Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families | ADHD Support, Homeschooling Autism, Homeschool Help, Special Needs
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Are you feeling overwhelmed managing everything in your homeschool with your child’s learning and attention needs?
Are the battles over your child’s focus and regulation wearing you down?
Do you feel stuck and unsure about what will work for your child with ADHD, Autism, or other learning differences?
I am so excited that you’re here! This podcast will help you create a positive homeschool atmosphere, engage your kids where they’re at, and give you the confidence that you’re making progress every day!
Hi, I’m Jenny, homeschool mom of 5 kids, former special education teacher, with 8 years of homeschooling experience.
Over the past three years I discovered that some of my children had unique learning and attention needs. I tried to find ways to outsource their education because I was afraid of failing. I finally realized that God had given me everything I needed to homeschool my kids.
I created a homeschool rhythm and systems to support our household. A straightforward approach that starts with what’s most important to us. A framework that includes practical solutions and the flexibility my kids need. And I’m looking forward to sharing it with you!
If you’re ready to create a peaceful and positive homeschool that works for you and your kids, engage your kids in a meaningful way, get clarity on what your version of a successful homeschool day looks like–this podcast is for you!
Find a comfy chair and take a deep breath, knowing that you’re not alone.
Episodes
7 days ago
7 days ago
21 min
What do you do when your child is struggling with reading? Navigating reading challenges, dyslexia, or ADHD
How do you find good books that fit your child’s interests?
How do you turn your family read aloud into a time of connection rather than a battle?
In this episode, we discuss strategies to take the pressure off frustrated readers, ideas to support reluctant readers, how to find good books, and how to keep our book list organized!
*Note: I want to make a distinction before we get started. This isn't an episode about how to teach a child with dyslexia to read. There are wonderful specialists and evidence-based approaches for that. This episode is about something different: how do we keep books, stories, and reading joyful when reading itself is difficult?
Related Resources from Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families
Here’s the free book organizer that accompanies this episode!
bit.ly/onlinebookorganizer
Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Continue the conversation in the Facebook group!
Join Here: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Learn more about my 1:1 coaching here: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Books & Resources Mentioned
(Some links below are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.)
Read Aloud Revival
Treehouse Schoolhouse Book Studies
Brave Writer Literature Guides
Charlotte Mason Book Finder Tool
AmblesideOnline
Our Favorite Picture Books
Our Favorite Novels
Related Episode 08 Are You Expecting Too Much From Your ADHD Child… or Not Enough?
Related Episode 11 Leaving Public School to Support ADHD and Dyslexia: A Chat with Billie Jo Cochran
Contact: jenny@homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com
Podcast: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/podcast
Connect: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Resources: Fixes for Homeschool Days that Fall Apart (your ADHD Homeschool Parachute Plan) Get the guide at https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Next Steps:
Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms homeschooling neurodivergent learners in the free Facebook group Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families at homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/emailsignup
Step 3: Personalized Homeschool Systems Coaching: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Aug 12, 2026
Aug 12, 2026
25 min
Why does getting back to homeschool feel so exhausting?
Are you trying to start your homeschool year too fast?
Put the curriculum catalogs away and pause the research. In this episode, I’m sharing 6 lessons I’ve learned from getting started with homeschooling.
And let’s be honest, every back to school season we are all beginners because our kids and our families change so much year to year.
Related Resources from Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families
Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Continue the conversation in the Facebook group!
Join Here: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Learn more about my 1:1 coaching here: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Related Episode 01 How to Start Homeschooling Your Neurodivergent Child
Related Episode 17 How to Plan Your Homeschool Year: 6 Steps for a Calm and Successful Year
Contact: jenny@homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com
Podcast: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/podcast
Connect: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Resources: Fixes for Homeschool Days that Fall Apart (your ADHD Homeschool Parachute Plan) Get the guide at https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Next Steps:
Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms homeschooling neurodivergent learners in the free Facebook group Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families at homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/emailsignup
Step 3: Personalized Homeschool Systems Coaching: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Aug 5, 2026
Aug 5, 2026
26 min
Is every day a battle?
