What does homeschooling actually look like when you’re a mom of five kids under six, including two kindergartners?

In this episode of Wellness Farm Chat, I’m sharing what our homeschool days look like right now — slow mornings, gentle rhythms, lots of hands-on learning, and very little pressure. We talk about crafts with glue guns, Play-Doh, LEGO builds, reading piles of books and Bible stories, outdoor time, chores, and kids learning alongside me in the kitchen.

Our days are simple and home-centered: staying in, inviting friends over for coffee and playdates, and incorporating weekly painting and sewing projects. This is homeschooling for early childhood — rooted in connection, creativity, and real life.

If you’re homeschooling young children, feeling unsure if you’re doing enough, or longing for a slower, more peaceful homeschool rhythm, this episode is for you.

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What is a trad wife anyway — and why is everyone suddenly talking about it?

In this episode of Wellness Farm Chat, I dive into the internet’s favorite (and most misunderstood) label: the trad wife. We talk about where the term came from, what it actually means, what people think it means, and where my life as a homesteading mom of five overlaps… and where it definitely doesn’t.

From milking cows and raising meat birds to homeschooling, postpartum life, and choosing to stay home — this is a funny, honest, and non-preachy conversation about motherhood, traditional roles, and why real life looks nothing like an aesthetic reel.

Whether you’re curious, confused, supportive, skeptical, or just here for the chaos — this one’s for you.

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The first month with five children under the age of five is intense, humbling, and completely life-changing. In this episode, I’m sharing an honest look at what the first month postpartum has been like in our home — how we’re surviving, what I’m prioritizing, and what I’ve completely let go of in this season of motherhood.

I talk about how my husband taking two weeks off work made a huge difference, the importance of accepting help from family, and why lowering expectations is sometimes the most loving thing you can do for yourself. I also share how I’m teaching my older kids to be more independent — from making their own breakfasts to helping out while I’m holding the baby — and how that shift has changed our daily rhythm.

If you’re in the thick of postpartum life, navigating multiple young children, or simply need reassurance that survival is success, this episode is for you. This is real motherhood, imperfect days, and learning to give yourself grace in the busiest season yet.

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Healing postpartum after baby number five looks different than it did before. In this episode, I share my natural postpartum recovery routine — from bone broth and loose-leaf mineral teas to a high-protein diet with eggs, steak, fermented foods, and minimal sugar. I also discuss postpartum nutrient depletion, magnesium deficiency, blood support after pregnancy, and why I no longer rely on food alone for postpartum healing.

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From breaking my water in bed to holding my baby moments later, this birth unfolded at an incredible pace. There was no gradual build-up—contractions intensified instantly, moving from calm to full intensity so quickly there was no slowing it down. Everything felt fast and powerful, demanding complete presence and surrender. Baby number five was born on all fours, right in our bed, in a way that was both wild and deeply empowering. In this episode, I share the full story of our second home birth—how it began, how it surprised me, and what it taught me about trusting my body when birth takes its own course.

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The last trimester of pregnancy number five was not peaceful—it was full of false starts, preterm labor scares, and the unexpected news of a breech baby. Between 34 and 36 weeks, I lived in constant uncertainty, wondering if baby would come too early or if our birth plans would change entirely. In this episode, I share the emotional and physical struggle of those weeks, what helped me cope, and how acupuncture, movement, and prayer ultimately helped our baby turn. This is a story about waiting, trusting, and holding faith when nothing feels settled.

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In this episode of Wellness Farm Chat, I’m sharing two unexpected pregnancy moments that stretched my faith and reminded me how close God really is. Between extra amniotic fluid, strong preterm labor symptoms, and discovering that baby had flipped into a breech position at 36 weeks, I found myself navigating hospital visits, medical opinions, and a lot of uncertainty.

But through it all, the Lord kept leading me gently.
I learned to pause, breathe, ask questions, and trust the instincts He’s given me as a mother. I also leaned into prayer, supportive friends, and simple natural approaches that helped baby turn and helped me stay calm.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by pregnancy changes, pressured by the medical system, or unsure about what your body is doing, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone—and that God provides peace right in the middle of the unknown. His guidance is steady, even when the journey feels unpredictable.

Tune in for encouragement, faith-filled birth wisdom, and the reminder that your body is designed by God, your intuition is valid, and fear doesn’t get the final say.

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In today’s episode of Wellness Farm Chat, I share a gentle and real pregnancy update as I reach 34 weeks and begin preparing for my second home birth. We talk about early labour signs like nesting, mucus plug changes, lower back and hip soreness, and that intuitive feeling of being closer than the calendar says. I also walk through the real home birth supply list I wish someone gave me the first time. Plus—life on the homestead is slowing down, the mornings are quieter, and I’m feeling so grateful for slow living, motherhood, and God’s provision in this season. I also share a few of my favorite wellness brands and discount codes for pregnancy and postpartum.

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