At 34 weeks pregnant, I’m sharing all the latest on our home build, pregnancy with baby #9, and what life is like in this full season. Even though progress on the house feels slow, I’m finding peace in the extra time to make intentional decisions, and we are loving how our unique vision is coming to life. I talk about chimney brick, roofing surprises, and the proportions that make it feel like an old homestead. I also reflect on how textbook this pregnancy has been compared to my others and answer a few listener questions about storm windows and monitoring during labor.

In this episode, we cover:

• Slow building progress continues, but the slower pace has allowed for more thoughtful, intentional decisions
• Finalized historic design elements like trim profiles, wall materials, and appliance choices— finding excitement in the progress even if it’s gradual
• Chimneys are now bricked and the garage is roofed with wide-seamed metal that perfectly fits the historic vibe— a happy surprise with no overthinking!
• Main house will feature cedar shake roofing, while the porches and additions have metal to embrace the “old house with add-ons” story
• Reflections on how proportions, window placement, and overall structure are beautifully bringing to life the original vision of a “new old house”
• Pregnancy update at 34 weeks: similar symptoms and baby position as past pregnancies, feeling confident and ready
• Choosing minimal prenatal interventions— tracking iron and glucose at home, keeping midwife visits sparse
• Sharing our personal approach to open windows with no screens or storm doors for an indoor-outdoor connection
• Thoughts on Doppler use in labor and delivery— balancing caution with practical monitoring when needed

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• Episode 233: Bringing Our Homes to Life through Sacred Rhythms
• Episode 160: Overcoming Fear in Motherhood

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Birth doesn’t have to be something to fear. I sat down with Lana from Girl, Teach Me to talk about seeing labor as a God-designed process, not an emergency. We covered choosing the right midwife, why changing your mindset around pain is so powerful, and how to respond to people who think you are choosing home birth to get a “trophy”. Whether it’s your first baby or your fifth, this episode is full of honest, empowering wisdom for walking into birth with peace!

In this episode, we cover:

• Lana’s story: how a college nutrition class sparked her love for birth and led to Girl, Teach Me
• Birth as normal— not an emergency to fear, but a process designed by God
• The faith walk of birth that requires releasing control and trusting God each time, no matter the number
• Choosing your birth team wisely and why the right midwife makes all the difference
• Power moves and fear tactics— recognizing red flags in medical care
• Labor predictions that miss the mark: baby size, dilation, and due dates that don’t actually mean much
• A new perspective on pain: working with your body instead of resisting it
• Birth prep that actually helps: Bradley Method, Ina May, and positive birth stories
• The realities of the first-time birth and why it often takes longer and feels more intense
• Things that can go wrong— why skilled midwives know when to transfer, and how most situations are calm and non-emergent
• How to prepare for postpartum experiences like afterbirth cramps, recovery, and what actually helps (or doesn’t)
• Thoughts on free birth— being prepared either way, but personally valuing the peace of a midwife’s presence
• How Lana included her older children in her birth and what it meant to her daughters
• Why home birth just makes sense for outcomes, comfort, and family flow
• Pushing back on comparison— birth choices aren’t competitions, and excellence isn’t judgment
• Lana’s heart behind creating content for new moms through YouTube, blogging, and her course

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If you are feeling tired, foggy, reactive to everything you eat, and you’re not sure where to even begin, this episode is for you! I’m joined by Christa from Less Stressed Life to unpack some of the most confusing and overwhelming health topics moms face: sluggish thyroid, hidden stress, food sensitivities, and nervous system overload. Christa shares her holistic, systems-based approach to healing that prioritizes nourishment, nervous system support, and practical tools over endless restriction and fear. If you’ve ever been told your labs are “normal” but you still don’t feel like yourself, you don’t want to miss this conversation!

