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#189 - How to Start Unschooling (Without Trying Every Homeschool Method First)05 Nov 202500:04:35

Thinking about unschooling but wondering if you have to “try everything else first”? You don’t. 💛

In this episode, Sue Patterson from Unschooling Mom2Mom shares a gentle pep talk for parents who feel called toward unschooling but still hesitate. Maybe you’re waiting for the right method, the right time, or the right confidence — but what if you’re already ready enough?

Sue unpacks common fears, clears up misinformation from the homeschooling community, and reminds you that unschooling isn’t extreme — it’s human.

👉 Visit UnschoolingMom2Mom.com
for more resources, and join the Creating Confidence Membership for weekly support and encouragement. (Discounted for Podcast listeners - no sign-up fee!)

Read the Transcript here: 
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/the-path-to-unschooling-how-to-know-when-youre-ready-to-start

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#188 - Unschooling Halloween: Everyday Learning in Disguise27 Oct 202500:06:16

Unschooling + Halloween = real learning. 🎃
Discover how curiosity, culture, and connection replace curriculum this week with Sue Patterson’s gentle guidance.

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No Need to Pause Learning — Halloween Is the Lesson!

Ever wonder how you’re going to celebrate holidays — like Halloween or Día de los Muertos — and fit in the lessons you planned for the week? 🎃
Here’s the secret: you don’t have to choose. The holiday is the lesson.

In this week’s Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast episode, Sue shows how these fall celebrations are filled with real learning opportunities — from spooky storytelling and candy math to science, art, and cultural history. You’ll see how learning weaves naturally into family traditions when you slow down, stay curious, and let the season lead the way.

Whether you’re almost unschooling or a (usually) confident unschooler, this conversation will help you relax, reconnect, and see the everyday learning that’s already happening all around you.

🎃 Inside the Episode:

  • How to let Halloween be the lesson
  • Subject-by-subject learning ideas (Language Arts, Math, Science, Fine Arts, and Social Studies)
  • Día de los Muertos projects that connect heart, history, and creativity
  • How connection teaches more than curriculum ever could

💡 Resources Mentioned:

✨ Subscribe on YouTube or your favorite podcast app for weekly encouragement — and remember, pausing curriculum doesn't mean pausing LEARNING.

Holidays can BE the lessons! 

Let me know what you think of this!

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#179 School “Lessons” Fueling Your Parenting Doubts?19 Aug 202500:09:07

School taught us lessons we didn’t even realize we were absorbing—and they’re still messing with us today.

Most of us didn’t realize it while we were sitting in classrooms—but school was teaching us a lot more than math and grammar. It was shaping how we see ourselves, how we parent, and even how we value creativity and curiosity.

In this episode, we’re digging into 3 hidden “lessons” school taught us that still show up in our lives every day:

  1. Follow directions. Don’t ask questions.
  2. Creativity only counts if it looks like everyone else’s.
  3. If you don’t fit the mold, you’re the problem.

These aren’t just school rules—they’re a kind of brainwashing we carry long after graduation. You may not even realize how much this is creeping into your parenting—but it’s probably at the heart of why you’re doubting yourself so much.

Let me know what you think of this!

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#89: Surviving Curriculum Season - as Unschoolers08 Mar 202300:13:44

This is the time of year where homeschooling parents are busy making plans for next year.  And that can lead to some uncomfortable park days or conversations on facebook for unschoolers.

So let's tackle why that is so problematic, and what we can do to resist wasting all that money on curriculum!

Membership
If you need more unschooling support, please join us in the Creating Confidence Membership group. You really don't have to do this alone!

Jumping Into Unschooling
If you want to unschool, but feel a little lost on what that actually means, I have the perfect course for you!

A few more Unschooling resources to help you:

Here's the podcast with extra links:
Surviving the Curriculum Season... as Unschoolers

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#88: What Sparks Joy? Unschoolers Knew...08 Feb 202300:09:25

Unschooling moms are smiling everywhere, as Marie Kondo shifts gears about tidying up now that she has three kids. 

We knew it was unsustainable.

For unschooling parents who have kids underfoot all day long, diving into projects and strewing their stuff all over the house... let's just say that carefully folded socks do not tend to rise to the top of the priority list!

Why I'm bringing this up on an unschooling podcast is because Marie's new focus is about shifting perspectives, prioritizing relationships and focusing on what matters. Now she's speaking our language!

I've also included a bit written by Shannon Loucks about our houses being a mess.
It's lovely - you won't want to miss that - and it's linked at the blogpost/transcript.

And if you're interested in more from Shannon, her book is available:
Love More: 50 Ways to Build Joy into Childhood.

UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES:
Creating Confidence Membership group - where parents are sharing how to get more confident with this unconventional way of NOT duplicating school! Coaching calls, a huge members-only library packed with resources, a wonderfully supportive unschooling community - you should join us!

Unschooling Updates - Weekly emails full of unschooling ideas, resource links, and inspiration from me!  My free email list will help us stay connected! 

Here's the link to the podcast transcript with a few more resource links.
What Sparks Joy? Unschoolers Knew...


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#87: Unschooling on a Budget!30 Jan 202300:15:25

If you're thinking that unschooling is expensive, let me set your mind at ease! This podcast is ALL about moving away from schoolish thinking and seeing all the low-cost and FREE options available for your kids to learn!

