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What does it take to build a family business centered around family values and freedom?

Join Lyndsey Mimnagh, a homeschool mom of four and founder of Treehouse Schoolhouse, to talk about what it really looks like to build a family business rooted in vision, faith, and freedom.

Lyndsey shares the behind-the-scenes story of how Treehouse Schoolhouse began, from writing curriculum during nap time and nursing breaks, to slowly and intentionally growing a business that now supports her entire family and a larger mission.

We talk honestly about early sacrifices, financial risk, seasons of tight margins, and the mindset shift required to pursue entrepreneurship as a vehicle for family mission and a life of freedom.

We explore how Lyndsey and her husband have designed their life so both parents can be deeply involved with their children’s home education, how vision and willingness to “fail forward” shaped their journey, and why freedom of time, presence, and generosity defines success more than income alone.

In this episode, we talk about:

• How Treehouse Schoolhouse grew from a simple Christmas study into a thriving family business
• Building trust and serving your audience long before selling a product
• Why preschool and early education should center on connection, stories, and joy
• Living books, nature study, and biblical discipleship in the homeschool years
• Designing work and income around family rhythms instead of the other way around
• Navigating seasons of risk, sacrifice, and uncertainty as vision-driven parents
• Teaching children creativity, entrepreneurship, and courage through everyday life

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About Lyndsey Mimnagh:

Lyndsey Mimnagh is a homeschool mom of four and the founder of Treehouse Schoolhouse. Before motherhood, Lyndsey worked in children’s ministry and special needs education, experiences that deeply shaped her approach to home education. Her homeschool philosophy centers on living books and ideas, hands-on learning, nature exploration, and biblical discipleship.

Through her Instagram and blog, Lyndsey shares encouragement, practical guidance, and inspiration for families pursuing home education. She also creates curriculum and resources used by families around the world. Some of her most popular titles include An Expectant Easter, A Connected Christmas, and Treehouse Nature Study.

Connect with Lyndsey & Treehouse Schoolhouse

• Website: https://treehouseschoolhouse.com
• Shop: https://treehouseschoolhouse.com/collections/all
• Instagram: @treehouse_schoolhouse
• Facebook: /treehouse.schoolhouse
• YouTube: /TreehouseSchoolhouse
• Pinterest: /TSMotherhoodHomeschool

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In this episode, I sit down with Shayna Beeksma, founder of Beeksma Law, to talk about what it really looks like to build a law firm with your spouse while homeschooling five kids, prioritizing family, and living out your faith.

Shayna shares how she and her husband went all in from the very beginning, turning their firm into a true family business without the safety net of a second income. We talk about how they divided roles inside the firm, how those roles have evolved over time, and why building strong systems was essential to creating flexibility, sustainability, and more presence at home.

We also dive into their homeschooling journey, including why they chose to homeschool, how their learning philosophy has shifted as their family has grown, and what homeschooling multiple ages under one roof looks like in real life. Shayna explains how faith shapes their approach to education, daily rhythms, and long-term goals for their children.

Shayna also shares a powerful testimony through her son Judah’s story, a life-threatening medical crisis that doctors believed he would not survive, and how God’s sovereignty and grace carried their family through. This conversation is for moms who are considering starting something, taking a leap of faith, and building a life where family truly comes first.

Connect with Shayna:
BeeksmaLaw.ca (use the Instant Booking tab)
@BeeksmaLaw on Instagram and Facebook

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In this episode Kendall Berg, career coach, strategist, and author of Secrets of the Career Game, talks about how moms can plan their careers before kids, navigate work during the early years, and return with confidence after a career pause.

Kendall shares her own journey of climbing the corporate ladder, becoming a mother of two, and building a successful career coaching business alongside a corporate leadership role. Together, they break down the practical, often unspoken strategies that help women grow professionally without sacrificing family priorities.

In this episode, we cover:

• The most common reason women hire a career coach
• How to plan your career before having kids so you have more options later
• What to do during a career pause to protect your long-term growth
• How to return to work after kids without starting over
• Why promotions often depend more on soft skills than hard work
• The importance of building a “village” when returning to work
• How to advocate for yourself without burning bridges

Whether you’re early in your career, preparing for motherhood, returning after time at home, or feeling stuck despite working hard, this conversation offers practical guidance and clarity for navigating each season.

Connect with Kendall:

• Website: https://thatcareercoach.net
  
  
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatcareercoach
  
  
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendallberg
  
  

Kendall’s book:
Secrets of the Career Game

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If this episode resonated with you, please share it with another mom who needs encouragement. Subscribe so you never miss an episode, and connect with me on LinkedIn or Instagram.

For other episodes and resources, visit our website at https://littlehandsbigplans.co/pages/podcast

To learn more about my law firm, Sisu Legal, check out my website.