In this episode, we cover:

• Welcoming Christa from Less Stressed Life to talk thyroid, nervous system health, food sensitivities, and more
• How her own health journey shaped the way she helps women heal holistically
• The “health triad” framework: chemical/nutritional, structural/environmental, emotional/energetic
• Common issues women face—gut troubles, skin flare-ups, fatigue, and subclinical thyroid symptoms
• Why many symptoms trace back to nervous system dysregulation and chronic stress
• A story about stress shutting down digestion—how even nature couldn’t calm the fight-or-flight response
• Defining neuroplasticity and the importance of training the body to shift out of stress mode
• Simple tools for nervous system support—gratitude, humming, breathwork, nature walks, legs up the wall
• Wearable tech to promote calm—vagus nerve stimulation devices like Apollo Neuro
• How long-term stress depletes nutrients and contributes to hidden deficiencies
• Subtle but telling signs of sluggish thyroid—cold hands, brain fog, fatigue, cracked feet, and hair loss
• Why “normal” thyroid labs don’t always reflect what’s really going on in the body
• The real root of many food sensitivities—gut permeability, poor digestion, and fear-based restriction
• How over-restriction can backfire and increase hypersensitivity to everyday foods
• Encouragement for those navigating Hashimoto’s, reintroducing gluten or dairy, or feeling stuck

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From laundry bottlenecks to housing market realities, I’m diving into your current questions in the midst of our busy build season. I’m sharing why we skip chore charts and budgets, how I fix sticky whole grain dough, and what postpartum has typically looked like for me. I also talk through common questions about our debt-free journey of homeownership, why two washers wouldn’t help our laundry system, and how we’re handling homeschool without a dedicated schoolroom. Plus, my go-to sourdough recipes this summer that keep us well-fed without keeping me in the kitchen all day!

In this episode, we cover:

• Living in the fullness of a busy season and what it feels like to build a house while pregnant with baby nine
• Chore charts and budgets? Not in this house— why intuitive, all-hands-on-deck rhythms work better for our family
• Sticky sourdough solved: why flour weight and rest time make all the difference especially with freshly-milled grains
• Postpartum struggles that I haven’t walked through myself but hold compassion for
• Debt-free build questions and why I’m quieter these days about the specifics
• An honest look at our journey through the housing market over the years and what younger families are really up against
• Many of you suggested this, but here is why two washers/dryers wouldn’t solve our real laundry bottleneck
• Why we are not adding a designated homeschool room to our new build as a large homeschooling family
• Summer sourdough lineup to make our days easier— bagels, half whole grain loaf, and hamburger buns on repeat

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From calorie-counting culture to kitchen confidence, Jillian Hankins shares her journey toward joyful, nourishing meals made with real ingredients. We chat about embracing food freedom, raising kids who eat what’s served, and the rhythms that make homemade meals feel doable—even three times a day. With tips for balancing your plate, using seasonal produce, making simple sauces, and working with your natural energy, this conversation is full of encouragement for simplifying healthy eating and making it work for real family life.

In this episode, we cover:

• Jillian’s journey from junk food to holistic nutrition
• Growing up in diet culture and learning to enjoy food again
• How real food helped her heal hormonally and digestively
• Discovering the joy of cooking after growing up on boxed meals
• Why calorie-counting and food guilt are giving way to freedom
• Reframing dessert as a tool for joy—and for picky eaters
• Teaching kids to eat what’s served with a two-bite rule and protein emphasis
• Honoring where food comes from and why that shapes how we eat
• Using seasonal produce and sales to guide budget-friendly meals
• Building a simple balanced plate: protein, carb, produce, sauce
• How sauces transform meals without adding complexity
• Weekly rhythms that support homemade meals without burnout
• Why Jillian always plans snacks and treats—not just dinners
• Doubling dinner for easy lunches and prepping in pockets of time
• Using rhythms that match your energy instead of fighting it

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If you’ve ever dreamed of leaving the suburbs for a slice of quiet country life, this episode will speak right to your heart. Author Melissa Ferguson joins me to share the real-life inspiration behind her new children’s book, Our Friendly Farmhouse—a sweet and whimsical reflection of her family’s journey from cul-de-sac to countryside. We talk about building a home from scratch, traveling with a big family, and slowly creating a homestead that feels peaceful, practical, and full of charm. Melissa offers encouragement and budget-friendly tips for anyone in the thick of building, dreaming, or simply trying to make thoughtful choices in the season they’re in.

