The Plantbased, Not Perfect podcast is all about striving to be our healthiest selves, while living in the real world. With a master's degree in Technical Writing, Elizabeth explains complicated health topics in a format that is easy to digest. After her mom almost died from congestive heart failure caused by a root canal infection, Elizabeth became passionate about living a healthy lifestyle free from disease. This led her into the plantbased world and eventually inspired her to create #pla ...
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With over ten years experience making a home, author and mom of eight, Lisa Bass, shares her love for from scratch cooking, natural living and all things handmade. As a full-time blogger and homeschooler, Lisa also mixes in a little mom life and business tips.
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288. Reverse Meal Planning, Stock-Up Staples & Grocery Hacks for Real Life | Christine of Frugal Fit Mom
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56:03I’m chatting with Christine from Frugal Fit Mom all about feeding your family well on a budget—without stressing over perfection. Christine shares her tried-and-true strategies for keeping grocery costs low in today’s economy, including how she stocks her pantry, finds the best meat deals, and plans meals based on what’s already on hand. We also di…
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287. Save Hundreds on Groceries and Reduce Food Waste: Produce Storage Tips | Amy of The Cross Legacy
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1:03:48In today’s episode, I’m welcoming back Amy Cross from The Cross Legacy to dive into a topic that’s more important than ever: saving money on groceries and keeping produce fresh for longer. Amy shares her tried-and-true methods for making fresh food last weeks (even months!), simple strategies for reducing food waste, and how she’s kept her grocery …
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286. Q&A: My Approach to Date Nights, Clutter, Sourdough & Large Family Life + More Home Build Decisions
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50:57In this solo Q&A episode, I’m diving into your most-asked questions about motherhood, homemaking, and our new farmhouse build. From figuring out how to prioritize marriage when you have little ones, to managing clutter and paper piles, to designing a kitchen that actually works for a real family—I’m sharing what’s working (and what’s not) in our ho…
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285. Why Moms Feel So Overwhelmed (And What to Do About It) | Hannah Keeley
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58:49In this episode, I’m chatting with with America’s #1 Mom Coach, Hannah Keeley, to unpack the truth behind mom brain. We explore why motherhood rewires the brain, how overstimulation and anxiety show up, and what moms can do to reclaim clarity, peace, and joy in their daily lives. Whether you’re a mom of littles, teens, or somewhere in between, this…
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284. Real Food, Real Life: Homesteading & Motherhood with Meg of Hollar Homestead
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1:02:47In this episode, I’m joined by Meg of Hollar Homestead to talk about what it really looks like to raise a large family on a homestead. From cooking from scratch and homeschooling rhythms to livestock management and letting go of perfection, Meg offers a refreshingly honest take on simple, intentional living. We are diving into: Starting a homestead…
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225. Q&A: Boost Fertility Naturally, Tips for Bloating, Reduce Cellulite & POV on "SkinnyTok"
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26:31In this episode I do a Q&A on topics you requested. From ways to improve your fertility naturally, to tips for bloating, how to reduce cellulite and my thoughts on "SkinnyTok" we look at the science on each topic and I provide my personal insight to help you along your health and wellness journey. I also share a life update at 35 weeks pregnant, wh…
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283. Designing our forever farmhouse, prioritizing outdoor time as a family, getting out of the house with littles, and more Q&A!
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47:17In today’s Q&A episode, I’m sharing exciting updates on our farmhouse build, including the unique pantry design I’ve been working on and how we’re planning for long-term living in our new home. I also dive into how I manage those pesky ticks and mosquito bites while prioritizing plenty of free-range outdoor time for my kids. Plus, I answer your que…
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282. Finding Peace in Motherhood: Navigating Chaos with Grace | Leslie Burris
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1:27:38In this episode, I’m joined by returning guest and listener favorite, Leslie Burris. As a mother of seven and entrepreneur, Leslie shares her wisdom on choosing peace in the midst of motherhood’s inevitable chaos. We discuss the challenges of balancing family life, homeschooling, and running a business while embracing a mindset of flexibility and g…
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281. Some controversial opinions on aging naturally, losing weight after babies, mom rage, and avoiding pharmaceuticals | Elizabeth of Purely Parsons
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1:08:57I’m thrilled to welcome back Elizabeth, a dear friend, mother of six, and former RN, whose wisdom I know will be a gift to you. Elizabeth is sharing her journey of developing and selling natural care products from home with her family. We also dive into our culture’s obsession with anti-aging, the benefits of sauna detoxing, and a balanced approach…
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280. An update on our home build, saving money on organic groceries, how we spend our weekends, baby-led weaning, and more!
