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Welcome to Milspouse Matters, the podcast dedicated to encouraging military spouses!

I’m your host Jen McDonald, and I was a military spouse for 30 years until my husband’s retirement. We lived all around the world, raised four kids, and dealt with all the challenges and adventures of military life, just like you! I’m also the author of two books for military spouses. Over the years, I came to believe that we military spouses are tough, but we're only stronger together. Whether you’re a new or more seasoned spouse…Whatever life is throwing your way?  Let’s talk about it!

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Apr 5, 2020

If you suddenly find yourself in charge of supervising your kids' schooling due to the coronavirus pandemic, this episode is for you!

This week, Jen talks to Claire Wood, who is both a teacher and a homeschooling mom. Claire shares some great tips about 'temporary schooling from home,' including managing expectations, how to stay flexible while complying with what your school requires, keeping rhythms vs. worrying about tight schedules, tips to keep kids motivated, boredom busters, and so much more!

Whether you're homeschooling solo, trying to manage work from home along with home education, you'll find tips to make the days easier. Biggest reminder: this is not a normal time, so don't be so hard on yourself! We also talk about homeschooling while your military member is deployed or not available, and the importance of finding in-real-life support.

Click here for resources mentioned in this show, including Claire's free download, "10 Tips for Peaceful Temporary Homeschooling."

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