In this episode, we cover:

• Melissa Ferguson returns to share the inspiration behind her debut children’s book, Our Friendly Farmhouse, which tells a whimsical version of her family’s move from suburbia to the country
• How a spontaneous land auction and a last-minute bid from her brother-in-law launched their homesteading journey
• The process of building their home from scratch—leveraging her husband’s experience as a builder and funding parts of the project through social media brand deals
• Reflections on the early stages of their homestead—living in town during the build, missing the land, and making daily visits to the property
• A rich conversation about traveling with a big family—carry-on-only tips, spontaneous trips, dividing and conquering, and how animals (especially dairy cows) impact travel flexibility
• Melissa’s best budget-saving build strategies: buying materials on Black Friday, repurposing gym flooring, and skipping high-end finishes in favor of upgrades over time
• Thoughtful advice on design choices—prioritizing natural light, southern exposure, adaptable floor plans, and creating cozy, lived-in charm
• Honest reflections on what she might do differently: adding a tornado shelter, skipping carpet, and not letting a gifted vanity dictate an entire bathroom design
• Why they chose to build slowly, add animals over time, and prioritize flexibility over going “all in” from the beginning
• The value of outdoor gathering spaces—daily porch coffee with her husband, chalk art and pickleball in the driveway, and simple spots that invite rest and connection

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Life is full right now—between preparing for a new baby, building our dream home, and navigating the everyday rhythms of raising a big family. In this Q&A episode, I’m sharing how we’re handling baby sleep, toddler bedtime battles, room sharing, and pool days with non-swimmers—plus a few thoughts on off-grid readiness, Instant Pot meals, and how I’m embracing this once-in-a-lifetime season, even when it feels overwhelming.

In this episode, we cover:

• A real-life update on what it’s like building a house with toddlers (hint: it’s not relaxing)
• Thinking about generators, drafts, and wood stoves… and what we’re actually prioritizing
• Why I love heating with wood—and the cozy setup we’ve included in the new house
• My kefir theory on baby gender (just for fun!) and whether we “tried” for a girl
• Navigating toddler bedtime battles and deciding when to hold the boundary
• My thoughts on babies and toddlers sharing rooms—and what’s worked for us
• Taking non-swimmers to the pool: how I manage it and when I’ve felt too outnumbered
• Where I land on sleep training, co-sleeping, and why I never feel like an expert
• Why having another baby girl doesn’t really change our bedroom plans—for now
• Our choice to go with cedar lap siding and lean all the way into that vintage feel
• Why I’ll never be without an Instant Pot (especially on a busy, unplanned Monday)
• Processing the highs and lows of building a dream home while preparing for baby #9

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So many of us worry we’re not doing enough when it comes to homeschooling—but what if simply choosing this path is already a powerful step in the right direction? In this encouraging conversation, I talk with Ginny Yurich of 1000 Hours Outside about her newest book and the deep confidence that can come from stepping outside the system. We explore how real learning often looks like play, boredom, creativity, and curiosity—how our kids naturally fill in the gaps over time, and how the freedom to pursue their own interests can lead to unexpected and incredible outcomes. If you’ve ever doubted your ability to homeschool well, this episode will remind you that you're doing more right than you think.

In this episode, we cover:

• How Ginny accidentally started a global movement—and why it resonates so deeply with families
• The heart behind her new book Homeschooling: You’re Doing It Right Just by Doing It
• What we miss when we follow the standard school model—and the surprising freedom of unlearning it
• The one message every anxious or burnt-out homeschool parent needs to hear
• What if the thing you’re worried is a “deficit” is actually your child’s biggest advantage?
• Why qualities like creativity and empathy will matter more than grades in the world our kids are growing up in
• What boredom, unstructured time, and “doing nothing” are actually teaching your child
• What’s lost when childhood is spent only with same-age peers—and what kids gain from growing up alongside babies and toddlers
• Why your kids need to see you building, learning, trying—and even failing
• Everyone has educational gaps... so what really matters in the long run?
• When you trust the process, learning shows up in the most beautiful and unexpected ways
• The amazing story of how Ginny’s daughter became a certified personal trainer at just 15
• Why homeschooling doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s—and that’s the point

