Home School Mum Life | Home education, Flexi-schooling, family wellness, parenting tips, and real countryside living
Welcome to Home School Mum Life — the podcast where learning happens in muddy fields, messy kitchens, and occasionally… in an actual workbook (if we’re lucky). I’m so glad you’re here. I’m SJ — a former teacher, qualified personal trainer, farmer’s wife, and full-time mum navigating the wonderfully chaotic world of flexi-schooling and home education. We live deep in the countryside, where our days are a mix of phonics, puddle-jumping, garden PE, and the odd runaway sheep. You know — the usual. This podcast is for midlife mums like me, juggling education, wellness, hormones, and a million other things — all without a school bell to keep us on track. Whether you’re flexi-schooling, home educating full time, or just trying to survive until bedtime, you’ll find honesty, humour, and a few helpful tips along the way. Each week, I’ll share stories from our own learning journey, teaching tips from my classroom days, how I sneak in self-care and fitness, and what it’s really like living this homeschool life on a farm. Expect solo episodes, guest chats with fellow mums and educators, and down-to-earth reviews of days out and activities — because sometimes, we all need a plan that doesn’t end with someone crying in the car park. And this season, I’m excited to be partnering with Mother Cuppa — a range of herbal teas that support women’s wellness, especially through the wild ride of perimenopause and mum life. So pop the kettle on, grab your brew, and take a moment for you. No pressure. No perfection. Just real-life home education and healthy living — one muddy footprint at a time. This is Home School Mum Life. Let’s learn as we go — together. www.fleximumlife.com thefleximum@gmail.com The information contained herein is for informational and educational purposes only, and should not, and in no way should, be perceived as or relied upon in any way as medical, mental health, health care or nutritional advice. Such information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment that can be provided by your own physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, therapist, counsellor, mental health practitioner, licensed dietitian or nutritionist, or any other licensed or registered health care professional. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking professional advice because of information you have read in our materials.
Episodes

Monday Mar 11, 2024
Monday Mar 11, 2024
Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible mums out there that means YOU!
Your love, strength, and endless sacrifices never go unnoticed.
Today, let's celebrate and honour YOU the amazing women who hold Your families together.
Today at the end of International Women's week we reflect on life as a woman and mother in 2024. I share 3 top tips for making Mothers Day less stressful and more meaningful.
Love and light
SJ xx
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❤️ Weight Loss Framework - Find out more how I can support you with my 90 day weight loss program. Find out more here
🌹 Women's Balance Harmonising Collection - Treat yourself to a little self-care with some of my favourite hormone balancing beauty products all natural and locally made near my home in Dorset, UK here

Monday Mar 04, 2024
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Is joining a gym going to help you lose weight?
We are often led to believe that buying a gym membership will be the thing that helps you lose weight but is that actually true? The fitness industry makes a lot of money from people who sign up to the gym and never attend.
Today we chat about the key points to consider before you sign up for that gym membership to make sure you do not lose money!
Would you like to book a 1:1 online Personal Training session with me?
Book series of online power hours with me using this LINK
Grab the digital planners here
⭐️ Free Meal Prep Guide - Download my free meal prep guide here
❤️ Weight Loss Framework - Find out more how I can support you with my 90 day weight loss program. Find out more here
🌹 Women's Balance Harmonising Collection - Treat yourself to a little self-care with some of my favourite hormone balancing beauty products all natural and locally made near my home in Dorset, UK here

Monday Feb 26, 2024
Monday Feb 26, 2024
Hey friend!
Am I glad to be back! Today I fill you in on what has been happening with our move and how I have been navigating life and building a new routine.
I am also inviting you to join me over the coming months to build a plan for your health and fitness goals. What would you like to achieve in the next two months?
I invite you to download my digital planner and join me in voxer for an informal accountability group over the next two months.
My goal is to lose some weight in time for my holiday what is your goal?
⭐️ Grab the digital planner here
⭐️ Free Meal Prep Guide - Download my free meal prep guide here
❤️ Weight Loss Framework - Find out more how I can support you with my 90 day weight loss program. Find out more here
🌹 Women's Balance Harmonising Collection - Treat yourself to a little self-care with some of my favourite hormone balancing beauty products all natural and locally made near my home in Dorset, UK here

Monday Jan 29, 2024
Monday Jan 29, 2024
⭐️ Get a copy of my Fitness Planner HERE or email me to grab one of limited hardback spiral bound copies ⭐️
Do you ever wonder why you can't lose weight despite trying all the diets?
Do you struggle with cravings and wonder why once you pop you can not stop?
Today I share the must read book that changed my attitude to food, diets, weight loss and my family's health forever!
Ultra Processed People by Chris Van Tulleken
Find it on Amazon here
Share your thoughts with me about this book via email or Instagram I would love to know how I can help you and what resources you might need to start removing ultra processed foods from your diet.
wellnessandwelliesuk@gmail.com
@wellness_wellies
⭐️ Free Meal Prep Guide - Download my free meal prep guide here
❤️ Weight Loss Framework - Find out more how I can support you with my 90 day weight loss program. Find out more here
🌹 Women's Balance Harmonising Collection - Treat yourself to a little self-care with some of my favourite hormone balancing beauty products all natural and locally made near my home in Dorset, UK here

Monday Jan 22, 2024
Monday Jan 22, 2024
Hey friend!
In this episode of we delve into 11 empowering coping strategies specifically designed to help women conquer Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
These strategies wont cost you a tonne of money or time!
You might want to try one, two or all of them. Let me know how you get on!
⭐️ Get a copy of the Fitness Planner HERE
❤️ Grab a gorgeous Organic Moisturiser HERE
Let's connect:
Instagram: @wellness_wellies
TickTok: @wellness_wellies
Email: wellnessandwelliesuk@gmail.com
Love and light
SJ xx

Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Chasing the Winter Blues Away: Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder Part 1
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Hey friend
Today we are talking Winter Blues, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SADs).
Learn what it is and build an understanding of why this time of year can be so challenging and I want you to know that you are not alone!
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs at a specific time of the year, typically during the fall and winter months when daylight hours are shorter. Combine that with the hormonal fluctuations of menopause and you are in for a rough ride!
At the end of the episode I share two tips to helps you beat SAD's and in the next episode I will share 11 more ideas to help you beat the winter blues!
⭐️ Get a copy of the Fitness Planner HERE ⭐️
Let's connect:
Instagram: @wellness_wellies
TickTok: @wellness_wellies
Email: wellnessandwelliesuk@gmail.com
Love and light
SJ xx
⭐️ Free Meal Prep Guide - Download my free meal prep guide here
❤️ Weight Loss Framework - Find out more how I can support you with my 90 day weight loss program. Find out more here
🌹 Women's Balance Harmonising Collection - Treat yourself to a little self-care with some of my favourite hormone balancing beauty products all natural and locally made near my home in Dorset, UK here

Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Hey friend!
Welcome to 2024 I hope it brings you health and happiness.
In todays episode learn how to reflect on the past year and set goals for 2024 using a simple process and questions I use to help you get clarity on your goals for 2024.
If setting goals overwhelms you and you would like some support book a POWER HOUR with me and we will work through this process together. You will also get a digital copy of my Health and Wellness Planner to support you over the coming months.
⭐️ Get a copy of the Fitness Planner HERE ⭐️
Let's connect:
Instagram: @wellness_wellies
TickTok: @wellness_wellies
Email: wellnessandwelliesuk@gmail.com
REVIEW QUESTIONS:
Highlights for each month - look back at phone pictures and calendar
What were your biggest challenges?
What were your successes?
PLAN QUESTIONS:
What are you going to STOP this year?
What are you going to CONTINUE this year?
What are you going to START this year?
Previous Goal Setting Episodes from the podcast
https://wellnessandwellies.podbean.com/e/5-weightmanagementmaster-seriessettingsmartgoals-forweight-lossreverse-engineeringweight-loss-goalsdailyactions-to-bring-you-closer-to-your-health-a/
https://wellnessandwellies.podbean.com/e/4-weightmanagementmaster-seriescreatingyourvision-and-goals-for-2022-visionboards-and-creatinggodcentred-goalshealth-and-fitnessfor-christian-women/
⭐️ Free Meal Prep Guide - Download my free meal prep guide here
❤️ Weight Loss Framework - Find out more how I can support you with my 90 day weight loss program. Find out more here
🌹 Women's Balance Harmonising Collection - Treat yourself to a little self-care with some of my favourite hormone balancing beauty products all natural and locally made near my home in Dorset, UK here

Monday Nov 13, 2023
Menopause Weight Loss made simple | Does the 30 30 30 Rule actually work?
Monday Nov 13, 2023
Monday Nov 13, 2023
Does the 30-30-30 regime actually work? 🌅💪
My thoughts on Gary Brecka's regime of starting your day strong with 30g of protein within 30 mins of waking up, paired with a 30-minute low-intensity workout.
Is it the perfect formula for weight loss, especially during menopause? Here's to nourishing the body and embracing a fit, fabulous lifestyle! 🥗🏋️♀️
⭐️ Get the last few copies of the Fitness Planner HERE ⭐️
Let's connect:
wellnessandwelliesuk@gmail.com
⭐️ Free Meal Prep Guide - Download my free meal prep guide here
❤️ Weight Loss Framework - Find out more how I can support you with my 90 day weight loss program. Find out more here
🌹 Women's Balance Harmonising Collection - Treat yourself to a little self-care with some of my favourite hormone balancing beauty products all natural and locally made near my home in Dorset, UK here

Monday Nov 06, 2023
Monday Nov 06, 2023
Hey friend!
After a short break and a bit of a regroup the podcast is back!
Todays episode is a bit of a catch up and regroup and to chat about whats is coming up for the pod over the coming weeks.
Thank you so much for your patience with me I am so glad to be back chatting with you again.
⭐️ EXCITING NEWS AND OPPORTUNITIES ⭐️
⭐️ Free Meal Prep Guide - Download my free meal prep guide here
❤️ Weight Loss Framework - Find out more how I can support you with my 90 day weight loss program. Find out more here
🌹 Women's Balance Harmonising Collection - Treat yourself to a little self-care with some of my favourite hormone balancing beauty products all natural and locally made near my home in Dorset, UK here

Monday Sep 25, 2023
Monday Sep 25, 2023
🌟 Prioritise to Prosper: The Power of Letting Go 🌟
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it's easy to get caught up in the chaos and clutter. But here's the secret to finding success and serenity: Prioritisation and Letting Go.
🔹 Prioritise: Identify what truly matters to you. Focus your time, energy, and resources on your most important goals and values. Make a list of your priorities and stick to it.
🔹 Letting Go: Sometimes, success means releasing what no longer serves you. Whether it's old habits, toxic relationships, or unnecessary commitments, have the courage to let them go.
✨ When you prioritise what matters and let go of what doesn't, you create space for growth, happiness, and abundance. It's a transformative power that can lead you to prosperity in all aspects of life.
Love and light
SJ xx
⭐️ Free Meal Prep Guide - Download my free meal prep guide here
❤️ Weight Loss Framework - Find out more how I can support you with my 90 day weight loss program. Find out more here
🌹 Women's Balance Harmonising Collection - Treat yourself to a little self-care with some of my favourite hormone balancing beauty products all natural and locally made near my home in Dorset, UK here