Congratulations on your new endeavors! I’ve been homeschooling for the last 7 years and absolutely enjoy the freedom! It feels good to give our children a solid foundation knowing they are learning truth and not lies. They are free to explore, adventure and be themselves instead of who they are told to be. We’ll have five of our own soon, it is challenging at times with four but we manage and make do. One good thing is the older can help teach the younger, that is always helpful.
Hang in there and just make sure you all are protected and have back up. Are you a member of the HSLDA (homeschool legal defense association)? They will definitely help you fight against the CPS if ever you run into any problems with them. I wish you and your beautiful family all the best :)