Episode 67 - Homeschooling and Radical Responsibility with Jess Drover

In this episode, Jess Drover joins me to talk about homeschooling, slower living, and the importance of taking radical responsibility for how we raise our children. From navigating the public school system and rejecting societal norms to experiencing the transformative power of home birth and tuning into her intuition, Jess shares her story of reshaping motherhood on her own terms.

We explore the emotional realities of modern parenting, the pressures of “having it all,” and how embracing boredom, simplicity, and child-led learning can nurture emotionally healthy and curious children. Jess offers an empowering look into redefining success, balancing marriage and family, and what it really means to choose a different path, even when it’s hard.

Jess and I talk about: 

• The importance of context in decision making 
• The meaning behind “mom guilt” and reconnecting with maternal intuition
• Jess’s journey from a hospital birth to two home births
• What radical responsibility looks like in motherhood and parenting
• Leaving a career and making major lifestyle shifts to prioritize family
• How boredom supports creativity, critical thinking, and emotional development in kids
• Debunking myths about socialization and homeschooling
• The challenges and unexpected rewards of living on one income
• Why many parents are choosing homeschooling – by inspiration or necessity

Jess Drover is a homeschooling mom of three, homebirth advocate, and book lover based in Ontario, Canada. She’s passionate about simple, intentional living – rooted in child-led learning, outdoor play, and her own intuition. As an Usborne Books consultant, Jess helps families bring more curiosity and connection into their homes through stories and self-directed education.

Episode Links:

• Say hi to Jess on Instagram
• Check out Jess’s book stock and recommendations at Usborne Books 

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