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Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living

Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living

Sara-Jane Ladums | Women’s Health Coach | Time management guru | Menopause Fitness coach | Personal Trainer | Life Coach | Nutritionist

Welcome to Home School Mum Life — the podcast where learning happens in muddy fields, messy kitchens, and occasionally... in an actual workbook (if we’re lucky). I’m so glad you’re here. I’m SJ — a former teacher, qualified personal trainer, farmer’s wife, and full-time mum navigating the wonderfully chaotic world of flexi-schooling and home education. We live deep in the countryside, where our days are a mix of phonics, puddle-jumping, garden PE, and the odd runaway sheep. You know — the usual. This podcast is for midlife mums like me, juggling education, wellness, hormones, and a million other things — all without a school bell to keep us on track. Whether you’re flexi-schooling, home educating full time, or just trying to survive until bedtime, you’ll find honesty, humour, and a few helpful tips along the way. Each week, I’ll share stories from our own learning journey, teaching tips from my classroom days, how I sneak in self-care and fitness, and what it’s really like living this homeschool life on a farm. Expect solo episodes, guest chats with fellow mums and educators, and down-to-earth reviews of days out and activities — because sometimes, we all need a plan that doesn’t end with someone crying in the car park. And this season, I’m excited to be partnering with Mother Cuppa — a range of herbal teas that support women’s wellness, especially through the wild ride of perimenopause and mum life. So pop the kettle on, grab your brew, and take a moment for you. No pressure. No perfection. Just real-life home education and healthy living — one muddy footprint at a time. This is Home School Mum Life. Let’s learn as we go — together. www.fleximumlife.com [email protected] The information contained herein is for informational and educational purposes only, and should not, and in no way should, be perceived as or relied upon in any way as medical, mental health, health care or nutritional advice. Such information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment that can be provided by your own physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, therapist, counsellor, mental health practitioner, licensed dietitian or nutritionist, or any other licensed or registered health care professional. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking professional advice because of information you have read in our materials.
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Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living - Prioritise these THREE things during menopause and perimenopause

Prioritise these THREE things during menopause and perimenopause

Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living

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01/28/25 • 22 min

For us mums balancing family, work, and personal commitments, this menopause can seem especially challenging. Prioritising rest, proper fuel (nutrition), and movement is not only essential for navigating menopause but also for thriving during this stage of life.

Episode Links:

  1. Join the Pink Wellies Facebook Community here
  2. Find out more about how I can help you visit my website here
  3. Email me at [email protected]
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Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living - 2024 Goal Setting | Review 2023 with me and set your goals for 2024 | Use this simple process to get clarity on your goals for the new year

2024 Goal Setting | Review 2023 with me and set your goals for 2024 | Use this simple process to get clarity on your goals for the new year

Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living

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01/02/24 • 27 min

Hey friend!

Welcome to 2024 I hope it brings you health and happiness.

In todays episode learn how to reflect on the past year and set goals for 2024 using a simple process and questions I use to help you get clarity on your goals for 2024.

If setting goals overwhelms you and you would like some support book a POWER HOUR with me and we will work through this process together. You will also get a digital copy of my Health and Wellness Planner to support you over the coming months.

⭐️ Get a copy of the Fitness Planner HERE ⭐️

Let's connect:

Instagram: @wellness_wellies

TickTok: @wellness_wellies

Email: [email protected]

REVIEW QUESTIONS:

  1. Highlights for each month - look back at phone pictures and calendar
  2. What were your biggest challenges?
  3. What were your successes?

PLAN QUESTIONS:

  1. What are you going to STOP this year?
  2. What are you going to CONTINUE this year?
  3. What are you going to START this year?

