What happens when the life you once thought you wanted looks completely different from the life God is calling you to?In this episode of Sugar and Spice Mom Life, Hannah sits down with Lana Sullivan of Girl Teach Me to talk about motherhood, motivation, money, feminism, and the surprising journey that led Lana to become a stay-at-home mom of six.Lana shares honestly about her experience finding motivation in the everyday work of motherhood, including what to do when you simply don't *feel* motivated. She also opens up about her family's experience doing a Debt-Free Scream, what becoming debt-free taught her about money and intentionality, and the dramatic shift in her worldview that took her from identifying as a feminist to embracing the calling of homemaking.This conversation is an encouraging reminder that motherhood doesn't have to be the life we once imagined in order to become a deeply meaningful and fulfilling calling. This Episode* Finding motivation when motherhood feels repetitive or exhausting* Why motivation isn't always something you have to wait to *feel** Practical ways to take intentional action as a mom* Lana's experience becoming debt-free* Lana's journey from feminism to becoming a stay-at-home mom* How her perspective on motherhood and homemaking changed* Becoming a stay-at-home mom of six Hannah Stewart | Sugar and Spice Mom LifeBuy Me A Coffee- https://buymeacoffee.com/sugarandspicemomlifeWebsite:https://sugarandspicemomlife.com/Instagram: @sugarandspicemomlifeYouTube: Sugar and Spice Mom LifeConnect with LanaAbout Lana SullivanLana Sullivan is the creator behind Girl Teach Me, where she encourages women—particularly moms—to grow in intentionality, motherhood, homemaking, and personal development. She shares practical resources through her website, YouTube channel, courses, and other content. Her website also features free resources for women and families.Lana is a mom of six and brings a unique perspective to motherhood after experiencing a significant shift in her understanding of family, work, and homemaking.Connect with Hannah StewartGirl Teach Mehttps://girlteachme.comFree Resources from Girl Teach Mehttps://girlteachme.com/welcome-welcomeLana Sullivan's Articles & Resourceshttps://girlteachme.com/authorYouTube: Search for Girl Teach Me on YouTube for Lana's videos and practical resources. Resources from HannahIf you enjoyed this conversation, subscribe to Sugar and Spice Mom Life for more conversations about motherhood, homemaking, homeschooling, habits, motivation, and finding joy and purpose in the ordinary work of raising a family.Subscribe and listen:Sugar and Spice Mom Life on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sugar-and-spice-mom-life/id1747809421Website:sugarandspicemomlife.com**What is one area of motherhood where you need to stop waiting for motivation and start taking intentional action?**Share this episode with a mom who could use some encouragement today!

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Should homeschooling really begin in the preschool years—or are we rushing childhood?What if the most important lessons your child learns before age six have nothing to do with letters and numbers?And what if these early years are just as much about shaping you as they are about educating your child?In this conversation, Hannah Stewart sits down with Amanda Faus to explore a different vision for the little years—one filled with wonder, nature, rich ideas, and a deeper purpose for motherhood.You may never look at early childhood the same way again.Amanda Faushttps://www.thechildrenstradition.com/New Book: https://amzn.to/44SDsbfYouTube: www.youtube.com/@UCK_g0l0L2MTnytBkBu28Gww Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechildrenstradition?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

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Timestamps:00:00- Introduction02:27- What is wrong with our modern education system08:26- Is it okay to start academics with a three or four year-old? 15:25- What does a well-educated child look like at age 6 or 731:00- Nature in a young child's life34:00- Cultivating an intellectual life as a momHannah Stewarthttps://sugarandspicemomlife.com/uiet Time Crash Course -https://hannah-stewart-s-school.teachable.com/p/quiet-time-crash-coursehttps://hannah-stewart-s-school.teachable.com/p/morning-bag-mini-course#Substack: https://substack.com/@hannahstewart3

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Ever wondered how to raise kids who don't just know the "right" answers, but love what is good, true, and beautiful? Then you won't want to miss today's episode with Autumn Kern from The Commonplace.

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Part 1 of a chat with Jennifer Flanders, Mom of 12 Kids.In the first episode, we chat marriage- how to cultivate contentment as a wife and prioritize marital intimacy. In next week's episode, we'll dive into spanking and whether or not that is an appropriate form of discipline for toddlers. Subscribe so you don't miss it!Connect With Jennifer Flanders:

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In this episode, I sit down with homeschooling mom of five, Hannah Gravelle, to talk about the realities of homeschooling while raising little ones. We chat about practical ways to introduce chores, how to navigate school days with babies and toddlers in the mix, and the identity struggles many stay-at-home moms quietly carry.Hannah Gravelle-   / hannahs.healthyhabits  Morning Bag Mini Course- https://hannah-stewart-s-school.teach...Quiet Time Crash Course- https://hannah-stewart-s-school.teach...00:00- Introduction03:00- Balancing family life10:05- Unrealistic homeschooling expectations (you can't homeschool in 1 hour a day)14:57-Homeschooling with babies and toddlers18:00 Chores with kids/instilling a good work ethic

In this episode I get real and share how I've already messed up when it comes to homeschooling my preschoolers.

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