I even have a FREE PDF for you!
40 Ideas to Unschool on a Budget

Hop over to the blog to read along:
Unschooling on a Limited Budget

Join the email list to hear about discounts to unschooling resources:
Subscribe to Unschooling Updates

AND! If you're seeing this in January 2023,
You can save 50% off the new unschooler course:
JUMPING INTO UNSCHOOLING
only $99! 
Use the discount code: SUBSCRIBERS

Let me know what you think of this!

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Whether you prefer daily encouragement or a supportive community with live coaching, you can explore it all and see what fits your family best.

Choose the level of support that fits you best—from daily encouragement to live coaching and community.

Come spend a week with us!

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

#86: Brainstorming and Making Plans11 Jan 202300:06:02

Ready for 2023?
Let's talk about how to brainstorm with the kids and make plans that everyone will love!

Here's the link to the Brainstorming tool I mentioned in the podcast:
Brainstorming Time

If you'd still like to look back at 2022 to see what you'd like to bring with you into the new year, here are a couple of tools to help you:

New Year's Workbook - an unschooling resource to help you see all the progress that was made last year. It might be just the reassurance you need as you plan ahead.

Video Interviews - Get the kids going with talking with family members about favorites and memories - on video! So fun!

All three of these resources are on sale as a bundle until January 15:
Discounted January Bundle

And ALL of it - including personal help from me throughout the week - can be yours!
Join us in the Creating Confidence Membership Group!

Let me know what you think of this!

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Whether you prefer daily encouragement or a supportive community with live coaching, you can explore it all and see what fits your family best.

Choose the level of support that fits you best—from daily encouragement to live coaching and community.

Come spend a week with us!

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

#85: Your Unschooling End-of-Year Review 28 Dec 202200:06:16

As we wrap up 2022, let's reflect on the successes and challenges we've faced - and even overcome this past year! 

Taking a little time to review allows you to learn from what worked and what didn't. It helps you move forward with intention. Sure, unschoolers leave a lot of room for flexibility and pivoting! But having this information will give you some ideas - and it may even remind you of how great the year actually was!

This podcast gives you a lot of questions to ask yourself.
And also some tools to help you:


One-to-One Coaching - get answers to your questions or help for challenges!
Discounted Coaching Calls with Sue Patterson through January 1st.

Creating Confidence Membership - Group Coaching for Unschooling Parents

Read the transcript

Let me know what you think of this!

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Whether you prefer daily encouragement or a supportive community with live coaching, you can explore it all and see what fits your family best.

Choose the level of support that fits you best—from daily encouragement to live coaching and community.

Come spend a week with us!

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

#84: 5 Strategies to Get Rid of Holiday Stress14 Dec 202200:08:52

Sue Patterson shares 5 strategies to help homeschooling and unschooling parents decrease the stress and enjoy their families - during the holidays or ANY TIME stress starts to feel overwhelming.

After raising 3 unschooled kids of her own, Sue knows what it's like in the parenting trenches! Focusing on these five areas will really help you!

UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES

Unschooling Guide: Stressed Out
Unschooling Guide:  Holiday Learning

Creating Confidence Membership

Pinterest Board: Self Care

Transcript/Links at the Unschooling Mom2Mom website:
5 Strategies to Get Rid of Holiday Stress

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#83: 3 Stumbling Blocks to Unschooling06 Dec 202200:07:31

What does it take to unschool?
Sue Patterson shares 3 stumbling blocks parents have to overcome to successfully unschool. Or at least, to get the most benefit from it!

Sue's Unschooling Resources

Creating Confidence Membership
Learning how to conquer obstacles like these is often best done in community with other unschooling parents working on the same objective.

Private Coaching with Sue
Sometimes we have questions that we'd like answers to - Sue can help!

Read the 3 Stumbling Blocks with the Podcast Transcript here:
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/what-does-it-take-to-unschool-3-common-stumbling-blocks

Let me know what you think of this!

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Whether you prefer daily encouragement or a supportive community with live coaching, you can explore it all and see what fits your family best.

Choose the level of support that fits you best—from daily encouragement to live coaching and community.

Come spend a week with us!

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

#82: Coping with Holiday Get Togethers - as Unschoolers23 Nov 202200:08:27

Are you dreading the questions that are sure to come up at the upcoming holiday gatherings? Here are some solution-focused ideas that might help calm your nerves and help you move through these events with ease.

Links mentioned in the podcast: 

Transcript with links:
Coping with Holiday Get Togethers - as Unschoolers

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#81: Heroes in Training - Community Service25 Oct 202200:04:50

Michael Patterson, Sue's son, shares some thoughts about some of the community service projects he and his family participated in as he was growing up.
And it didn't stop there!

This is the first Guest Podcast for Unschooling Mom2Mom - hope you like it!


UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES for YOU

Creating Confidence Membership Group
Join other parents sharing ideas and getting encouragement!

Jumping Into Unschooling Course
Get that strong unschooling foundation - in just a couple days!

Read transcript (and see a photo of Michael & Sue recording this!)
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/heroes-in-training


Let me know what you think of this!

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Choose the level of support that fits you best—from daily encouragement to live coaching and community.

Come spend a week with us!

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

#80: "I went to School and I'm Fine!"18 Oct 202200:10:16

Do you hear that from people?
Do you think it yourself?

Let's look at why you might NOT be fine after 12 years in school.
No, I'm not hating on school. But I'm not sweeping the problems under the rug either. 
Let me know what you think in the blog comments - or wherever you're listening.

