I have multiple young children. How can I balance the needs of my baby and still homeschool my preschoolers?
A preschool child does not need to follow a strict schedule and curriculum. When you homeschool, you are free to work with your child when it works in YOUR schedule. For example, you might read to your preschooler while the baby is nursing, or play a game with your preschooler while the baby is sleeping. When you are busy with the baby, you can place games, books and toys out for your older child to explore. You may find that the baby can be included in some activities or you may find that having an occasional mother’s helper gives you more one-on-one time to spend with your preschooler. The key is to set reasonable expectations for yourself and your child, and to rest assured that even a day spent doing nothing but building with blocks is a day well spent.