Previous Goal Setting Episodes from the podcast

https://wellnessandwellies.podbean.com/e/5-weightmanagementmaster-seriessettingsmartgoals-forweight-lossreverse-engineeringweight-loss-goalsdailyactions-to-bring-you-closer-to-your-health-a/

https://wellnessandwellies.podbean.com/e/4-weightmanagementmaster-seriescreatingyourvision-and-goals-for-2022-visionboards-and-creatinggodcentred-goalshealth-and-fitnessfor-christian-women/

⭐️ Free Meal Prep Guide - Download my free meal prep guide here

❤️ Weight Loss Framework - Find out more how I can support you with my 90 day weight loss program. Find out more here

🌹 Women's Balance Harmonising Collection - Treat yourself to a little self-care with some of my favourite hormone balancing beauty products all natural and locally made near my home in Dorset, UK here

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Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living - Quarter four goal clarity and goal setting | Moving into a new season and creating a God centred success plan for the end of 2022 | Productivity and time management for Christian women
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09/08/22 • 24 min

Hey friend

Bonus episode today where i am talking about new seasons and building God centred goal. In the episode I mentioned some different scripture so there they are for reference.

Ecclesiastes 3

Isaiah 43:16-17 and 18-19

Mark 2:19-22

Work with me ⬇️⬇️

Need some help with fitness goals, time management, routines or some help with mapping our your God centred success plan click the link below and we can work together on this:

https://sarajaneladums.podia.com/coaching

❤️⭐️ Let's Connect! ❤️⭐️

Join our global community and grab my FREE healthy snack PDF download and get my weekly recipes straight into your inbox!

Join the Community

I always love to hear from you so please feel free to jump into my inbox at anytime [email protected]

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Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living - The things you NEED to know about Menopause

The things you NEED to know about Menopause

Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living

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01/21/25 • 28 min

Menopause is a natural phase of life that every woman will experience as they age, but it is still a topic surrounded by confusion and myths. Understanding the basics can empower women to navigate this transition with confidence and ease. In this episode we touch on the key things you need to know about menopause.

Episode Links:

  1. Join the Pink Wellies Facebook Community here
  2. Find out more about how I can help you visit my website here
  3. Email me at [email protected]
  4. Helpful website https://www.themenopausecharity.org/
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Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living - Quick and easy meal planning for Weight Loss in Menopause | Use this simple tool to help you make meal planning easy

Quick and easy meal planning for Weight Loss in Menopause | Use this simple tool to help you make meal planning easy

Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living

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04/29/25 • 18 min

Quick and easy meal planning for Weight Loss in Menopause | Use this simple tool to help you make meal planning easy.

www.wellnessandwellies.com to see my blog including the prompts and meal plan I mention in this episode

🍓🍓Strawberry protein for smoothies grab yours here

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Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living - Menopause, Mental Health and Motherhood | Getting back in the groove when life throws you a curve ball

Menopause, Mental Health and Motherhood | Getting back in the groove when life throws you a curve ball

Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living

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11/06/23 • 22 min

Hey friend!

After a short break and a bit of a regroup the podcast is back!

Todays episode is a bit of a catch up and regroup and to chat about whats is coming up for the pod over the coming weeks.

Thank you so much for your patience with me I am so glad to be back chatting with you again.

⭐️ EXCITING NEWS AND OPPORTUNITIES ⭐️

⭐️ Free Meal Prep Guide - Download my free meal prep guide here

❤️ Weight Loss Framework - Find out more how I can support you with my 90 day weight loss program. Find out more here

🌹 Women's Balance Harmonising Collection - Treat yourself to a little self-care with some of my favourite hormone balancing beauty products all natural and locally made near my home in Dorset, UK here

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Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living - 4 Tips for talking to your doctor 🩺 about your menopause symptoms | Feel confident to speak to your medical professional about your Menopause symptoms | Exploring different HRT knowing your options
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05/01/23 • 30 min

Hey friend

Today I am sharing my 4 top tips for talking to your doctor about your Menopause symptoms.

Talking to a healthcare professional about your menopause symptoms can feel scary so I want to help you feel more confident to do so.