NEED UNSCHOOLING SUPPORT?
I can help you!

Creating Confidence Membership
Join my coaching group for ongoing support, inspiration and encouragement.

Jumping Into Unschooling
Create a strong unschooling foundation on your own through this fabulous course.

Read the transcript at the blog

Let me know what you think of this!

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Whether you prefer daily encouragement or a supportive community with live coaching, you can explore it all and see what fits your family best.

Choose the level of support that fits you best—from daily encouragement to live coaching and community.

Come spend a week with us!

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

#178 - What If Learning Isn’t Linear? Trusting the Spiral in Unschooling05 Aug 202500:03:08

Do you ever wonder if your child is learning "enough"? 

Or worry that they’ve missed something important?

Let's explore how learning actually unfolds—through spirals, not straight lines.

Instead of a rigid, step-by-step sequence, unschoolers learn by revisiting ideas over time, layering understanding, and making meaningful connections when they’re ready. This spiral approach to learning naturally fills in what schools call “gaps”—without forcing, pressuring, or sticking to arbitrary timelines.

You'll learn:
 🌀 Why unschooling doesn’t follow a linear path—and why that’s a good thing
 🌱 How natural curiosity leads to deeper, more lasting learning
 📚 What it looks like when kids circle back to topics on their own terms
 🌻 How spirals show up in nature—and what they teach us about growth and learning
 💬 How to reframe those “behind” worries and trust your child’s unique rhythm

If you’ve ever googled:
 🔍 “How do unschoolers catch up?”
 🔍 “What if my child misses something important?”
 🔍 “How does learning happen without a plan?”
 🔍 “Can kids really learn without school?”

—this conversation is for you.

✨ Learning doesn’t follow a checklist.
 ✨ There are no missed windows.
 ✨ Growth is happening—even if it’s quiet, slow, or spiraling.

Come take a breath and lean into the spiral.

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See the graphic for how Spiral Learning Works: 

https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/learning-isn-t-linear-it-spirals

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Whether you prefer daily encouragement or a supportive community with live coaching, you can explore it all and see what fits your family best.

Choose the level of support that fits you best—from daily encouragement to live coaching and community.

Come spend a week with us!

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

#79: Unschooling and a Real Life Curriculum12 Oct 202200:05:47

Looking for that perfect homeschooling curriculum?
Unschoolers create curriculum through brainstorming with their kids.
You can too!

Sue Patterson shares why it's a good idea in this quick unschooling pep talk podcast!

Here are some of the tools she mentions:

Brainstorming Guide:
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product/Brainstorm

Creating Confidence Membership Group:
http://www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com/membership

Unschooling Mom2Mom website:
http://www.UnschoolingMom2mom

Not Mentioned, but good to look back to:
Past Podcast: Unschooling Curriculum


Let me know what you think of this!

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Choose the level of support that fits you best—from daily encouragement to live coaching and community.

Come spend a week with us!

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

#78: Are Your Kids Worried about Unschooling?04 Oct 202200:08:01

Maybe they're afraid they're not going to know what they need to know.
Or maybe they wonder why you've shifted gears and now all those things that used to matter with school or traditional homeschooling, doesn't seem to matter any more!

It's important to talk with the kids and explain how you're choosing this approach intentionally.  Let's talk about about how to do this here in the podcast.

Join the Membership Group
If you need help finding the subjects weaving through every day life, join my membership group. I help parents figure out which subjects are happening in the every day lives of your kids! When we can help you get past the fear, this will all be easier to see. (I've even done some private podcasts for members' kids to tap into!)

Jumping into Unschooling Course
Maybe you like the organization of a class to help you create a strong unschooling foundation. That's what I've created for you!

Learning Math Without Curriculum
This new course walks you through EXACTLY how you'll provide the experiences and create the opportunities for your own child. Don't waste another dime on curriculum! Including a section for unschooling teens!


Here's the link to read along while you listen:
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/are-the-kids-concerned

Let me know what you think of this!

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Whether you prefer daily encouragement or a supportive community with live coaching, you can explore it all and see what fits your family best.

Choose the level of support that fits you best—from daily encouragement to live coaching and community.

Come spend a week with us!

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

#77: When All They Want to Do is Play!14 Sep 202200:07:13

Parents want to know what to do when their kids are only interested in playing make-believe or pretend play with their toys. They wonder when the "Real Learning" is going to start.

Sue Patterson, Unschooling Mom2Mom, answers parents by sharing the subjects that are often weaving throughout this imaginative playtime.  Kids really are hard-wired to learn, but we may need a little help SEEING what's going on under the surface.

Get more help from Sue and see the learning that's happening throughout your child's day:

Join the Creating Confidence Membership Group
In addition to coaching calls where we talk about this (and other questions parents have) , our private membership portal offers more resources to help you reframe the way you're seeing learning.

1:1 Coaching with Sue Patterson
Maybe groups aren't your thing - or you just can't fit it into your schedule! We can set up a coaching call to conquer your fears!

Jumping Into Unschooling
Maybe you'd like a systematic approach to creating a strong unschooling foundation.
This is the course for you!


This Podcast (with the graphic Sue refers to,) is here.

Let me know what you think of this!

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Whether you prefer daily encouragement or a supportive community with live coaching, you can explore it all and see what fits your family best.

Choose the level of support that fits you best—from daily encouragement to live coaching and community.

Come spend a week with us!

