This week we welcome Lauren, mom of three. Lauren started homeschooling just before covid, after her son came home from school with some discouraging behavioral reports from his teacher. Lauren's son was so saddened by getting the bad report, that he told his mother something no mom ever wants to hear.. soon after, Lauren pulled her kids from school. After meeting with doctors for her son's ADHD diagnosis and refusing to medicate him, Lauren began exploring other ways to assist her son with learning. Lauren brings us with her on her own diagnosis of anxiety and depression and discusses when she feels medication is appropriate and when alternatives can be used. We chat about "strewing", and how Lauren uses this technique with her kids. Strewing is about helping your kids explore and play and create on their own. It's about introducing or reintroducing materials, books, concepts, in a non-pushy way that lets them own the experience and gives them the thrill of discovery. We discuss kid's podcasts, emergency preparedness, and why it's so important to teach kids how to identify manipulation. Join us for a heartfelt discussion between two moms who don't have it all figured out, but love their kids and are trying each day to better themselves for those little rascals! Would you like to help keep this podcast going by sending me a small tip?paypal.me/TheHomeschoolHowToAny amount- even $1- is so very appreciated and will be put towards the cost of the recording platform, editing, hosting membership, and equipment! Thank you so much!Unable to support the show monetarily but want to help me out in another way?No Problem! Share this link with friends and in your favorite homeschool group facebook page!http://thehomeschoolhowto.com/Follow me on Instagram for my upcoming Instagram Live sessions!The Homeschool How To Podcast InstagramCheck us out on YouTube!Do you want to help your children learn about true history, sound money, personal freedom, responsibility, entrepreneurship and individual rights? Then check out The Tuttle Twins books through my link:Cheryl's link to: The Tuttle Twinswith coupon code: Cheryl40for 40% off ages 5-11 book series and more!Treehouse Schoolhouse:Our resources are designed with family-style learning in mind, so they can be used across multiple ages. We design our curriculum to be easy to follow with minimal prep needed. Our products educate more than just a child's mind through music, poetry, art, nature, scripture, and rich literature.Discount code for 10% off: TheHomeschoolHowToPodcastMy Homeschool Village Do you want to homeschool but are overwhelmed with where to start? We have you covered!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showInstagram: TheHomeschoolHowToPodcast Facebook: The Homeschool How To Podcast