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The Brave and Balanced Homeschool with Mary Berghammer

Equipping homeschool moms with practical tools, homeschool curriculum reviews, and biblical encouragement.

The Brave and Balanced Homeschool is the go-to podcast for Christian homeschool moms who want practical guidance, biblical encouragement, and simple strategies for creating a peaceful, purposeful homeschool. Each episode equips you with actionable homeschool tips, curriculum insights, honest homeschool curriculum reviews, organization ideas, and faith-building encouragement so you can homeschool with confidence and lead your home with clarity.

Whether you're choosing the right homeschool curriculum, planning your school year, navigating challenges, or seeking a more Christ-centered approach to learning, you’ll find the support and direction you need here. With over two decades of homeschooling experience, I share real-life wisdom, proven systems, and Scripture-based inspiration to help you stay organized, balanced, and rooted in God’s Word.

For even more homeschool help, free resources, and practical tools, visit WhatAboutHomeschooling.com, where you’ll find guides, printables, and encouragement to strengthen your homeschool journey. Be sure to sign up for my newsletter while you are there!

If you’re ready to simplify your homeschool, strengthen your faith, and build a joyful, confident, Christ-focused learning environment—this podcast will walk with you, one brave step at a time.

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Hey, there!

I'm Mary, the one in the middle. These are the 4 people I spent lots of time with teaching them to read, write, and do arithmetic. I also potty trained them, taught them how to tie their shoes, and ate lunch with them almost every day. I wouldn't trade the time I got spend with them for anything in the world.

I hope you will look back on your homeschool days with fondness and wonderful memories too. I wish that for your children as well.

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Here's the beginning of the story.

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