“Home is for learning and not for perfection.” In this week’s must-listen-to podcast episode, Nicole Homan — author of They Call Me Mama — shares lessons she’s learned as the mom of 14 kids.
She tells the story of their unexpected journey to growing their family to 16 (14 kids + parents), what it’s really like to have such a full house, how she finds time for quiet, mantras that carry her through, the pain of failed adoption, and how to have the courage to say yes to God’s call — even when it completely scares you.
This episode is so packed with truth and inspiration. I came away from this interview so encouraged and motivated as a mom. I think every mom should listen to it (and even if you’re not a mom, you’ll get a lot from her words of wisdom!)
In This Episode
[00:34] – Welcome to another episode of The Crystal Paine Show.
[02:01] – Nicole introduces herself.
[03:39] – When you first got married, were you planning on having kids right away?
[05:50] – Nicole found out she was pregnant right before their first adoption. And their family quickly then grew to 10 — in unexpected ways.
[09:00] – What advice, what encouragement would you have for someone who, they want to step out but fear is holding them back?
[11:11] – Were there moments when you were thinking, “what did we say yes to”?
[13:13] – What do you do when you feel overwhelmed by the mess and the noise?
[15:08] – How do you cultivate stillness in your heart?
[16:48] – Nicole shares super practical tips for moms to get quiet time when you have lots of littles.
[19:23] – Nicole shares the unexpected story of how they went from 10 children to 14 children.
[23:10] – The pain of a failed adoption.
[25:05] – If you could go back and talk to yourself 20 years ago, what would you say?
Links & Resources
- Books
- They Call Me Mama by Nicole Homan
- Other Links
- Nicole Homan, Planted
- Love-Centered Parenting
- 10 Days to Be a Happier Mom
- Sign up for the Hot Deals Email List
- MoneySavingMom.com
- My Instagram account (I’d love for you to follow me there! I usually hop on at least a few times per day and share behind-the-scenes photos and videos, my grocery store hauls, funny stories, or just anything I’m pondering or would like your advice or feedback on!)
- Have feedback on the show or suggestions for future episodes or topics? Send me an email: crystal @ moneysavingmom.com