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

#76: Technology and Our Kids08 Sep 202200:09:57

Worried about your kids use of technology and screens? Sue Patterson helps you understand how to see it through an unschooling lens.

You can read the transcript here:
Technology and Your Kids

If you need more help with this, Sue offers a variety of resources:

Unschooling Mom2Mom Website

Let me know what you think of this!

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Whether you prefer daily encouragement or a supportive community with live coaching, you can explore it all and see what fits your family best.

Choose the level of support that fits you best—from daily encouragement to live coaching and community.

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www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

#75: What about Parenting... as Unschoolers? 30 Aug 202200:07:45

If we've decided to unschool, we may see value in applying many of these principles to parenting too. 

The mainstream familiar way most of us recognize, actually works against parents in so many ways. Because it’s so focused on control and fear - fear that the kids will do something wrong or that we’ll be considered a bad mom or dad - we shouldn’t be too surprised that it starts the ball rolling in a negative direction.

Let's talk about ways to shift this in meaningful way - that will actually work!

UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES:

Free NOT Back to School Webinar
Register here

Creating Confidence Membership Group
Join us here

Jumping Into Unschooling Course
Price goes up at the end of the month - so grab it now!

This Transcript:
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/what-about-unschooling-and-parenting

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#74: You're Unschooling - Now what's the plan??25 Aug 202200:07:20

Let's talk about what these first few weeks of unschooling are going to look like - for you and for the kids.

I have a Free Unschooling Checklist Challenge - especially for those of you who are new to unschooling! It's a 7-day email series to walk you through these first few steps. Each day, we'll talk about something you need as you get started, I'll give you a couple of action steps and a PDF. We'll do it togther!
Sign up for the Free Challenge here.

This link will take you to the (newly designed!) website with the transcript and a few more resources:  Unschooling, Now What?

Creating Confidence membership is still the best way to grow your confidence! Benefits include a huge library of members-only resources (including a lot of Unschooling Guides and pieces of Guides), group coaching calls with me, and a variety of ways to connect with this wonderfully supportive community.


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#73: Don't Do It!16 Aug 202200:08:08

Are you one of those parents who are reluctantly sending their kids off to school?
Imagine me whispering, "Don't Do It!"

In this podcast, I'm talking about some of the reasons people might ignore their gut and send the kids off to school - and letting you know that you DO have options.
Unschooling really DOES work - I can help you figure out what to do INSTEAD of School!

UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES
Creating Confidence Membership
Get coaching, community and a huge library of unschooling resources made for Sue's Membership Group

Jumping Into Unschooling Course 
The price is going up in September, so grab it now!

Free Email List - Unschooling Updates

Website: Unschooling Mom2Mom

Let me know what you think of this!

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Whether you prefer daily encouragement or a supportive community with live coaching, you can explore it all and see what fits your family best.

Choose the level of support that fits you best—from daily encouragement to live coaching and community.

Come spend a week with us!

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

#72: Unschooling and Parents of Pre-Schoolers28 Jul 202200:09:05

What about unschooling and parents of pre-schoolers?
Are you facing a lot of pressure as you're trying to choose what's best for your little ones?

Even if you DON'T end up unschooling, delaying academics is proving to be a much better option for kids. Don't duplicate school just because it's familiar!

Let's talk a bit about what's going on when you're parenting little ones, and how to get support if you're opting for something like unschooling.

UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES:

Creating Confidence Membership Group
You don't have to do this alone!

Unschooling Updates
Sue Patterson's free emails

Let me know what you think of this!

Support the show

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You don't have to do this alone.

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Whether you prefer daily encouragement or a supportive community with live coaching, you can explore it all and see what fits your family best.

Choose the level of support that fits you best—from daily encouragement to live coaching and community.

Come spend a week with us!

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

#71: When Your Teen Hates School19 Jul 202200:11:18

What do you do when your teen hates school - and anything that seems even a little bit "educational?"  In this episode of the podcast, Sue Patterson shares how and why the unschooling approach is perfect for this!

The BEST resource to grab - especially if you as the parent keep leaning toward wanting to duplicate school is The Unschooling Guide: Brainstorm Time. Use it as a planner with your teens.  Nothing "schoolish" in here - but it's the start to living a full rich life! And that's where you'll find that learning happens every single day! Without power struggles!

Needing the support of a community?
Creating Confidence Membership Group is awesome!

Looking for a DIY way to explore unschooling?
Jumping into Unschooling Course
JULY SALE! Save $50 by using the code: JULY

Sue's Book!
Homeschooled Teens: 75 Young People Speak about Their Lives Without School

Let me know what you think of this!

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Whether you prefer daily encouragement or a supportive community with live coaching, you can explore it all and see what fits your family best.

Choose the level of support that fits you best—from daily encouragement to live coaching and community.

Come spend a week with us!

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

#70: Connecting with Your Kids - Unschooling Tips!06 Jul 202200:08:55

Are you having a little trouble with connecting with your kids?
Could your relationship stand some improvements?

Connecting with your kids is a big component of successful unschooling - but it's something every parent can do a little better with.  Sue Patterson shares some practical tips for how little changes can have a big impact!