Do you feel like you are constantly at odds with your ADHD child?
Looking for a better way to address behavior in your home and homeschool?
In this episode, you’ll hear from parenting coach, Marni Love who helps parents work through issues and create a connection first parenting approach. We talk about how to connect when you’re exhausted, her homeschool journey with a neurodiverse house, and tools we need as parents to create a relationship with our child that lasts a lifetime.
Connect with Marni
Coaching and Website: https://www.marnilove.com
Connected Families: https://connectedfamilies.org
Thrive Homeschool Community: https://christy-faith.com/thrive
Related Resources from Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families
Free Simple Homeschool Systems Workshop: sign up here!
Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Continue the conversation in the Facebook group!
Join Here: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Learn more about my 1:1 coaching here: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Books & Resources Mentioned
(Some links below are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.)
Bedtime Math Stories https://amzn.to/44tSww4
Related Episode 14 When Behavior Is Really a Regulation Challenge: A Conversation with OT Alison Foura
Related Episode 13 Running on Empty? 4 Questions to Help You Refill Your Cup This Summer
Contact: jenny@homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com
Podcast: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/podcast
Connect: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Resources: Fixes for Homeschool Days that Fall Apart (your ADHD Homeschool Parachute Plan) Get the guide at https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Next Steps:
Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms homeschooling neurodivergent learners in the free Facebook group Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families at homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/emailsignup
Step 3: Personalized Homeschool Systems Coaching: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Jul 29, 2026
Jul 29, 2026
26 min
Does homeschool planning stress you out?
Or are you getting ready to begin homeschool but not sure where to start?
What’s most important to do when you’re planning? Is it curriculum? Is it a co-op?
Planning your homeschool year doesn't have to feel overwhelming. In this episode, I’ll share some of my first year mistakes that taught me how to plan more intentionally. You'll learn how to build a homeschool year that fits your family's values, schedule, and goals.
Whether you're brand new to homeschooling or simply looking for a more intentional way to prepare for the year ahead, these six steps will help you create a clear roadmap with less stress and more confidence.
I’ll go over six key steps:
How to create a weekly homeschool schedule that fits your family's life
Why reflection is one of the most important parts of planning
How to build a daily homeschool rhythm that supports consistency
What your homeschool "spine" is and how it simplifies curriculum planning
How to choose extracurriculars and enrichment activities without overscheduling
Guidance for evaluating all your ideas and making decisions
Related Resources from Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families
Free Simple Homeschool Systems Workshop: sign up here!
Continue the conversation in the Facebook group!
Join Here: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Learn more about my 1:1 coaching here: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Related Episode 01 How to Start Homeschooling Your Neurodivergent Child
Related Episode 15 5 Homeschool Routine Shifts That Actually Support Kids with ADHD and Special Needs
Contact: jenny@homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com
Podcast: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/podcast
Connect: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Resources: Fixes for Homeschool Days that Fall Apart (your ADHD Homeschool Parachute Plan) Get the guide at https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Next Steps:
Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms homeschooling neurodivergent learners in the free Facebook group Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families at homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/emailsignup
Step 3: Personalized Homeschool Systems Coaching: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Jul 22, 2026
Jul 22, 2026
20 min
Have you ever wondered if your child is struggling because of ADHD—or because they're trying to learn in an environment that wasn't designed with neurodivergent brains in mind?
In this episode, I'm sharing five reasons why homeschooling can be such a powerful option for children with ADHD. This isn't about saying traditional schools are "bad." There are incredible teachers doing amazing work every day. But many ADHD learners need flexibility, individualized support, and opportunities to build executive functioning skills that are difficult to provide in a traditional classroom.
We'll talk about how homeschooling allows us to create a learning environment that supports regulation, teach the life skills our kids actually need, nurture their interests, and prepare them for a rapidly changing world. Most importantly, homeschooling gives us the opportunity to help our children grow into confident, capable adults while honoring the unique way God created them.
Related Resources from Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families
Free Simple Homeschool Systems Workshop: sign up here!
Continue the conversation in the Facebook group!
