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in Episodes on May 14, 2024 by The Mom Hour

Elementary School Mom-Life (The Good, The Hard, & The Funny) : Episode 465



For Sarah this spring, it’s the end of an era: elementary school parenting. The youngest of our combined eight kids is wrapping up fifth grade, so today Meagan asks Sarah to reflect back on the (long!) season of parenting in the grade school years. Our conversation is filled with reflections, emotions, gentle regrets, and laughs. Plus, a good-old-fashioned round of Would You Rather: Elementary School Mom Edition. Enjoy!

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  • Episodes From The Archives That Pair Well With This One:
    • Pomp, Circumstance, And Motherhood: Episode 419
    • School Decisions Feel Like a LOT (Here’s What To Keep In Mind): Episode 298
    • School Volunteering That Fits Your Personality: Episode 245
    • Tips For Starting (Elementary & Middle) School: Episode 221
    • Glad I Did / Wish I’d Done: Back To School: Episode 377

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Filed Under: Episodes Tagged With: big kids, our eight, school

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