Homeschool mom burnout will happen to the majority of homeschool moms. I think it’s good to be prepared in the hopes of avoiding some of the stress that is associated with homeschooling. So just bookmark this page so that when you need it, you will know where to find it…if not for yourself you can encourage a friend.

1. Don’t expect yourself to pick the perfect curriculum the first time around…or even the second time around. Switch programs if you need to. Keep researching until you find a good curriculum that fits your child.

2. Get involved in a “real life” community of homeschool moms. Even if you never attend anything for your children, you will need to have a group of women that know the stress of homeschooling first hand. You will have a network of moms to call and support you when you get discouraged. Find a group today.

3. Get involved in an online community. There are often some issues that your are not going to feel comfortable talking to someone about in person. Online homeschool forums are a great place to share our struggles and solutions with other like-minded moms.

4.Make sure everyone in your household sticks to a 1-2 hour alone time each day. Toddlers need naps, as so do teens. And those children in between need quiet time in their room to chill out and unplug. Mom needs time to take a quick nap, read a book or call a friend. Work up to this if you family is new to the concept of alone time.

5. Pick one subject to focus on each year. Don’t try and do every subject over-the-top. By picking one subject to focus on, it allows you to feel successful. After several years, you will have hit all the core subjects.

6. Realize that there will be gaps. Gaps are okay. No student graduates from high school knowing and remembering everything they have been taught. If you have taught them how to teach themselves. That is the key!

7. Don’t compare yourself to the public school curriculum and don’t compare yourself to what other homeschool families are doing. Either way, you will end up feeling depressed or puffed up. Go with your gut and do what you think is best for your children. You know them best and you know what they are capable of.

8.Stay connected to your spouse. Go on dates and try to talk about something besides homeschooling. Find a hobby that you can share together. If you are happy in your marriage, homeschooling will go much better.