Have you ever wondered what life looks like when a passionate educator becomes a full-time mom who still loves teaching?

Our guest, math instruction YouTuber Ms. Beutl, takes us through her diverse teaching journey—from kindergarten classes to international teaching in South Korea, and ultimately to her dream position as a math curriculum specialist. Just when her career was peaking, motherhood changed everything. Ten months after landing her ideal role, she made the difficult decision to leave her career and focus on raising her daughter. This raw conversation explores both the challenges and unexpected joys of this major life pivot.

This episode is full of creative teaching-adjacent job ideas for the fellow teacher-turned-mom as well as practical advice and real-life stories from the motherhood trenches.

Whether you're a teacher contemplating a similar transition, a parent struggling to maintain professional identity, or simply curious about balancing passion with parenthood, this conversation offers both practical strategies and emotional validation for your journey.

For skills-based math instruction videos for grades K-5, head to: Math with Ms. Beutl's YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@MsBeutl.

Thanks for listening to A (Mostly) Stay-at-Home-Mom!

Navigating the postpartum period can feel overwhelming, exhausting, and downright chaotic — but it doesn’t have to be that way. In this episode, I share simple, realistic tips that helped me not only survive but heal and restore during those early weeks with baby. Whether you’re a first-time mom or adding another little one to the mix, this gentle guide is for you.

For my personal stories and tips about going back to work postpartum: https://chocolatefortheteach.com/life-as-a-postpartum-substitute-teacher-what-its-really-like/

How to manage pumping as a substitute teacher and mom: https://chocolatefortheteach.com/how-to-pump-as-a-substitute-teacher/

Thanks for listening in on season 2 of A (Mostly) Stay-at-Home-Mom podcast. I appreciate you being here!

xo Charmaine

In this special wintertime episode, Charmaine gets behind the mic once again to share actionable tips for a sustainable holiday season as a busy mom. She shares creative ways to celebrate loved ones on a budget and ensure that holiday season schedules aren't head-spinningly packed.

Join the (Mostly) Stay-at-Home-Mom for this exciting final episode of 2024, and make a plan for how this holiday season can be a meaningful and memorable one with your family.

P.S. Charmaine and her mom wrote a children's book together! Find this thrilling tale of an adventuring Amish boy on Amazon. Thanks for checking "Amos Takes the Skyway" out!

Questions or feedback for the podcast? Contact Charmaine at mostlyhomemom@gmail.com. See you in the next season!

Hey, listeners! In this episode, Charmaine discusses actionable strategies for financial freedom, specifically designed for moms, in the season one finale of the (Mostly) Stay-at-Home Mom podcast.

She reveals the concept of leverage and how smart actions can propel your family toward significant financial milestones. Don't miss out on these invaluable insights that will help you go from hustling needlessly to.... hustling with real effects so you can stop the hustle! Tune in, and let's take the first step toward a more secure financial future together!

Balancing marriage, parenthood, and financial goals can feel like a juggling act, but it doesn't have to be overwhelming.

In this episode of A (Mostly) Stay-at-Home Mom podcast, Charmaine reflects on how new stages in family life have influenced not only their economic choices but her and her husband's marriage.

She shares personal stories as well as tips for fueling the marriage fire in the midst of big changes. Join us for this enriching discussion, and don't forget to share your thoughts, tips, and questions for future episodes!

Are there any secrets to actually promoting a small business as a solopreneur without burning out? Tune in as Charmaine wraps up the Marketing for Small Business mini-series with a cache of strategies to help you identify when your marketing is functioning like a well-oiled machine.

In this 10th episode, we dive into recognizing the signs that you’ve hit the maturity stage in your marketing efforts, allowing you to focus on high-level strategy rather than daily grind. From starting with one platform and setting up effective feedback systems to knowing when it’s time to bring in some help, this episode is packed with actionable insights.

In the second episode of the Marketing for Small Business series, Charmaine explores the next phase of marketing a solopreneur endeavor. It can be tough, but not impossible!

Learn the critical importance of starting with just one marketing platform to promote your business without creating burnout, and discover the significance of setting up feedback systems to gauge your marketing success. Understand the vital distinction between online engagement and actual sales, ensuring your efforts translate into real business growth.

In this episode, Charmaine dives into the concept of an initial sprint in your entrepreneurial journey, much like the intense periods of a first-year teacher, and the eventual necessity to delegate tasks to avoid burnout. You won't want to miss this episode!

This episode is the first in a miniseries covering marketing for your small business. In this episode, Charmaine gives realistic, actionable tips for starting out the promotional side of your business without getting too overwhelmed or navigating into unsustainable territory. If you're a new business owner, or even just daydreaming about your foray into entrepreneurship, you won't want to miss this!