Are you wondering if your child's speech development is on track or how communication impacts their academic success? In this episode, Jae sits down with veteran speech-language pathologist Karin to explore the vital role of speech therapy in homeschooling and beyond. Learn how to identify early red flags and support your child's communication journey from the comfort of your home.Karin shares her 28-year journey from being a bilingual translator for her family to founding SpeechFit, a practice dedicated to helping students of all ages master communication. We dive deep into the often-overlooked connection between speech sounds and literacy, explaining why early intervention is key for reading and spelling success. Karin also discusses her passion for helping teenagers navigate social communication and public speaking anxiety, providing practical strategies for parents to implement at home.The conversation highlights the benefits of tele practice and how virtual therapy can offer flexibility for busy homeschool families. From understanding executive functioning to recognizing red flags in early language development, this episode is packed with expert advice for parents. Karin also offers heartfelt encouragement on the importance of self-care and being present with your children during the fleeting years of childhood.

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Karin “Careen” Hartunian Koukeyan, MS, CCC-SLP, is the founder of SpeechFit, A Speech-Language Pathology Corporation, a solo practice providing clinical, corporate, and consulting services. With over 25 years of experience across private practice, outpatient, telehealth, school, early intervention, and adult home health settings, Karin brings deep expertise in communication and leadership. As a Corporate Speech Pathologist, she coaches professionals to enhance their communication effectiveness, executive presence, and confidence in the workplace.

A pioneer in telepractice since 2010, she has delivered services in both educational and healthcare environments and continues to advance best practices in the field. Karin regularly presents at state and national conferences and develops content for articles, podcasts, and webinars on a broad range of topics in communication, telepractice, and professional growth. A strong advocate for expanding access to care through telehealth, she currently serves as the 2025-2027 Board Member, Secretary-Treasurer for California Speech Language Hearing Association (CSHA), 2026 Co-Chair of the ASHA Telepractice Topic Committee. She also served as the elected 2023-2025 Associate Coordinator for ASHA Special Interest Group 18 (Telepractice).Be sure to visit the SpeechFit website to learn more about Corrine's services and resources. Subscribe to the Homeschool Yo Kids podcast for more expert interviews and support for your homeschooling journey.#homeschooling #speechtherapy #literacy #parenting #telehealth

Are you feeling the pressure to make your homeschool look like a traditional classroom? Join host Jae and special guest Kesha James as they dive into the world of experiential learning, micro-schools, and the importance of following your childs natural rhythm. This episode is a must-watch for any parent looking to break free from traditional structures and create a more meaningful educational journey.

In this episode of the Homeschool Your Kids Podcast, Kesha James shares her inspiring journey from a traditional educator to a homeschooling mompreneur who built a flourishing co-op from the ground up. We explore how to navigate the different seasons of homeschooling, from high-energy planting periods to essential times of rest and reflection. Kesha opens up about the unique challenges and rewards of homeschooling as a single parent and the deep internal healing that often happens for the parent along the way.

Whether you are just starting out or looking to refresh your current routine, this conversation is packed with practical advice on community building, self-care, and interest-led learning. You will learn how to turn your childs passions, like monster trucks or anime, into powerful educational opportunities. Kesha also discusses the vision behind her new micro-school and how to provide holistic support for the entire family unit.

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Keisha James, M.Ed., is an educational consultant, writer, and homeschool mom who brings heart and hands-on wisdom to everything she creates. As the founder of CC Patchworks LLC and co-founder of Curriculum Agents, Keisha is dedicated to helping families and organizations design learning experiences that are affirming, experiential and holistic in nature with parent wellness at the core.

With a background in experiential learning, child development, teaching, social-emotional learning and coaching, Keisha supports homeschooling families in crafting unique routines and flows — while also guiding programs, publishers, and communities seeking dynamic consultation, publications, curriculum development, or speaking engagements.

Her work uplifts diverse narratives, honors her heritage, and champions learning that flows with real life.Whether through books, workshops, or customized support, Keisha shows up with purpose, play, and a deep belief in the power of reimagined education.

Chapters0:00 Introduction to Kesha James3:15 The Birth of an Experiential Co-op6:45 Micro-schools and Childrens Books10:20 Holistic Support for Homeschool Families13:55 Understanding Experiential Learning17:30 Leveraging Parent Expertise21:10 Moving and Rebuilding Your Tribe25:00 The Importance of Rest and Planting Seeds28:45 Financial and Mental Wellness for Parents32:15 Creating the Solutions You Need35:50 A Lifelong Passion for Education39:25 Shifting to Homeschooling During the Pandemic43:00 The Joy of Truly Knowing Your Child46:40 Finding Flow During Life Transitions50:15 Interest Led Learning and Monster Trucks53:50 Self Care and Journaling for Parents56:25 Three Final Takeaways and ClosingIf you found this conversation helpful, please subscribe to the Homeschool Your Kids Podcast and leave a comment sharing which season of homeschooling you are currently in!#homeschooling

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What happens when the father you are born with isn't the one you needed? In this deeply moving episode, Dr. Patton Dodd joins Jae to discuss his memoir and the complex journey of healing from a childhood shaped by addiction and emotional absence. It is a raw look at how our past shapes us and how we can choose a different path for our own children.

🌟Patton shares the honest reality of growing up with an alcoholic father and how he navigated the father figures he created in his imagination to fill the void. We explore the powerful influence of his mother and sister, the heavy weight of trauma, and why breaking generational cycles is the most important work a parent can do. This conversation dives deep into the identity shifts that happen when we become parents ourselves and the importance of attending to our own wounds so we don't pass them down.

🪴Whether you are a homeschool parent or someone looking to reconcile with your own history, this episode offers profound insights into identity, forgiveness, and the courage it takes to become the parent you never had. Learn why presence is the greatest gift you can give your kids and how to find joy even in the midst of a difficult story.

The Father You Get: And the Ones You Make, Believe In, and Become: Dodd, Patton: 9781506486987: Amazon.com: Books

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0:00 Intro and meet Dr. Patton Dodd 3:15 Growing up with a troubled father7:40 The complexity of two parent households11:20 Papa Friend and making father figures15:30 Dealing with the trauma of an absent presence19:45 The role of siblings in dysfunctional families23:15 Pattons transition into fatherhood27:40 The emotional side of becoming a dad32:10 Finding compassion through family history36:50 Confronting the blame of addiction41:05 My mother was the light in the dark45:30 A story of redemption and late love49:15 The importance of therapy and self care52:40 Final advice for parents and choosing joyIf this conversation resonated with you, please subscribe for more stories on parenting and personal growth.

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