Use the Conversation Starter Cards
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product/conversation-starter-cards/

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Creating Confidence Membership Group
http://www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com/membership

Here's the link to see the transcript at the Unschooling Mom2Mom blog:
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/connecting-with-your-kids/

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#177 - Thousands of Unschooling Families Later...29 Jul 202500:05:47

When we started Unschooling Mom2Mom back in 2014, I had no idea it would grow into a space that would support thousands of families across the world—but 11 years later, here we are. 💛

🎉 Happy Anniversary to all of us!

Unschooling Mom2Mom has stood the test of time. 🌻

Because even though the online landscape is always changing, certain truths about unschooling still hold up—year after year, family after family.

If you’ve ever found yourself thinking:
🌀 “Am I doing this right?”
🌀 “Is this even working?”
🌀 “Why does everyone else seem so confident?”
...this community is for you.

So much of this journey is easier when you know you’re not the only one. Finding community can be a game changer for decreasing your doubt and growing your confidence.

Have you found unschoolers to brainstorm with? Has Unschooling Mom2Mom helped you? Let me know in the comments.

___________DON'T MISS THIS!______________

If you want hand-holding through this (often stressful) season, join the Not Back to School 30-Day Reset. 

The 2025 Cohort starts together on August 11th.

But you can get an Early Bird discount AND a ton of Bonus resources if you hop on this before July is over! August 1st is on FRIDAY - I know, crazy - but don't miss out!

https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/NBTS-2025


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#69: What about ALMOST Unschooling?28 Jun 202200:13:13

Lots of parents like some aspects of unschooling and other aspects of traditional schooling. Can that work out somehow? Let's talk about it!

MORE UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES

Podcast Transcript here:
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/can-you-be-almost-unschooling/

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#68: Following Kids' Interests 21 Jun 202200:11:25

When unschoolers say, "We follow our kids' interests," how does that even work?
Sue Patterson, homeschooling mom of 25+ years and Unschooling Mom2Mom founder, shares how following your child's interests is the starting place for unschooling families!

Listen to the podcast and then send your questions here for Sue to follow up with you!
https://airtable.com/shrB2QujGuODq4DEa

MORE UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES:

Unschooling Updates - free emails with inspiration and resources

Creating Confidence Membership - group coaching in a private unschooling community

Brainstorming Time - Sue's Unschooling Guide to help you find ways to connect and create learning  experiences with your kids

Unschooling Mom2Mom Website
Past Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcasts

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#67: Father's Day!18 Jun 202200:05:14

Unschooling Mom2Mom is giving a nod to all the fathers out there!
Hoping you enjoy and connect with your kids!

Unschooling Resources connected with this podcast:
Transcript: Unschooling and Father's Day

Conversation Starter Cards

Podcast: When Dad's Not Onboard with Unschooling

Blogpost: An Unschooling Dad Looks Back

Creating Confidence Membership Group 
when it helps to figure this all out in a community of supportive unschooling parents!


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#66: Unschooling This Summer!07 Jun 202200:12:18

How about Unschooling this summer?
I don't mean drop the kids off at the pool and pick them up at the end of the day.
I'm talking about REALLY unschooling. Being intentional.  Learning about how to do it and going "all in."

I have suggestions in the podcast and more links to help you along! You can do it!! You'll be glad you did - maybe you'll even like it BEYOND the Summertime!

Unschooling Resources:

https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/unschooling-this-summer


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#65: Unschooling: 10 Benefits for PARENTS23 May 202200:08:29

In Podcast #34, I gave Pros and Cons for Unschooling.
But a listener notice that while I gave a lot of benefits for kids who are unschooled, I didn't mention the benefits that PARENTS get when they choose to unschool their kids.

So that's where we're going this week.
What are all the perks moms and dads will receive when they unschool their kids?
 
I have listed 10 - and I'm sure there are more!
Tell me at the blog or anywhere that allows you to leave comments.
You can always submit a follow up question or share your thoughts here:
Q4Sue form

Diving Deeper for Unschooling Support:

  1. If you're looking for ways to grow your confidence in unschooling, it's time to join us in the membership group!   More about the Creating Confidence Membership.
  2. Create a strong unschooling foundation by taking the Jumping Into Unschooling Course.

Past podcasts are all listed here too, with links to the blogposts associated with them. Some have additional PDFs, so be sure to check them out!
Past Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcasts

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#64: Is Homeschooling NOT Working Out?16 May 202200:11:54

When  you dive into homeschooling, but the kids resist or it just doesn't go the way you thought it would... parents often turn to unschooling.

Actually, this is often The Evolution of the Unschooler! 😉
So you're not alone.

The more traditional homeschooling approach is what's most familiar - and most families start there.  Let's talk about what it would take to move toward unschooling. You'll be glad you did!

Unschooling Resources

FREE PDF to help you dive deeper!

New! Learning Math Without Curriculum
This new course walks you through EXACTLY how you'll provide the experiences and create the opportunities for your own child. Don't waste another dime on curriculum! Including a section for unschooling teens!

Subscribe to Unschooling Updates - free weekly emails with more unschooling resources!


See the transcript for this podcast - here at the Unschooling Mom2Mom Blog

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#63: Are You Afraid of Unschooling?11 May 202200:11:37

Do you like the *idea* of unschooling, but are fearful about other parts?
This podcast can help you tackle some of the common fears that arise when you're considering unschooling. Like:
- You're worried they won't learn what they need to be functioning adults.
- You're  worried they'll never learn academics.
- You're worried they won't have any friends.
- You're worried this choice will screw up their career options.
- You're worried they'll hate you when they grow up and feel you made a bad choice.