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Until the Streetlights Come On by Ginny Yurich

Homeschooling: You’re Doing It Right By Just Doing It by Ginny Yurich

Learning All the Time by John Holt 

UnSelfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed in Our All-About-Me-World by Michelle Borba

Generative Artificial Intelligence: What Everyone Needs to Know by Jerry Kaplan 

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- Transform Your Homeschool Days with Delight Directed Learning (Episode 184)

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After a health scare in her twenties, Melissa K. Norris returned to her roots with traditional, from-scratch cooking—and never looked back. In this episode, she shares the simple swaps that make a big difference, her favorite freezer and batch-cooking tips, and why it’s easier than you think to build nourishing kitchen rhythms. We also chat about her updated cookbook Home and Handmade, a practical and inspiring guide for anyone wanting to cook with real ingredients and a whole lot of heart. Tune in for encouragement and doable ideas to make old-fashioned cooking work in your modern life!

In this episode, we cover:

• Melissa’s health journey and how it led to a total shift toward from-scratch, whole-food cooking
• Why starting with the most frequently eaten foods makes the biggest impact on health and budget
• Common harmful ingredients to avoid and easy one-for-one swaps for better oils, sugars, and salts
• The myth that homemade food is hard—many convenience foods can be replaced in minutes
• Encouragement that old-fashioned kitchen skills are doable and worthwhile, no matter your lifestyle
• Batch cooking strategies for breakfast, dinner, and baked goods that reduce stress and food waste
• Using freezers effectively: pre-shaped doughs, cookie dough logs, veggie scrap bags, and bulk meats
• The power of simple routines, momentum, and planning just a day or two ahead– it doesn’t have to be all or nothing
• Melissa’s updated book Home and Handmade—a practical guide to whole food, herbal remedies, and homemade living

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Pregnancy, Motherhood & Homebuilding: A Summer Life Update

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Building a house from scratch has been such an adventure—full of surprises, lessons, and all the little details that bring a space to life. I’m sharing where we are in the process, how we’re blending old and new to create a home with real character, and answering your questions about pregnancy, motherhood, and home birth. If you’re in the thick of family life or just love chatting all things home and babies, I think you’ll really enjoy this summer life update!

In this episode, we cover:

• Framing progress on the build and why we’re showing up daily to avoid costly mistakes
• Lessons from past renovations where small contractor assumptions caused big regrets
• Mixing salvaged doors and painted porch floors to achieve an authentic “new old” house feel
• Where we’re sourcing vintage windows and antique doors—and what’s worth buying new
• Deciding to include a range hood for health reasons and adding a wood-fired cookstove for winter
• My experience getting pregnant while nursing and what our typical age gaps have looked like
• How I’ve learned to manage the baby stage more smoothly with a larger family and older helpers
• Encouragement for moms feeling maxed out with littles—why it won’t always feel this hard
• How we evaluate home birth safety, from ultrasound decisions to midwife experience
• Why some pregnancies feel harder than others, even when everything seems the same

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I’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 dive into the hidden costs of organic and local food, why she skips most grocery delivery services, and how you can still enjoy fun foods without blowing the budget. Whether you’re shopping for two or ten, this episode is full of real-life tips you can start using today.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why Christine avoids Instacart and prefers Walmart Pickup for cost savings

• The key pantry staples she stocks up on—and how that helps reduce impulse grocery runs

• Her method for spotting true stock-up prices on meat and stretching it to feed a large family

• How she feeds a family of five (including three teen boys) on as little as $200/month

• A realistic starting point for grocery budgeting: $150 per person per month

• Why she generally skips organic (aside from milk) and how local sourcing can dramatically increase grocery costs

• How reverse meal planning works and why it saves more than traditional recipe-first planning

• Tips for making frugal meals taste amazing with salt, fat, and acid

• Christine’s go-to bread recipe (not sourdough!) and how she keeps it soft for days

• Her rule for buying fun foods like chips and ice cream—only when they’re 50% off

• How shopping less frequently helps avoid overspending (even for perishables)

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