In this episode of the Only Love Today podcast, I sit down with Ashley White for an honest, hope-filled conversation about raising boys with intentionality, grace, and humor. My favorite part is her encouragement to scoop our teens up just like we did with our toddlers! You'll have to check out this episode to fully understand what I mean, but that image of scooping my kids up has helped me be a more gracious mom since the day I did this interview.
Whether you're homeschooling, navigating teenage years, or trying to foster stronger sibling bonds, Ashley shares practical encouragement for Christian moms seeking to lead with love.
We dive into:
-The power of brotherhood and integrity in your home
-How to affirm and respect teenage boys while holding boundaries
-Misconceptions about raising boys
-Why laughter, movement, and connection matter more than perfection
This one’s for the boy moms, the homeschoolers, the grace-chasers—and anyone longing to be more intentional in the way they parent. You’ll walk away feeling less alone and more equipped.
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📓 Show Notes
Takeaways
Only love today is a guiding principle for parenting.
Teen boys can be amazing and should be celebrated.
Intentional parenting starts at home and is crucial.
Fostering brotherhood among siblings is important for their development.
Conversations about integrity and respect for women should start early.
Respecting and affirming teenage boys is essential for their growth.
Resources and support are vital for boy moms.
Movement can facilitate better conversations with boys.
Laughter and humor can heal family dynamics.
Parenting is a lifelong learning journey.
Resources Ashley Mentioned
Connect with Ashley on IG: @sonschooling
Monica Swanson https://monicaswanson.com/
Kathy Eggers over at The Homegrown Preschooler helped Ashley through SO much in her early years of totschooling and motherhood. https://www.kathyeggers.com/
(secular) Peter Gray https://www.petergray.org/. Nerdy, but EPIC child psychologist from back in the day.
Priscilla Shirer https://www.goingbeyond.com/
(secular) Julie Bogart from https://bravewriter.com/about/about-julie/
Chapters
00:00 Welcome Prayer and Introduction
03:41 Rapid Fire Questions and Personal Insights
09:10 The Concept of Sonschooling
14:22 World Schooling Explained
19:46 Intentional Parenting and Discipleship
22:45 Navigating Conversations About Integrity and Respect
24:55 Laying Foundations for Respecting Women
24:59 Fostering Brotherhood Among Boys
26:44 Understanding Different Personalities in Parenting
29:54 Respecting Growing Sons: A New Approach
33:02 The Importance of Affirmation in Parenting
35:23 Building Rapport and Understanding with Teens
38:37 Misconceptions About Raising Boys
42:45 Only Love Today: Encouragement for Moms
46:05 Resources and Final Thoughts