Sue Patterson shares some reassuring information about how unschooling can work for you - without these fears ever actually happening.  Fear makes us play small and keeps us from a fabulous life.  Let's overcome them so you can be the parent you want to be and help your family enjoy each other!

UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES:

Sue's Membership Group: Creating Confidence

Unschooling Guides:
Academics Bundle
Socialization

Homeschooled Teens: 75 Young People Speak about Their Lives without School (book)

Private 1:1 Coaching


Read along at the blog:
Unschooling - What Are You Afraid of?
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/unschooling-what-are-you-afraid-of/

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#62: Unschooling Q & A07 May 202200:31:14

Send your questions here for future podcasts:
Q4SUE:
https://airtable.com/shrB2QujGuODq4DEa

THIS video has the 4 questions you were hoping to see in the recording.
🌻  Talking to Kids about Unschooling
🌻  What about Kindergarten?
🌻  Unschooling and Neurodivergent Kids
🌻  Finding locals




❓ Question #1 Resources:
🌻  Unschooling Mom2Mom website:
http://www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

🎥  That Word, Unschooling
https://youtu.be/TWNBKikifco

💡  Unschooling Guide: New to Unschooling
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product/new-to-unschooling/

💡  Unschooling Guide: Deschooling
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product/deschooling/




❓ Question #2 Resources:
Unschooling Kindergarten
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/unschooling-kindergarten/

🎙Podcast #36: Unschooling Playtime
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/unschooling-and-playtime/

🎙Podcast #7: Teaching, Learning & Unschooling
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/reframing-teaching-learning-unschooling-partnership/

💡  Unschooling Guide: Critics & Naysayers
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product/critics-and-naysayers/



❓ Question #3 Resources:
➡️  FB Group: Unschooling Every Family: Embracing Neurodivergent and Disabled Learners
https://www.facebook.com/groups/unschoolingeveryfamily

➡️  FB Group: Unschooling Disabled Learners
https://www.facebook.com/groups/972568726544814

🎙Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast #37 - Unschooling Disabled Kids
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/unschooling-kids-with-special-needs/



❓ Question #4 Resources:
🎙Podcast #27: Finding or Building Community
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/unschooling-community/

🔎  Finding Local Groups (at the website)
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/find-local-groups/

🔎  Finding Locals at Unschooling Mom2Mom FB group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/UnschoolingMom2Mom/learning_content




✅  Join Sue's Creating Confidence Coaching Group
http://www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com/membership

✅  Jumping Into Unschooling Course
https://suepatterson-unschooling.thinkific.com/courses/jumping-into-unschooling

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#61: Mother's Day and THAT Mom!03 May 202200:09:39

This week is Mothers’s Day.  And since the podcast is Unschooling Mom2Mom, I thought it’s important to talk about it a little. I actually have a collection of writings about Mother’s Day: 

AND! I have some free printables for you - ways to help your kids connect with this Mother's Day concept without any mention of school!
 
Grab the Mother's Day PDF here:
https://unschooling-mom2mom.ck.page/e76330687c

The post from Mother’s Day 2020 has a lot of interesting links - all focusing a bit on the HYPE of Mother’s Day.  Because, you know, Mother’s Day didn’t start out this way. The founder, Anna Jarvis, is probably rolling over in her grave because this is NOT what she had in mind.

And, like all holidays, they can be triggering. We see these beautiful Instagram posts and then we look over and our kids have forgotten. Especially if you’re a single mom and no one is helping your child plan ahead for this “Big Day.”  Or maybe we’re reminded that our own mothers aren’t here or weren’t that great when they were.

So if you need to scroll on past Mother’s Day, do you!
Seriously.
It’s not worth putting undue pressure on anyone.

Because really, appreciation is an inside job. You do what you do because that’s how you want to parent. It’s how you want to mother. Not to get flowers or feedback from anyone else that you’re doing a good job. YOU determine if you like the job you’re doing. That’s a lot of that People Pleasing that's been conditioned into us. Also it's that school-induced idea about “showing your work,” or it-doesn’t-count-unless-it’s-externally-praised. 
Isn’t it time to let THAT go??

I also wanted to talk a little about being THAT mom. You know the one. The one who gets the side eye from friends and relatives. The one who marches to her own beat. And if you’re unschooling, partnering with your kids as you’re navigating this Parenting Thing, odds are, you’re the one they’re talking about.

I'll share some specifics about raising my own 3 unschoolers on the podcast with more at the blogpost. Are you THAT mom too? Tell us in the comments here:
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/mothers-day-and-that-mom/


Creating Confidence Membership
If you need to surround yourself with other parents who are prioritizing partnering with their kids, you'll love the support in my private coaching group. So many awesome resources too. It's a month-by-month plan, so stay as long as you'd like!

Unschooling Updates
Getting on my free email list will bring unschooling resources to your inbox! 
Let's stay connected!

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#60: 3 Step Formula for Unschooling Success!27 Apr 202200:07:03

After years of saying there's no formula for successful unschooling, I've discovered there actually is!!! And now I can share it with you!

Knowledge + Support + Action = Success!

And here's the best resource to help you:
Creating Confidence Membership Group

  • Members-only library of unschooling resources
  • Group coaching calls where you can ask questions and get support from me
  • A private community of unschooling parents helping each other along the way.

Take action! 
Get the information and support you need - stay as long as you like. 
No long time commitments. 

See you over there! 



