We are the Hanson's / Family Life, Practical Tips & Self-Care

We are the Hanson's / Family Life, Practical Tips & Self-Care

We Are The Hansons is a top-rated family and parenting podcast hosted by Myia Hanson, offering honest conversations about real life, blended family dynamics, parenting, mental health, and personal growth—straight from the heart of Springfield, Missouri.Raising 13 children ranging from age 30 to 8, M...

How Do You Afford A Big Family? The Real Numbers
We are the Hanson's / Family Life, Practical Tips & Self-Care
How Do You Afford A Big Family? The Real Numbers

Recent Episodes

Sept. 8, 2026

How Do You Afford A Big Family? The Real Numbers

How do you afford a family with thirteen kids? Myia Hanson gets into the real numbers, hard lessons, sacrifices, and financial decisions behind raising a big family. From groceries and cars to Christmas, income, budgeting, and building businesses, this episode reveals what actually worked—and why sometimes the answer isn’t cutting back, but building more capacity.
Sept. 1, 2026

School Goes Wherever We Go Why Virtual Public School Works for Our Family_mixdown

What if school didn’t have to stop when your family hits the road? In this episode of We Are the Hansons, we share why virtual public school works for our family, from the flexibility to travel and learn anywhere to the responsibility and independence it teaches our girls. We also look at the benefits of traditional school, the challenges of learning from home, and why the best education is ultimately the one that fits your child and your family. This has been a Fuzzy Life Entertainment Product
Aug. 25, 2026

MORE THAN A FAMILY PET A BLESSING WITH A PURPOSE_mixdown

Meet Keevah, the newest member of the Hanson family! We brought our Cane Corso puppy home on August 4th, and she’s already stealing hearts and impressing us with how quickly she learns. But Keevah has an even bigger journey ahead: we hope to train her as a seizure alert and response service dog for Anailyn. Join us as we share Keevah’s first weeks at home, her early training wins, and the special bond that’s just beginning. This has been a Fuzzy Life Entertainment Production
Aug. 18, 2026

Back to school we are the hansons_mixdown

Back-to-school looks a little different in the Hanson house! With three girls doing K12 online school, the new year begins when those big boxes of books and supplies arrive at the door. Myia shares the realities, challenges, and unexpected joys of learning from home—and why these ordinary school days are worth slowing down to appreciate. This has been a Fuzzy Life Entertainment Production
Aug. 11, 2026

DOUBLE DIGITS Torran Turns 10_mixdown

Torran is officially in the double digits! 🎂 In this episode of We Are the Hansons, Myia shares the laughs, love, and little moments that made Torran’s 10th birthday special—from three good friends and chocolate cake to her favorite chicken, broccoli and rice bake, presents, an electric scooter, and a family movie night. It’s a reminder that the best childhood memories aren’t about perfect parties—they’re about feeling loved, celebrated, and surrounded by your people. This has been a Fuzzy Life
Aug. 4, 2026

Anailyn's 9th Birthday A Week Full of Smiles, Rides, and Family_mixdown

In this heartfelt episode of We Are The Hansons, Myia shares the joy-filled story of Anailyn’s 9th birthday celebration. From a fun-filled night at the fair with rides, funnel cake, and fireworks, to her dream birthday meal of shrimp Alfredo and ice cream cake, every moment was filled with excitement and love. Anailyn’s special week continued with family, homemade strawberry confetti cake, thoughtful gifts, and memories made with her siblings, cousin Logan, Kate, and loved ones. It’s a beautiful

Recent Blog Posts

Jan. 30, 2026

Snow Days

Snow days hit a little different at our house. With a full house, online public virtual school, and a schedule that usually runs like a well-oiled machine… all it takes is one winter storm or power outage to throw everything beautifully off the rail…
Jan. 20, 2026

Little Things That Drive Us Crazy And Break Our Heats At The Same Time

What if the very things that drive you crazy as a parent are the same things you’ll ache for one day? In this heartfelt and deeply relatable episode of We Are the Hansons, host Myia Hanson reflects on the everyday moments of parenting that test …
Jan. 20, 2026

The Unexpected Lessons of a Large Family: What 13 Kids Taught Me About Humanity

Raising thirteen children hasn't just filled my home with noise and laughter; it's offered a front-row seat to the beautiful, messy, and profound reality of the human condition. In this blog post, I want to share some of the unexpected lessons I've …

About the Host

Myia Hanson