165. Wisdom from a mom of 14 (with Nicole Homan)

“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 motivcated 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

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