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#176 Back to School Season: Handling the Second-Guessing21 Jul 202500:07:58

Feeling the pressure as everyone heads back to school?
Even the most committed unschooling parents can feel a wave of doubt this time of year.

In this episode, we’ll talk about:
 – Why second-guessing shows up (even when you know unschooling is right)
– How to stay grounded when the school supply sales and social media posts start rolling in
– What real support looks like during this season of uncertainty

You don’t have to do this alone.

 If the back-to-school energy is messing with your mindset, this episode is for you!

_________________________________________________

✨ NOT Back to School: 2025 Cohort

When everyone’s going back to school—and you’re not—it’s completely normal to feel the pressure.
Even if you’re still unsure about unschooling, one thing’s clear: that school bus isn’t stopping at your house this year.

You don’t have to figure this out alone.

Join a group of parents walking this same path—asking the same questions, finding their footing, and building something better for their families.

That’s exactly what the Not Back to School: 30-Day Guided Reset is here for.

A full month of coaching, encouragement, and specific resources to help you start the year feeling confident and supported.


🎁 Sign up by July 31 to get Early Bird pricing ($99) and unlock exclusive bonuses!

👉 https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/NBTS-2025


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#59: Mistakes to Avoid When You're a New Homeschooler / Unschooler18 Apr 202200:09:18

OR we could call this...
STEP AWAY FROM THE CURRICULUM!!!

When you're new, it's not uncommon to focus on curriculum purchases or ways to teach your kids all kinds of cool things! And if you're in homeschooling communities, this time of year is really buzzing about what to buy for next year!

I want to let you know that rushing out to buy that curriculum is the biggest mistake I see when you're new! Whether you are homeschooling or unschooling - or anything in between.

This podcast will walk you through what the problem is - and how to avoid the mistake!

UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES

8 Mistakes New Unschoolers Make (YouTube Video)

Jumping Into Unschooling Course
When you need the details for how to make this work!

Creating Confidence Membership Group
When you need more support as you step into this unconventional approach to learning.

Q4Sue Form
For your unschooling questions!

Unschooling Updates
My weekly email to keep us connected


You Can Do This!! And I have so many ways to get you the support you need to be successful over at the website: Unschooling Mom2Mom

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#58: Friday Unschooling Q & A!15 Apr 202200:23:37

Each Friday, I'm bringing a few of YOUR questions to the Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast! 

This week, here are the topic questions:

  1. Do we nudge our 13.5 who doesn't seem very motivated or goal-oriented?
  2. What about a 3.5 year old who is struggling with food choices?
  3. What are your thoughts about starting an Unschooling School - why didn't you?

This is also over at YouTube, if you'd like to see it there.
https://youtu.be/gTpbA7Nd11k

Some of Unschooling Resources Mentioned:

Creating Confidence Membership
When you need more unschooling support from me and a private community of unschooling parents!

Unschooling Guide: Strewing

Unschooling Guide: Learning to Write

Jumping Into Unschooling Course
When you're ready to be successful at unschooling!

Radical Unschooling - Parenting

FUTURE QUESTIONS:
Q4Sue Form
https://airtable.com/shrB2QujGuODq4DEa

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#57: 9 Solutions If You're Stressed Out!11 Apr 202200:10:18

Let's identify 9 causes that may be making you feel stressed or even burnt out. I'll give you some solutions here in the podcast and resources to help you dive deeper.

Unschooling Guide: Stressed Out
Creating Confidence Membership Group
Subscribe to Unschooling Updates - my free emails.

Transcript with even MORE links at the website: HERE
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/stressed-out-as-unschoolers/

Did you like this episode? You can always buy me a cup of coffee to keep going!
Buy Sue a Coffee


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#56: Oh! That Word, Unschooling!!!04 Apr 202200:13:38

A lot of people are not crazy about the word, Unschooling!
Do you like the idea of Unschooling, but wish the word was... something else?

I've gathered a lot of options for you - as well as explaining why you might want to actually use the word.
Come listen - you may find some ways to refer to what you're doing without using the label at all!

The transcript is in blogpost form here:
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/that-word-unschooling/

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Creating Confidence Membership

Want Free Unschooling Resources?
Subscribe to Unschooling Updates

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#55: What My Unschooled Kids Never Learned28 Mar 202200:07:09

Do you wonder if your kids will miss out on something important if you unschool them? 

Sue Patterson shares what her 3 now-grown kids never learned! 😬 
All because they chose to unschool!

Or just buy her a coffee! ☕️

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#54: Your Unschooling Manifesto23 Mar 202200:12:56

A Manifesto helps us get clear on what we believe.

This kind of clarity about unschooling will help you weather the storms that come your way - your own doubts, criticism from others, bad days.

Grab a notebook and let's see if I can help you create your own!

UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES
So many at the website - correlating with the different topics of this manifesto
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/unschooling-manifesto/

Join the Creating Confidence Membership Group
You don't have to do this alone!

Jumping Into Unschooling
The course that will REALLY strengthen your foundation!

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#53: It's A Wrap... for Season 1!09 Mar 202200:03:37

And what do we want to do for Season 2 here at the Unschooling Mom2Mom podcast?

Unschooling Resources from Sue:

Membership - for those who want a supportive community and group coaching.

Course - for those who want to create  strong unschooling foundation

Guides - for individual topics and issues parents face when choosing to unschool

Buy Me a Coffee! - if you like the podcast and would like to see it continue ad-free!