In the episode I mentioned a few key resources here are the links:

Downloadable symptom tracker

NICE guidelines

What is HRT?

I really hope you find this episode helpful. Please feel free to drop me an email to [email protected]

Ready to take control of your time and make your health a priority?

PRODUCTIVE MUM WEIGHT LOSS FRAMEWORK

✅ Reduce stress by taking control of your schedule

✅ Have the time for meal prep and exercise

✅ Know what foods to eat for your goals

✅ Know which works outs are best for your body and goals

✅ Balance your hormones to optimise your health and weight loss

✅ Learn how-to live-in sync with your hormones and cycle to feel energised

⭐️ An online course to work through at your own pace

⭐️ 4 x 1:1 30 minute coaching sessions via zoom

⭐️ 2 x Electronic Planners to help you plan and stay on track with your goals

⭐️ Accountability via Voxer for 3 months with SJ

https://sarajaneladums.podia.com/courses

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Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living - 3 Reasons You should Quit Doing HIIT When You’re in Perimenopause | Exercise and workouts to boost metabolism for menopausal women

3 Reasons You should Quit Doing HIIT When You’re in Perimenopause | Exercise and workouts to boost metabolism for menopausal women

Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living

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08/21/23 • 18 min

Are you in the midst of perimenopause and feeling the burn of those high-intensity workouts? 🏋️‍♀️ It might be time to hit the pause button on HIIT, and here's why! 🚫

Today I dive into the THREE compelling reasons why quitting HIIT during perimenopause might just be the game-changer you need.

You are so welcome!

Love and light SJ xx

🌟 Transform Your Menopause Journey with my 90-Day Health & Fitness Program! 🌟

⭐️ Free Meal Prep Guide - Download my free meal prep guide here

❤️ Weight Loss Framework - Find out more how I can support you with my 90 day weight loss program. Find out more here

🌹 Women's Balance Harmonising Collection - Treat yourself to a little self-care with some of my favourite hormone balancing beauty products all natural and locally made near my home in Dorset, UK here

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Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living - Calm Kids: Practical Strategies for Helping Children Manage Anxiety | The #1 thing I did to support my daughter with school related anxiety

Calm Kids: Practical Strategies for Helping Children Manage Anxiety | The #1 thing I did to support my daughter with school related anxiety

Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living

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04/15/24 • 30 min

Anxiety among children is increasingly common. From academic pressures to social dynamics, children face a myriad of stressors that can trigger anxiety. As parents, it's essential to equip children with the tools they need to navigate these challenges and manage their anxiety effectively. In this episode I share my experience of anxiety with my daughter and share what I have done to support her to help her cope with anxiety recently.

I am really interested in your experiences and thoughts if you have a moment to complete my google form I would be grateful.

Light and Love

SJ xx

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Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living - Home Education & Menopause -  Looking After You While Teaching Them

Home Education & Menopause - Looking After You While Teaching Them

Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living

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06/02/25 • 27 min

To anyone home educating through menopause: you are doing something incredibly brave and beautiful. But please don’t forget—your wellbeing is just as important as your children.

Give yourself grace. Build in rest. Laugh when you forget what day it is. And remember, this is a season—and it will pass.

If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who needs to hear it. And if you have your own tips or stories to share, I’d love to hear from you

Lets Connect:

www.fleximumlife.com

[email protected]

@thefleximum on social media

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👉 Plus, grab a special listener discount on my favourite wellness boost —Raspberry EnergyFizz sticks

Use the code Arbonne10 for a 10% discount

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How many episodes does Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living have?

Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living currently has 129 episodes available.

What topics does Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living cover?

The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Nutrition, Alternative Health and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living?

The episode title 'The MUST read book that will change your attitude to diets, weight loss and food FOREVER |' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living?

The average episode length on Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living is 25 minutes.

How often are episodes of Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living released?

Episodes of Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living are typically released every 6 days, 23 hours.

When was the first episode of Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living?

The first episode of Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living was released on Jun 2, 2022.

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