“We are going for healthy routines, not perfect ones, so don't focus so much on having everything be perfect and consistent every single day, all day, all throughout the week. Instead, let yourself do what you need to do if it's a hard day, it helps our kids to understand that we're working for consistency over perfection.” –Stephanie Booe
The back-to-school season brings a mix of excitement and overwhelm to many. Whether you’re navigating homeschool for the first time or simply trying to reset family rhythms after summer, it’s easy to feel like you’re already behind before the school year begins. Join Stephanie as she shares real-life encouragement and faith-filled perspective to help you step into this season with confidence, flexibility, and grace.
Through the lens of Stephanie’s personal experience, you’ll discover simple routines and intentional practices that can make a big difference. Like Sunday resets, planning playdate meal preps, creating morning rhythms that actually work, and setting healthy boundaries around sleep and screen time. You’ll also hear gentle reminders that back-to-school doesn’t have to mean rigid schedules or perfection—it’s about building connection with your kids, creating consistency, and finding what works best for your family.
Whether you’re packing lunches, preparing homeschool lessons, or simply longing for a calmer rhythm at home, this episode will leave you feeling encouraged, supported, and ready to embrace the new school year with joy and grace for yourself and your whole family. Remember, your kids don’t want a perfect mom, they want a present mom. Grab your notepad (and a warm beverage!) and get ready for this encouraging episode with Stephanie!
LINKS MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE:
Listen to The #1 Episode: Meal Prep &Playdate with Allie Bumgardner
Grab the Meal Prep & Playdate Recipes!
Listen to Setting Healthy Screen Time Boundaries for Kids Without Guilt
Stephanie’s Homeschool Book Recommendations
Check Out Stephanie’s Digital Resources Here!
Try Out AO2 Clear & Use Code: StephanieBooe