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#52: Hygge for Unschoolers23 Feb 202200:06:01

Hygge and Unschooling have a lot in common!
Let's look at it and learn from the Danes!

UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES

Sue's Membership Group
For ongoing support and resources!

Unschooling Guide: Unschooling Your Home
Room by room tips to help you create a fabulous unschooling home!

Transcript here:
Hygge for Unschoolers

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#51: Addicted to Technology?15 Feb 202200:11:54

So many parents worry that their kids are on their electronics too much.
They've read all the social media posts and they think their kids my be addicted to their screens.

Is this something you're thinking? And then when we add in the added layer of liking the unschooling concepts - how will that fit in with your kids and their fascination with their video games or their phones???

I can help you figure this out! Odds are, they're not addicted at all. But you're going to need to look at things a little differently.

After 25 years of unschooling - and seeing countless kids playing with technology - I'm here to share what I've seen that will help your situation. Let's dive in!

Read the transcript:
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/addicted-to-technology/

UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES
In the podcast, I mentioned a couple of resources. I want to be sure you have the links:

Unschooling Guide: Technology
This Guide will help you see where you could make little changes to see HUGE improvements in your lives. So many families have loved it.

Creating Confidence Membership Group
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#50: What's Holding You Back from Unschooling?02 Feb 202200:08:19

What IS holding you back from unschooling?
It's fear of... something!

But let's tackle that together. What can you do to conquer those fears?
I'll help you in this week's podcast!

Unschooling Resources Mentioned
Q4Sue - a form for asking questions
https://airtable.com/shrB2QujGuODq4DEa

Creating Confidence Membership
You really don't have to do this alone!
http://www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com/membership

Unschooling Mom2Mom website
Answers for all your unschooling/deschooling questions.

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#175 Connecting with Your Gamer Teen08 Jul 202500:12:18

🎮 How to Connect with Your Gamer Teen (Without Pushing Them Away)

Do you feel like your teen is slipping away—and gaming is the wall between you?

You’re not alone. Whether you're unschooling or just trying to build a healthier relationship with your teen, this episode will help parents reframe what gaming means and how your reactions might be unintentionally creating more distance.

In this episode of the Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast, Sue Patterson (unschooling coach, mom of 3 grown unschoolers, and author of Homeschooled Teens) explores:

  • Why “roommate mode” isn’t disconnection—it’s maturity.
  • How presence without pressure can rebuild trust.
  • Ways parents accidentally sabotage connection (even with good intentions).
  • How gaming can be a bridge—not a barrier—to deeper relationships.
  • 5 questions you can start asking today to connect with your gamer teen.

Whether you unschool or not, this conversation will show you how simple shifts in language and presence can spark meaningful moments—without forcing anything or hovering awkwardly.

💬 Grab the free PDF: Tips for Healthier Tech Interactions with Kids
https://unschooling-mom2mom.ck.page/55b73066c7

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📌 Chapters
0:00 Why It Feels Like You’re Losing Connection
1:49 Welcome
2:37 Unschooling Resources
3:09 What “Roommate Mode” Really Means
4:09 Was It Ever True Connection During Curriculum?
5:12 Presence Without Pressure
6:06 Using Gaming as a Bridge
7:56 Membership for Parents of Teens
9:19 Free PDF
10:00 Parenting in a New Way—Letting Connection Evolve

✨ Subscribe + Rate if this helped!
 And remember, connection isn’t lost—it’s just changing form.

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#49: What is Strewing?17 Jan 202200:07:53

Have you heard the term "strewing?" and wondered how it relates to unschooling?

Maybe you're not really sure how or why you might want to incorporate a little strewing into your homeschooling lives.

This is the podcast for you! I'll help you see what strewing is - and what it isn't!
This quick pep talk podcast will show you how to strew and help you understand what's going on when you do!

UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES
...if you'd like to dive a little deeper with more suggestions and/or support

Unschooling Guide: Strewing
Unschooling Guide: Deschooling

Creating Confidence Membership Group

A Q4Sue

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#48: 7 Tips to Get Started Unschooling12 Jan 202200:06:50

Are you just getting started unschooling or maybe you need a quick refresher of what you could be doing?

Here are 7 things to do when you're not using curriculum and trying to figure out what you should be doing to be successful!

UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES FROM SUE!

Creating Confidence Membership Group
You don't have to do this alone!

Strewing Calendar
Fun celebrations for every day!

Brainstorming Guide
Let's look at what might be fun things to do together!

Deschooling Guide
Don't skip the deschooling phase! This Unschooling Guide will walk you through it!

More resources at the Unschooling Mom2Mom.com website:
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/how-do-i-start-unschooling/


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#47: Goodbye 2021... through an unschooling lens27 Dec 202100:06:51

Take a few minutes to look back at 2021 and notice all the learning that actually happened. It's so easy to overlook, and let fear focus on places we've come up short. 

In this podcast, I have 5 questions you can ask yourself to gain some clarity.

And her are some tools to help you along the way:

New Year's Workbook... for Unschoolers
A planner-style workbook - but for looking back and noticing all the progress!

Brainstorming Guide
What are the activities you or the kids might enjoy in 2022? This Guide will help you.

Creating Confidence Membership Group
No Sign-Up fee if you subscribe in December! Save this week!

Jumping Into Unschooling
Podcast listeners can save $50 off the regular price! Use Discount Code: UM2M50

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