who get it. Hosts Kate Saffle and Melissa Risenhoover are two moms who’ve found that a simpler, more intentional approach to family life creates space for what truly matters-less stress and more adventure. Each episode feels like grabbing a coffee with your most grounded, yet hilarious, friends. They dive into the real stuff: what family minimalism actually looks like when toys are everywhere, how to plan getaways with kids without losing your mind, and finding that elusive balance between personal ambitions and being present at home. This isn’t about perfect systems or picture-perfect lives; it’s about practical ideas and shared laughs over the beautiful chaos. The podcast moves at a relaxed pace, offering genuine takeaways in the span of a morning brew. You’ll hear their own stories, the mistakes and the wins, all focused on building a home that feels cohesive and light. It’s for anyone who wants to cut through the noise of modern parenting and cultivate a family culture filled with purpose and, most importantly, fun. Tune in for a dose of camaraderie and actionable inspiration for your own journey toward intentional living.
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