Winter unschooling can feel harder with more time inside, more screens, and more self-doubt. This post offers reassurance and perspective for unschooling families.

Curious how unschooling really works during the holidays? Here’s what typical December days look like for unschoolers —filled with learning, connection, and zero pressure.

Confused about unschooling? Learn how to navigate doubt, overwhelm, and December pressure with reassurance and guidance from experienced unschooler, Sue Patterson.

If unschooling feels like an emotional roller coaster lately, this episode will help you understand why — and what actually makes the ride smoother. Let's break down the real reasons parents feel wobbly and why support makes such a dramatic difference, especially during high-pressure seasons like the holidays. Here’s what we explore: Why unschooling feels so up-and-down at first The hidden pressures that make parents question everything The real reason doing this alone feels overwhelming What genuine support actually provides How community can steady your nerves and calm your home Why this season is the easiest time to get help This episode is for parents who want clarity, steadiness, and reassurance that they truly don’t have to figure out unschooling alone. 

Handling critics during the holidays? This unschooling podcast explains why family comments hurt when we're deschooling - and how to stay grounded and confident.

If your child only wants to play — Legos, trampolines, videogames — don’t panic. Discover why play is essential —and how to support real learning with unschooling.

Gratitude transforms your unschooling journey. Simple ways parents can refocus on what’s going right, model gratitude, create more peace/joy in everyday learning.

Thinking about unschooling but not sure if you’re ready? You don’t have to try every homeschool method first — here’s how to start unschooling now.

Learn how to start a gaming club for homeschoolers and unschoolers. Build community through board games, video games, and play-based learning.

Still searching for checklists in homeschooling? This Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast helps parents replace school habits with confidence, curiosity, and real learning.

Creative whiteboard ideas for everyday unschooling! Build word-wall confidence, track family ideas, and spark curiosity with simple daily learning.

A simple parenting tip from my unschooling membership group - grab a spiral!

Feeling shaky with homeschooling? Discover why ‘school at home’ often fails, and how unschooling helps kids thrive through curiosity, connection, and real learning.

Your Unschooling Parent Toolkit: 25 Guides on sale through Sept 30th! Let me show you how to unschool!

Discover 10 life skills schools didn’t teach—like money, relationships, and media literacy—that adults wish they had learned for real life.

Worried about the basics? See how kids learn reading, math & science through everyday life—no curriculum required. Are they learning enough?

Spark curiosity and learning - without lesson plans! Try this unschooling secret!

School Messed with Your Head

As moms are shopping the Back-to-School sales, Sue Patterson is trying hard to resist whispering to them, "Don't Do It!"