Join Here: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Learn more about my 1:1 coaching here: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Related Episode 01 How to Start Homeschooling Your Neurodivergent Child
Related Episode 11 Leaving Public School to Support ADHD and Dyslexia: A Chat with Billie Jo Cochran
Other Resources Mentioned
Penn Holderness and the Holderness Family blog https://theholdernessfamily.com/
Contact: jenny@homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com
Podcast: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/podcast
Connect: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Resources: Fixes for Homeschool Days that Fall Apart (your ADHD Homeschool Parachute Plan) Get the guide at https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Next Steps:
Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms homeschooling neurodivergent learners in the free Facebook group Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families at homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/emailsignup
Step 3: Personalized Homeschool Systems Coaching: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Jul 15, 2026
Jul 15, 2026
18 min
Tired of how long things take in your homeschool?
Getting met with meltdowns or shutdowns?
Are you ready to try a different approach?
In today’s episode I discuss 5 strategies for breaking things up and slowing down in your homeschool to support your child’s learning style and nervous system. Give yourself permission to slow down for a calmer, happier homeschool environment.
Related Resources from Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families
Free Simple Homeschool Systems Workshop: sign up here!
Continue the conversation in the Facebook group!
Join Here: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Learn more about my 1:1 coaching here: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Related Episode 14 When Behavior Is Really a Regulation Challenge: A Conversation with OT Alison Foura
Related Episode 08 Are You Expecting Too Much From Your ADHD Child… or Not Enough? and part 2 of that episode… 09 ADHD Kids Need More Than Accommodations: How to Teach Self-Regulation and Boundaries
Contact: jenny@homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com
Podcast: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/podcast
Connect: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Resources: Fixes for Homeschool Days that Fall Apart (your ADHD Homeschool Parachute Plan) Get the guide at https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Next Steps:
Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms homeschooling neurodivergent learners in the free Facebook group Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families at homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/emailsignup
Step 3: Personalized Homeschool Systems Coaching: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Jul 8, 2026
Jul 8, 2026
30 min
Why do some behavior strategies seem to work for one child but completely fail with another?
What does "regulation" actually mean, and why does it matter so much for learning and behavior?
How can you tell if a challenging behavior is really a sign that your child is dysregulated?
In this episode, occupational therapist Alison Foura joins me from the Sensory Solutions for Parents podcast to explore the connection between regulation and behavior. We discuss what it is and how it impacts learning, attention, emotions, and behavior.
Whether you're navigating meltdowns, resistance, big emotions, or daily struggles with focus and transitions, this conversation will help you look beneath the behavior and better support your neurodivergent learner.
Save this quote from the conversation: Dr. Ross Greene says, “Kids do well when they can,” and those are words to live by when we’re raising up our kids!
Connect with Alison
Listen to the podcast: Sensory Solutions for Parents
Alison’s facebook community: Sensory Solutions for Parents
Related Resources from Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families
Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Continue the conversation in the Facebook group!
Join Here: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Learn more about my 1:1 coaching here: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Resources mentioned in the Podcast
Dr. Mona Delahooke: Pediatric Psychologist, great FB and Instagram accounts with wonderful information on seeing kids behaviors through a lens of curiosity and rather than compliance https://monadelahooke.com/
CoRegulation video on Mona Delahooke’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monadelahooke/reel/CtCKDx3AW9_/
Related Episode 04 What If ‘Bad Behavior’ Isn’t the Problem? A Better Way to Understand Challenging Behavior in Homeschool
Related Episode 09 ADHD Kids Need More Than Accommodations: How to Teach Self-Regulation and Boundaries
Contact: jenny@homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com
Podcast: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/podcast
Connect: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Resources: Fixes for Homeschool Days that Fall Apart (your ADHD Homeschool Parachute Plan) Get the guide at https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Next Steps:
Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms homeschooling neurodivergent learners in the free Facebook group Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families at homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/emailsignup
Step 3: Personalized Homeschool Systems Coaching: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Jul 1, 2026
Jul 1, 2026
15 min
Feeling worn out and run down?
Are you questioning everything and wondering if you made the right choice to homeschool?
Are you struggling with feelings of disconnection and loneliness in your homeschool journey?
