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The Crunchy Farm Mom

The Crunchy Farm Mom

Written by: Amanda with 2383 Farms
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 Are you always questioning if you're a good enough mom? Are you confused about what nutritional options are best for your family to be healthy and nourished? Are you burning the candle at both ends and feeling desperate to find ways to take better care of your family & your own wellness? Welcome to The Crunchy Farm Mom! The podcast where we deep dive to answer these questions and so much more! Tune in for conversations with me, your host, Amanda, as we come together in this space to relate to one another & all the facets of being a busy farm mom. We will discuss topics such as navigating motherhood, deciphering food choices, holistic wellness, living a crunchy lifestyle, and how agriculture ties into all of it. Think of this podcast as a community for farm moms to chat about all the decisions we make to care for our families. We are in this together! My goal for this podcast is to relate to so many of you when you don't feel like you're enough. I want you to walk away feeling equipped, confident, and joyful about your role as a mom so that you can thrive, and therefore, your family can thrive, too. We can gather around as friends in this space, while being in our most chaotic stages of life, whether you're chasing your toddler, preparing endless amounts of meals for your family, driving to work, or running the grain cart. This space is an opportunity to grow and learn simple tips from me & so many special guests on ways we tackle that doubt of "are we a good enough mom?" Kick that thought out of your mind and come join our judgment-free zone, where we will never question that you're doing a great job, mama! Make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode. Can't wait to be here with all of you! Website: https://2383farms.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2383farms Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2383farms2025 Self-Help Success
Episodes
  • 33. Blessings of Grown Kids with Natalie Kerfoot

    33. Blessings of Grown Kids with Natalie Kerfoot
    Jan 21 2026

    In this episode of the Crunchy Farm Mom Podcast, Amanda talks with Natalie Kerfoot, a school counselor from North Central Montana, about the challenges and joys of raising older children. Natalie shares her experiences of motherhood, discussing the transition from being parents to young children to parenting adult children. The conversation covers topics such as emotional support, the impact of faith, and the importance of community and gratitude. Natalie also offers valuable advice for moms at different stages of motherhood and encourages them to forgive themselves, not worry about the little things, and always pray for their children's futures.

    00:00 Introduction to Crunchy Living Mom Resources

    00:50 Welcome to the Crunchy Farm Mom Podcast

    01:57 Introducing Our Guest: Natalie from Blazer Trail

    02:12 Natalie's Background and Passion for Agriculture

    04:15 Challenges and Joys of Motherhood

    08:13 The Importance of Faith and Letting Go

    09:11 Supporting Kids Emotionally at Different Stages

    20:59 Advice for Moms: Embrace the Journey

    26:44 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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    28 mins
  • 32. Feeding Our Babies

    32. Feeding Our Babies
    Jan 14 2026

    In this episode of the Crunchy Farm Mom Podcast, Amanda shares her experiences and tips on introducing baby food to her children. She discusses her approach to using purees versus baby-led weaning for the sake of sanity and safety. Amanda outlines her process for preparing and storing home-made baby food, emphasizing the use of whole foods and the importance of nutrition. She also touches on broader family food choices, including avoiding food dyes and enriched folic acid. Amanda encourages moms to do what works best for them, avoiding the pressure of comparisons while making gradual, manageable changes to improve family nutrition.

    00:00 Introduction to the Crunchy Farm Mom Podcast

    00:56 New Year Reflections and Routine Adjustments

    03:07 Feeding Babies: Purees vs. Baby-Led Weaning

    05:53 Homemade Baby Food: Tips and Techniques

    18:00 Introducing Whole Foods to Babies

    22:53 Challenges and Goals for 2026

    30:08 Encouragement for Moms: You're Doing Great!

    35:42 Conclusion and Resources

    Follow on Instagram @2383farms

    Follow on Facebook @2383farms

    Check out my website

    Subscribe to our beef email list

    Email Amanda at amanda@2383farms.com

    Supporting Our Littles eBook

    Buy some 2383 Farms Beef!

    2383 Farms All Beef Cookbook

    Check out some recipes on our blog

    Baby Food Puree List + How To

    Bigger Silicone Baby Food Trays

    Smaller Silicone Baby Food Trays
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    39 mins
  • Navigating Picky Eaters and Nutritional Challenges with Cierra Crowley

    Navigating Picky Eaters and Nutritional Challenges with Cierra Crowley
    Dec 31 2025

    In this episode of the Crunchy Farm Mom Podcast, host Amanda discusses feeding challenges with guest Cierra Crowley, a board-certified pediatric nurse practitioner and founder of Bite Sized Wellness. Cierra shares her journey in pediatric nutrition and wellness and offers valuable tips for feeding picky eaters, addressing nutrition for babies and toddlers, and empowering moms to provide diverse and nutritious meals. From understanding developmental eating phases to staying consistent with meal offerings, Cierra provides evidence-based strategies to help parents navigate their children's nutritional needs confidently.

    00:00 Introduction to the Crunchy Farm Mom Podcast

    00:51 Feeding Tips for Picky Eaters with Cierra Crowley

    01:42 Cierra Crowley's Background and Experience

    02:22 Challenges in Pediatric Nutrition

    04:03 Creating Bite-Sized Wellness

    08:48 Addressing Picky Eating

    17:04 Nutritional Needs for Babies

    19:31 Baby-Led Weaning vs. Purees

    21:00 Feeding Strategies for Non-Picky Eaters

    24:33 Incorporating Safe Foods for Picky Eaters

    25:30 Handling Texture Issues in Children's Diets

    26:26 Understanding Children's Food Preferences

    27:35 Strategies for Consistent Meal Planning

    30:46 Addressing Childhood Obesity

    33:37 Managing Children's Snacking Habits

    40:04 Empowering Moms in Feeding Choices

    43:09 Resources and Final Thoughts

    Resources & Links

    Supporting Our Littles eBook

    Buy some 2383 Farms Beef!

    2383 Farms All Beef Cookbook

    Check out some recipes on our blog

    Connect with Amanda:

    Follow on Instagram @2383farms

    Follow on Facebook @2383farms

    Check out my website

    Subscribe to our beef email list

    Email Amanda at amanda@2383farms.com

    Connect with Cierra:

    Follow on Instagram @bitesizedwellness

    Follow on Facebook @bitesizedwellness

    Check out her website www.bitesizedwellness.com
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    46 mins
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