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44:34I’m starting off this Q&A episode by giving you an update on where things stand with our new property and home build. Exciting things are happening! Then I’m answering more of your homemaking questions about sticking to a grocery budget while eating organic, how I approach baby and toddler sleep, tips for accomplishing homestead tasks with small ch…
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For today’s episode I thought it would be interesting to break down whether oat milk is "bad" for you because it seems to consistently be demonized in the media and I wanted to know for myself since I personally like it. We cover the three major arguments people pose when discussing oat milk and break down what the science has to say about each one…
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279. Cultivating a Life Well Lived in Every Season of Motherhood | Sally Clarkson
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1:01:28It is such a gift for young mothers to glean wisdom from an older mother who has gone before. As a mother of four adult children who have launched into the world and begun beautiful careers and families of their own, Sally Clarkson dedicates much of her time to mentoring the next generation of mothers. A conversation with Sally feels like a warm cu…
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278. Don’t Overcomplicate Sourdough: Simple, Attainable Strategies for Delicious Bread Every Day | Anja of Our Gabled Home
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1:04:42If you are intimidated by sourdough, you might be believing some common myths! I’m thrilled to have Anja joining me again on the podcast to talk about the very simple processes we use to make sourdough products an everyday staple in our homes. Anja grew up eating and baking sourdough with her mother, so it is a process she has spent decades becomin…
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277. Chat with me! Large family bedtime routine, no-fuss laundry, kids using screens, new freshly-milled sourdough tips from my kitchen
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57:17Join me for another casual coffee chat as I answer more of your questions! We are diving into some large family topics: sibling personalities, laundry system, sharing bedrooms. I’m also chatting about some aspects of my business that I haven’t shared before and some specific tips on how I am changing my sourdough routine lately. May this episode en…
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276. Get Your Kids Outside This Winter: Overcome Challenges and Embrace the Unique Beauty of the Season | Ginny Yurich of 1000 Hours Outside
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53:53The cold winter months present unique challenges when it comes to spending time outdoors with our kids. If you have a goal for your children to reduce screen time and spend ample time outdoors, you have likely heard of Ginny and the 1000 Hours Outside movement. I’m so glad to have her back on the podcast to talk specifically about what it takes to …
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275. Your Messy Home + God’s Grace: Release the Shame and Finally Make Progress | Dana K. White of A Slob Comes Clean
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49:15As a homeschooling mother of eight who runs our family business from home, the only way I am able to keep our home from spiraling out of control is by constantly decluttering. I talk often about this topic because I am so convinced of the positive impact minimalism has on every area of our lives. As a fellow “naturally unorganized” person, Dana has…
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In today's episode I have a BIG life update that I have been keeping to myself, which is that I am pregnant and yes, still plantbased, not perfect. I'm so excited to get to share the news with you and answer some of the top health and wellness questions that naturally come. I hope this episode provides you with insight, personal experience and hope…
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274. Recent changes I’ve made in my baking, our no-fuss approach to family goals, how I handle tantrums, and more Q&A!
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49:40I get many questions from young homemakers who are looking for practical tips or are in need of encouragement for the season they are in. I love offering my perspective as a homemaker of over 17 years. I have walked through many seasons of motherhood; I have made mistakes and celebrated victories. And I am still continuing to learn and adapt as my …
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273. What is the BEST way to educate your children? Is homeschooling right for everyone? | Hannah Frankman
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1:01:14What is wrong with our current educational system? And how can we provide our children with a high-quality education in spite of the pervasive issues? In addition to being a lifelong homeschooled student herself, Hannah Frankman uses her podcast to explore the issues in our current school system and creative solutions to provide our children an edu…
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272. Mortgage-Free Homestead Living: DIY Cottage of Your Dreams! | Natalie of Home of Hollands
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1:08:41I hear from many of you who have a dream of living a homestead lifestyle on your own property out in the country. Natalie and her family had a similar dream, and they were determined to do it without taking on a mortgage. Rather than opting for an RV or tiny home, they turned a shed into the cottage of their dreams. Natalie joins me in this episode…
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271. What the new year holds for us, when a mom should start a business, what to do with all the Christmas gifts, and more Q&A!
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43:50Join me for another listener Q&A where I’m sharing my plans for the new year, my secret for hosting large groups in our home, my approach to Christmas gifts as a decluttering mom, and more thoughts on business, motherhood, homemaking, and simplifying life. In this episode, we cover: A recap of our exciting year– leaving our homestead, building our …
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With the California School Food Safety Act banning the state’s public schools from serving or selling foods containing six synthetic food dyes and protests at Kellogg to remove synthetic food dyes in U.S. products, driven by the the Food Babe Vanity Hari, plus discussions on this topic at the Senate - I felt like it was timely to deep dive on food …
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270. Give Your Children the Gift of Lifelong Learning | Julie Kreke of The Delightful Homeschool
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1:04:44If you could use a refreshing perspective on education in your home, this episode is for you! Whether you are already a homeschooling parent or you are considering it, Julie’s wisdom on delight-directed learning will encourage you to embrace a homeschooling life that truly serves your family and your unique children. We can reject the societal pres…
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269. Leaving the farmhouse, what I wish I’d known as a young mom, why we are minimalists, and more Q&A!
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50:34If you have been following along recently, you know that we sold our beloved farmhouse and are preparing to build our dream home on our new farm property. I’ve received lots of questions about why we bought a temporary home while we build and what our plans are for the future. I’m sharing an update on how the move went and what the next steps are! …
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268. Do You Have Too Much Stuff? Simplify Your Life Through Decluttering and Minimalism | Robyn Buchanan of Minimalist Home
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56:58As a homeschooling mother of eight who runs a business from home, decluttering is the only way I keep our home manageable. I have shared many times on this podcast about how minimalism has transformed our lives. Robyn of Minimalist Home has experienced the same freedom that comes from decluttering and organizing your home, and she makes it her miss…
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221. winter arc guide: healthy habits to start now
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36:58With just a few weeks left in 2024, I thought it would be helpful to share healthy habits to implement now to start your 2025 in a healthy place across all segments of your life: from finances and food, sleep and spiritual well being, to beauty and fitness. This episode is meant to help motivate you if you have fallen off your health habits this ye…
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267. Transform Your Family's Health with Freshly-Milled Whole Grains | Sue of Bread Beckers
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1:05:43After hearing Sue give a live presentation, I knew I had to have her on the podcast. She has been researching, baking with, and sharing about whole grains since the 1990s. She is truly an expert when it comes to utilizing whole wheat in your home kitchen. In this conversation, we are diving into the history and politics of wheat production, the vas…
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266. Homemaker Q&A: Grocery budget, breastfeeding and fertility, my best marriage advice, and more!
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45:31This week’s Q&A takes us through my thoughts on our upcoming move, how breastfeeding impacts my fertility, staples in a from-scratch kitchen, life with no dishwasher, encouraging kids to play independently, and more! Join me for another coffee chat Q&A episode! In this episode, we cover: A brief life update– we are leaving our farmhouse! Why I’m co…
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Today we are researching the trend of Seed Cycling to find out if it is legit or not. I explain what the protocol is, any studies to support it, benefits of these specific seeds, any downsides to seed cycling, benefits of seeds in general for an overall healthy diet and much more. If you have been interested in Seed Cycling this episode is for you!…
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265. Motherhood Does Not Have to Be Overwhelming: Systems for Peace and Presence at Home | KyAnn Molina of Simple Rhythms for Busy Moms
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57:01We talk often on this podcast about simplifying motherhood so you can get more done and experience more peace. As a mother of three young children, KyAnn is currently in the trenches of the little years, but she is not living in survival mode. She helps moms get out from under the weight of chronic overwhelm and create consistency, peace, and conne…
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264. Work-At-Home Moms: Asking for Help + Getting It All Done | Melissa Ferguson of The Friendly Farmhouse
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1:03:55I love chatting with fellow work-at-home moms who share in the joys and struggles of managing motherhood, homemaking, homeschooling, business, homesteading, rest, community, and more. Today’s conversation with published author Melissa Ferguson takes us behind the scenes of a fiction writer’s life. We talk through carefully choosing your “yeses” in …
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263. Things I don't worry about anymore as a mom of 8 + more Q&A!
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50:52This week's round of questions took us through a wide range of motherhood and homemaking topics: how I keep my home in order with a large family, getting my babies/toddlers to sleep through the night, and quite a few things in my motherhood journey that I just don't worry about anymore. I'd love for you to join me for this coffee chat! In this epis…
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262. Homestead Q&A: Make an Income, Find Land, Build Community | Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms
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1:00:24If you know anything about homesteading, you know who Joel Salatin is. Joel has been farming and teaching about farming for decades, and he brings his wealth of experience to this conversation for the new homesteader. What is the bigger picture of homesteading? How can you make money on a homestead? What should you avoid when purchasing land? If yo…
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261. Freeze Drying: The Food Preservation Method Every Homestead Kitchen Needs | Carolyn of Homesteading Family
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54:18When you put significant effort into sourcing and growing high quality food for your family, you quickly learn that you need a reliable way to preserve it for future use. Many homemakers are familiar with the tried and true methods of canning, fermenting, and dehydrating, but there is a newer method on the scene that is revolutionizing the way we p…
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260. How I get my babies to sleep through the night, why my home stays (mostly) tidy, my favorite stream of passive income, and more Q&A!
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45:30We are back with another Q&A episode! You all asked how I get my babies to sleep through the night, if I’m still following a pro-metabolic lifestyle, and how I avoid the chaos of a messy home. If you’d like to submit a question for a future episode, visit bit.ly/SFLquestions. I’m so glad you are joining me for this coffee chat! In this episode, we …
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259. More Style, Less Mess: Declutter and Decorate Your Way to a Home You Love | Shannon Acheson of Home Made Lovely
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56:50We all know that it is important to declutter our homes to maximize our decorating efforts, but decluttering is work we often avoid. After all, decorating is the fun part. In this episode, Shannon shares her process of transforming your home into a place you love to be by taking the right steps in the right order. We chat about where to start when …
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258. Establish Systems in Your Home, Business, and Life to Gain Peace and Productivity | Chelsi Jo Moore of Systemize Your Life
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50:55If you are overwhelmed by your home, your schedule, your many responsibilities as a mother, wife, homemaker, business owner, and more, this episode is for you! No matter the source of your stress, Chelsi Jo has a system for you. Don’t miss this conversation full of practical steps you can take to get back to peaceful and purposeful days. In this ep…
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257. Answering sourdough questions: discard recipes, baking schedule, favorite tools, and more!
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37:18Do you want to know my real thoughts on sourdough discard recipes! In this episode, I’m answering more of your questions about all things sourdough! How do you know when your dough is done rising? What is the best time of day to start sourdough? How can I turn any recipe into a sourdough recipe? Join me for this conversation about one of my favorit…
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256. Create Passive Income Online: Reach Your Blogging Dreams | Katie of Heart’s Content Farmhouse
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46:49The world of online business is exploding with opportunities. There seems to be something for everyone. In this conversation, Katie and I chat about our favorite stream of revenue in online business: blogging. The blogging landscape has changed drastically over the years, and it is ripe with opportunity for those willing to learn the strategy and d…
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255. Healing Through Food: Herbs, Ferments, Probiotics | CeAnne of Farmhouse Teas
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1:05:55Herbal teas and fermented beverages are a great way to improve your health while enjoying a tasty drink. In this episode, we dive into a few of the more enjoyable ways to include impactful nutrients in your diet with CeAnne of Farmhouse Teas. On a quest to heal her own chronic illness, CeAnne discovered the power of herbal medicine and began creati…
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254. Sourdough Q&A with a 13-year sourdough veteran!
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42:36I have been baking sourdough for over 13 years, so I have learned a thing or two along the way. You will find lots of sourdough educators out there who will equip you with technical and scientific knowledge about the process of sourdough, and while that certainly serves a purpose, I prefer to make sourdough simple and accessible for the everyday ho…
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253. Buy What You Love Without Going Broke | Jill of Frugal Friends Podcast
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58:34Living responsibly with our finances does not mean total deprivation. While there are many voices telling us how to achieve our financial goals, Jill of Frugal Friends Podcast teaches that choices about money are not black and white, but will vary from person to person based on our values. The notion of values-based spending gives you freedom to us…
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252. You Can Thrive in Any Season of Motherhood | Meg of Flourishing Motherhood
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1:05:25As mothers, we are often sold lies about what our lives will look like while raising children. Unfortunately, many of these voices paint motherhood in a negative light. At the beginning of her motherhood journey, Meg was quick to recognize these lies and embrace a different outlook instead. This conversation is incredibly encouraging for any mother…
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251. Finding motivation each day, budget home decor, minimalist baby prep, and more Q&A!
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52:23Join me for another casual chat where I answer some of the questions you guys sent in! Everything from a behind the scenes peek at my content business to diapering and feeding babies… these questions run the gamut. If you’d like me to answer your question on a future episode of the podcast, visit http://bit.ly/SFLquestions. In this episode, we cove…
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250. Get Your Peace Back by Creating Simple Home Systems | Lisa Lizotte of Habits & Home
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58:20As a busy mom and business owner, I am a big advocate for decluttering and simplifying your home. Keeping a minimal home has given me so much time and peace back. But once you have decluttered, what does it look like to maintain a sense of order in your home every day? Is it even possible with young children? Lisa of The Habits & Home Show helps wo…
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249. Family Business: Involving Kids, Setting Boundaries, Making an Impact | Brad & Starla Walker of Abby’s Elderberry
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59:16Family entrepreneurship is such a unique and enriching way of life, but it is not without its challenges. Brad and Starla Walker of Abby’s Elderberry joined me on the podcast last year to share about the amazing benefits of elderberries, and today we are taking a look behind the scenes at what it is like to run a family farm business from home as a…
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248. Encouragement for young moms, raising great teenagers, and more Q&A!
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51:47If you are in the early years of motherhood, everything can feel so overwhelming. Your kids are all young and you are still trying to find confident footing as a mom. I hear from young mothers quite often who want to learn new homemaking skills, but they feel like they are already drowning in motherhood. In this episode, I am sharing my advice for …
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247. Breaking Down Popular Narratives in Motherhood | Abbie Halberstadt of M is for Mama
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1:03:49If you have ever wanted to sit down with a seasoned mom and ask your biggest motherhood questions, I hope this conversation with Abbie will bless you! As a mother of ten, her perspective on raising kids has grown throughout the years as she has encountered challenges and rejoiced in victories. We chat about how to build an in-person community aroun…
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246. Quit Social Media: Find Peace and Freedom Again | Sandy Cooper of The Scoop on Balance
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1:06:24The impact of social media consumption cannot be overstated. After struggling with her own technology boundaries for years, Sandy finally decided to leave all social media platforms completely, but she thought she was alone in this battle. It didn’t take long for her to realize that there were countless other women experiencing the same negative ef…
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245. Large family minimalism, natural remedies, antibiotics, baby sleep, and more Q&A!
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40:52I am sitting down to answer more of your questions in today’s episode! Do we ever use antibiotics? How do I get my babies to sleep through the night? How do we manage toys with eight kids? Join me for this look behind the curtain of our life right now! If you’d like to submit a question for a future Q&A episode, visit bit.ly/SFLquestions. In this e…
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