If you've been feeling exhausted, disconnected, or overwhelmed, these four simple questions can help you process what's weighing you down, reconnect with joy, build supportive relationships, and find gratitude again.
Related Resources from Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families
Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Continue the conversation in the Facebook group! Join Here: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Learn more about my 1:1 coaching here: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Resources and Links Mentioned
Northern California Homeschool Convention
Wild + Free Group Registry
Journal
Related Episode 04 When One Child Needs More Support: ADHD, Sibling Conflict, and Finding Balance in Your Homeschool
Related Episode 07 How to Finish Your Homeschool Year Well Without Stress, Burnout, or Curriculum Guilt
Contact: jenny@homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com
Podcast: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/podcast
Connect: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Resources: Fixes for Homeschool Days that Fall Apart (your ADHD Homeschool Parachute Plan) Get the guide at https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Next Steps:
Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms homeschooling neurodivergent learners in the free Facebook group Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families at homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/emailsignup
Step 3: Personalized Homeschool Systems Coaching: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Jun 24, 2026
Jun 24, 2026
20 min
Summertime is here… how much do you plan?
Do you throw out all the schedules or do you keep some structure?
How do you create rhythms that both you and your kids will be happy with?
In this episode I have 5 parts to creating a summer rhythm that works for you and your neurodivergent child. I'll discuss layers of support from routines, rhythms, weekly anchors, boredom busters, and more.
Continue the conversation in the Facebook group!
Join Here: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Learn more about Homeschool Systems Coaching: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Books & Resources Mentioned
(Some links below are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.)
Get a copy of the visual summer schedule worksheet mentioned in this episode: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/summerscheduleplanner
Related Episode 06 Stop Repeating Yourself: Visual Schedules for Neurodivergent Kids That Build Calm and Independence
Related Episode 09 ADHD Kids Need More Than Accommodations: How to Teach Self-Regulation and Boundaries
Contact: jenny@homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com
Podcast: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/podcast
Connect: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Resources: Fixes for Homeschool Days that Fall Apart (your ADHD Homeschool Parachute Plan) Get the guide at https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Next Steps:
Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms homeschooling neurodivergent learners in the free Facebook group Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families at homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/emailsignup
Step 3: Personalized Homeschool Systems Coaching: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Jun 17, 2026
Jun 17, 2026
28 min
When is it time to make the switch from public school to homeschool?
Can homeschooling help kids with ADHD grow in independence and accountability?
And how do you balance homeschooling while working from home?
In today's episode, Billie-Jo Cochran from The Working Homeschool Mom podcast shares her family's journey from public school to homeschooling. She wasn't planning to homeschool, but a series of circumstances changed both her mind and her heart.
In our conversation, Billie-Jo shares how homeschooling helped support her children with ADHD and dyslexia, the systems that help her manage both work and homeschooling, and the lessons she's learned along the way.
Connect with Billie-Jo
Listen to the podcast: The Working Homeschool Mom
Visit Billie-Jo's website: https://thesimplifiedmom.com/
Follow Billie-Jo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesimplifiedmombc/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesimplifiedmom
Billie-Jo’s facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/routinesfortheworkinghomeschoolmom
Resources from Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families
Continue the conversation in the Facebook group!
Join Here: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Get my Fixes for Homeschool Days That Fall Apart guide freebie https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Learn more about my 1:1 coaching here: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/coachingoffer
Related Episode 01 How to Start Homeschooling Your Neurodivergent Child
Related Episode 09 ADHD Kids Need More Than Accommodations: How to Teach Self-Regulation and Boundaries
Contact: jenny@homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com
Podcast: homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/podcast
Connect: Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Resources: Fixes for Homeschool Days that Fall Apart (your ADHD Homeschool Parachute Plan) Get the guide at https://bit.ly/homeschoolparachuteplan
Next Steps:
Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms homeschooling neurodivergent learners in the free Facebook group Homeschooling Support for ADHD Families
Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Homeschooling Systems for ADHD Families at homeschoolingsystemsforadhd.com/emailsignup
Step 3: Personalized coaching coming: