Wellness Farm Chat

In today’s Wellness Farm Chat episode, I’m sharing what homeschooling really looks like in our home right now — lots of play, life skills, family adventures, honeybees, dairy cows, child-led learning, and simple slow living. We talk about watching honeybees hatch from honeycomb frames, the health benefits of honeycomb, raising children on a homestead, learning through everyday life, and why farm life naturally creates meaningful education.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating FLOUR that is safe, sustainable, and family-friendly . As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. Skin care that actually WORKS. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

In this episode, I share my real-life homeschooling journey—how I went from hating homeschool as a kid when it felt like a strict school-at-home setup, to now choosing unschooling and a wild + free approach with my own children. We talk about the difference between homeschooling and unschooling, breaking away from traditional education, trusting your kids, and creating a natural learning environment at home. If you’re curious about unschooling, child-led learning, or want a more freedom-based homeschool lifestyle, this episode will give you an honest, relatable perspective.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating FLOUR that is safe, sustainable, and family-friendly . As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. Skin care that actually WORKS. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

A cozy life update from the homestead—sharing a surprise with my cream separator, a little cowgirl hat and jacket moment, and the everyday chaos of raising kids. Just real life lately, from dairy to motherhood and everything in between.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating FLOUR that is safe, sustainable, and family-friendly . As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. Skin care that actually WORKS. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

Sharing a real-life homestead moment dealing with a retained placenta, unusual behavior, and the stress of deciding when to call the vet. A reminder that raising dairy cows comes with a steep learning curve—and you’re not alone in figuring it out.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating FLOUR that is safe, sustainable, and family-friendly . As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. Skin care that actually WORKS. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

In today’s episode, I’m opening up about one of those weeks where everything feels heavy. Between caring for a new calf, the stress of milking and worrying about my cow’s health, and navigating the chaos of motherhood, I’ve been feeling completely overwhelmed. Add in birthday celebrations and some challenging behavior from my kids, and it’s been a lot to carry.This is a real, unfiltered look at farm life and motherhood when things aren’t picture-perfect. If you’ve ever felt stretched thin, worried about everything, and unsure how to hold it all together—this episode is for you.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating FLOUR that is safe, sustainable, and family-friendly . As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. Skin care that actually WORKS. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

Dixie is in labour with her second calf, and everything feels like it’s shifting into a new season on the homestead. In this episode, I’m sharing what it looks like preparing for a new calf, the emotions and rhythms of calving day, and why this moment matters so much for our family.With fresh milk just around the corner, I’m also diving into my excitement about finally making more cheese, stocking the kitchen, and leaning deeper into from-scratch living. It’s a mix of anticipation, intention, and all the little things that make this life so meaningful.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating FLOUR that is safe, sustainable, and family-friendly . As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. Skin care that actually WORKS. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

We’ve had a lot of new listeners lately, so I wanted to sit down and just talk—no script, no pressure—about who I am and what this space is all about.I’m a stay-at-home mom of five, living a homestead life, raising animals, making food from scratch, and figuring things out as I go. In this episode, I’m sharing a bit of my story, what I care about, and what you’ll hear more of on this podcast.It’s simple, honest, and a good place to start if you’re new here.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating FLOUR that is safe, sustainable, and family-friendly . As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. Skin care that actually WORKS. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

Spring has officially arrived on our homestead—and with it comes a whole lot of energy, preparation, and a little bit of chaos.In today’s episode, I’m sharing what’s really going on with our cows right now, including the clear signs that my young heifer is in heat… even though she’s still very small and definitely not ready to be bred. From mounting behavior and zoomies to major personality shifts, I’m walking you through exactly what I’m seeing and how it’s affecting training.On top of that, we’re dealing with two bulls next door and a fencing situation that’s already been tested (and damaged), which adds a whole new level of urgency to everything.But it’s not just challenges—we’re also deep in spring homestead prep.I share how we’re getting ready for a future calf, including planning for bottle feeding if needed, stocking up on jars and lids, and taking the next step into making more food from scratch with cheese making.We’re also focusing on improving our land by ordering grass seed to build healthier pasture for our cows and future horses—because good soil is the foundation of everything.And finally, we just placed our order for 125 meat birds arriving this June. After raising 75 last summer (and still enjoying the last of that meat!), I’m sharing why it’s been so worth it for our family.This episode is a real, honest look at what spring feels like on a working homestead—juggling animals, food systems, land management, and learning as we go.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating FLOUR that is safe, sustainable, and family-friendly . As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. Skin care that actually WORKS. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

In this episode of Wellness Farm Chat, I’m sharing how my children only got sick three times this winter — and how those illnesses stayed mild, manageable, and short-lived.As a homesteading mom of five, I rely on natural remedies and simple daily practices to support my kids’ immune systems. From homemade elderberry syrup using organic ingredients to nourishing bone broth, homeopathics, essential oils, and even multiple daily baths — I’m walking you through exactly what we do in our home.If you're looking for natural ways to boost your children’s immune system, reduce illness, and create a calm, supportive healing environment at home — this episode is for you.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating FLOUR that is safe, sustainable, and family-friendly . As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. Skin care that actually WORKS. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

In today’s episode of Wellness Farm Chat, I’m sharing 5 simple, real-life things that are making homesteading and motherhood feel more manageable in this season.As a mom of five with a newborn, balancing farm life, animals, and home has looked very different lately—and I’ve had to let go of doing it all.From lowering expectations to creating a simple daily rhythm, these are the small shifts that are helping me find more peace in the chaos.If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or in a slower season of life, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone—and you’re not doing it wrong.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating FLOUR that is safe, sustainable, and family-friendly . As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. Skin care that actually WORKS. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

In this episode of Wellness Farm Chat, I’m sharing something I experience almost every single week—anxiety, doubt, and heavy thoughts right before going to church.As a mom of five young children, often going alone while my husband works shift hours, it would be easy to stay home. And honestly… sometimes I feel like I should. The thoughts come in strong—telling me I don’t belong, that my kids are too loud, that no one really wants me there.But every single time I choose to go anyway, I’m met with encouragement, kindness, and undeniable reminders that God is present and working.If you’ve ever felt anxious before church, struggled with feeling unseen, or wondered if it’s worth the effort to go—this episode is for you.You’re not alone, and there is purpose in showing up.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating FLOUR that is safe, sustainable, and family-friendly . As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. Skin care that actually WORKS. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

In this episode of Wellness Farm Chat, I’m sharing a real-life 3 month postpartum update as a mom of 5, along with the excitement building around dairy life on our homestead.This season has been slower, deeper, and full of learning as I navigate postpartum healing, caring for a newborn, and stepping back into the rhythms of farm life. I also share the anticipation and joy of what’s ahead with our dairy cow—thinking about fresh milk, homemade butter, cheese, and nourishing our family from the land.In this episode, we talk about:What postpartum recovery feels like at 3 monthsBalancing a newborn with homesteading and a big familyThe emotional and physical shifts in this seasonThe excitement of dairy products on the homestead (milk, butter, cheese)If you’re interested in postpartum healing, homesteading, dairy cows, homemade food, and slow living, this episode will leave you feeling encouraged and grounded.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating FLOUR that is safe, sustainable, and family-friendly . As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. Skin care that actually WORKS. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

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.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating FLOUR that is safe, sustainable, and family-friendly . As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. Skin care that actually WORKS. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

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.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating FLOUR that is safe, sustainable, and family-friendly . As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. Skin care that actually WORKS. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

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.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating FLOUR that is safe, sustainable, and family-friendly . As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

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.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating safe, sustainable, and family-friendly products. As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

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.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating FLOUR that is safe, sustainable, and family-friendly . As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

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.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating safe, sustainable, and family-friendly products. As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

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.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating safe, sustainable, and family-friendly products. As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

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.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating safe, sustainable, and family-friendly products. As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

In this episode of Wellness Farm Chat, I’m sharing what it means to fully trust God with your labour and delivery — to release fear, silence negative voices, and protect the sacred peace of this season of motherhood.It’s so easy to let fear creep in when people speak doubt or negativity over your birth story. But this is not the enemy’s time to interfere — Satan comes to steal, kill, and destroy, and he targets moments filled with promise and purpose. In this episode, we talk about how to guard your heart, your mind, and your home from fear, and how to invite God’s presence into your birthing space.This is a reminder that God is in control of your body, your baby, and your birth. You were designed for this, and He has already equipped you for every moment ahead.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating safe, sustainable, and family-friendly products. As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

Feeling run-down in your third trimester? In this episode of Wellness Farm Chat, I’m sharing why elderberry syrup has become one of my favorite natural remedies during pregnancy. You’ll learn all about the powerful immune-boosting benefits of elderberries, how they help protect both mama and baby, and why this ancient remedy is a must-have for cold and flu season.I’ll walk you through exactly how to make elderberry syrup at home — using real ingredients like ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and raw honey — and explain why it’s safe and effective for third-trimester immune support.Whether you’re a homesteader, a natural wellness lover, or a pregnant mama looking for simple, holistic ways to stay healthy, this episode will give you the confidence to make your own homemade elderberry syrup and keep your family thriving all winter long.I’m proud to partner with ⁠⁠Better Basics⁠⁠, a Canadian company creating safe, sustainable, and family-friendly products. As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

When my husband went missing for over 18 hours on a solo bear hunt, I went from calm to panicked — and eventually called the police. It was one of those real-life moments where worry and wilderness collide. Thankfully, this story has a happy ending: he returned safe, with a beautiful bear that’s now filling our freezer and a ton of golden rendered bear fat that’s absolute homestead gold.Tune in for a heartfelt, funny, and honest story from farm life that reminds us how unpredictable — and rewarding — simple living can be.I’m proud to partner with ⁠Better Basics⁠, a Canadian company creating safe, sustainable, and family-friendly products. As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

In this episode of Wellness Farm Chat, I’m opening up about my decision to step back from Instagram and Facebook. I share how chasing growth through reels and algorithms left me drained and uninspired, and why I’m choosing to put my heart into podcasting instead. If you’ve ever felt pressure to keep up online, this episode is your reminder that it’s okay to slow down, follow your gut, and create from a place of peace — not pressure.I’m proud to partner with Better Basics, a Canadian company creating safe, sustainable, and family-friendly products. As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount!

In this Wellness Farm Chat episode, I share how we’re gently drying off our dairy cow before winter — my step-by-step approach to avoid mastitis, how we confirmed her pregnancy with an IV blood test, and what it’s like to say goodbye (for now) to that beautiful fresh milk and cream. I also open up about my own pregnancy journey at 31 weeks — the nourishing teas I’m drinking, simple foods that keep me grounded, and how I’m learning to honor this slower, thankful season on the farm.I’m proud to partner with ⁠Better Basics⁠, a Canadian company creating safe, sustainable, and family-friendly products. As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discoun

As the air cools and the leaves begin to turn, I can feel the shift happening here on the homestead. In this episode, I’m sharing what this new season looks like for our family — drying off our dairy cow and closing out the milking season, preparing for baby number five, and getting ready for a slower, cozier rhythm as fall begins.I talk about butchering our meat birds, how thankful I am to fill our pantry and freezer with food we’ve raised ourselves, and the peace that comes from embracing a gentler pace. I also share some of the simple joys of this time of year — cozy fires, homemade marshmallows, mugs of hot chocolate with the kids, and new creative projects like knitting a temperature blanket.I’m proud to partner with ⁠Better Basics⁠, a Canadian company creating safe, sustainable, and family-friendly products. As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount.

In this episode of Wellness Farm Chat, I’m sharing some of the many blessings we’ve experienced on our homestead this season. From hopeful news about our dairy cow and her heifer calf, to raising and butchering our own meat birds, to filling our freezer with my husband’s very first elk, this has been a season of provision and gratitude. Join me as we talk about the beauty of farm life, the joy of homegrown food, and the goodness of God who provides for all our needs. Anchored in scripture, this is a conversation about thankfulness, stewardship, and contentment in the simple, rich life we are building.I’m proud to partner with ⁠Better Basics⁠, a Canadian company creating safe, sustainable, and family-friendly products. As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount.

On today’s episode of Wellness Farm Chat, we’re slowing down to reflect on three beautiful fruits of the Spirit—patience, gentleness, and self-control—and how they shape life on the homestead and in our homes. From waiting on a harvest to guiding our children with love, these Spirit-led qualities meet us in the ordinary rhythms of wellness, family, and faith.We’ll talk about the power of listening more and speaking less, how to ask better questions, and how to love our spouse and children well in the everyday moments. We’ll also explore what it means to seek God’s wisdom and discernment for friendships and life decisions.Anchored in Galatians 5:22–23 and centered on Jesus, this conversation is a reminder that patience, gentleness, and self-control are not just good habits—they are fruits grown in us as we walk with the Spirit. Join me at the farm table as we share stories, encouragement, and prayer for a Christ-centered homesteading journey.I’m proud to partner with ⁠Better Basics⁠, a Canadian company creating safe, sustainable, and family-friendly products. As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠⁠Wonder Cow⁠⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠⁠15% off your first order⁠⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠⁠ at checkout to grab your discount.

Discover the beauty and purpose of homemaking, motherhood, and homestead living in this faith-filled episode. Brooke shares her personal journey as a stay-at-home mom raising children on a single income while tending a thriving homestead. Learn practical tips for managing your household, stretching your budget, and involving your kids in farm life—all while remaining a faithful steward of what God has given you. Through encouraging stories and powerful scripture from the New Living Translation, this episode will inspire you to embrace your calling with joy, perseverance, and trust in God’s provision. Perfect for Christian moms, homesteaders, and families seeking intentional, faith-centered living.I’m proud to partner with ⁠Better Basics⁠, a Canadian company creating safe, sustainable, and family-friendly products. As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠Wonder Cow⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠15% off your first order⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠ at checkout to grab your discount.

When life on the homestead takes an unexpected turn, it can shake you to your core. In this heartfelt episode, I share the emotional journey of the past two weeks with my beloved cow, Dixie. What began as an ordinary day spiraled into a life-or-death fight as severe mastitis set in and escalated in less than 18 hours. With her pregnancy at risk and her life hanging in the balance, we faced fear, prayerful desperation, and a powerful reminder of God’s faithfulness.Now that Dixie is on the mend—and her calf still thriving—I’m reflecting on the lessons I learned about acting quickly, leaning on my faith, and holding onto hope for her full recovery. Whether you’re a fellow homesteader, an animal lover, or someone in need of encouragement during a hard season, this episode is a testament to resilience, gratitude, and trust in God’s plan.I’m proud to partner with ⁠Better Basics⁠, a Canadian company creating safe, sustainable, and family-friendly products. As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out Wonder Cow! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you 15% off your first order! Just use my special link and code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout to grab your discount.

In this heartfelt episode, Brooke opens up about why she’s chosen the path of homesteading, wellness, and intentional family life. She shares the deep confessions of her heart—the struggles, the victories, and the unshakable faith that keeps her rooted in Christ. Through scripture and personal stories, Brooke reveals how farm life has become a tool for loving others, stewarding God’s blessings, and raising her children to know His goodness.I’m proud to partner with ⁠Better Basics⁠, a Canadian company creating safe, sustainable, and family-friendly products. As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠⁠LUME⁠⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠Wonder Cow⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠15% off your first order⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠ at checkout to grab your discount.

In this cozy update episode of Wellness Farm Chat, I’m sharing what life looks like right now on our little farm and in our family. From our cow’s pregnancy and preparing for a new calf in April, to my own 25-week pregnancy journey (and the not-so-fun varicose veins), it’s a season full of growth and change. I’ll chat about downsizing our flock, raising meat birds, and stepping into the intimidating but exciting world of homeschooling. Grab a cup of tea and join me for some honest reflections on motherhood, homesteading, and trusting God through every new beginning.I’m proud to partner with ⁠Better Basics⁠, a Canadian company creating safe, sustainable, and family-friendly products. As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠LUME⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠Wonder Cow⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠15% off your first order⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠ at checkout to grab your discount.

Feeling overwhelmed at the beginning of your wellness or homesteading journey? You're not alone, friend. In this episode, I’m sharing 5 powerful ways to thrive—right where you are. Whether you're growing your first herbs on the windowsill or juggling motherhood while trying to make sourdough rise, this one’s for you.We’ll talk about starting small, staying rooted in purpose, embracing imperfection, nourishing yourself well, and walking with God through every messy, beautiful moment. This is your reminder that you don’t need to have it all figured out to live a meaningful, intentional life. You just need to begin.So grab a cup of something warm, settle in, and let’s grow together.I’m proud to partner with ⁠Better Basics⁠, a Canadian company creating safe, sustainable, and family-friendly products. As part of my commitment to supporting clean living and mindful homesteading, I’ve teamed up with them to offer you 10% off your order with code WELLNESSFARMCHAT.When you shop using my code, you not only save — you also help support the Wellness Farm Chat podcast and our mission to share simple, natural living for families.Shop Better Basics: Use code ⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT ⁠for 10% off!I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to LUME and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.Hey friends, if you’ve been looking for high-quality, nutrient-dense products for your homestead or wellness routine, you have to check out ⁠Wonder Cow⁠! Their line of premium colostrum supplements, is crafted with care and perfect for families who value natural health.And because you’re part of the Wellness Farm Chat community, Wonder Cow is giving you ⁠15% off your first order⁠! Just use my special link and code ⁠WELLNESSFARMCHAT⁠ at checkout to grab your discount.

In this episode of Wellness Farm Chat, I’m giving you a peek into our real-life rhythm as we prepare for baby #5 in our medium-sized home. From room sharing and bunk bed setups to managing toys and clutter, I’m sharing the systems that help our home run smoothly. I’ll also talk about two amazing natural brands I’m exploring—Better Basics Flour and Lume Naturals—and why they fit our wellness-focused lifestyle. Plus, I’ll tell you about my first Instant Pot yogurt attempt (spoiler: it flopped!) and how I’m reawakening my kefir grains. If you love honest, homegrown family life, you’ll feel right at home here.I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off every purchase! Just head to ⁠LUME⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.

In this episode of Wellness Farm Chat, I’m sharing exactly how I milk my cow each day—from brushing her down to teat dipping, and everything in between. Cleanliness is essential for healthy milk and a happy cow, so I’ll walk you through my simple routine using warm water, mild soap, and a peaceful setup. Whether you’re new to milking or just curious how another homesteader does it, this episode is full of practical tips to help you keep your milking process calm, clean, and consistent.I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠LUME⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.

Wildfires are a real threat here in BC, and as a homesteading mama of four—with one more on the way—I’ve learned the importance of being prepared. In this episode, I walk you through how I get ready for fire season with my go-bag essentials, what I have in the van ( and what I don't have). I’ll share the simple systems that bring me peace of mind, from flashlights and batteries to prayer and trust in God. Whether you live on a farm or in town, I hope this episode encourages you to be ready, stay calm, and know you’re not alone.I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠LUME⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.

This week on the homestead, things didn’t quite go according to plan. Our AI attempt with the cow didn’t take, the chickens are dealing with mites and lice (again), and my batch of meat bird chicks arrived short a few fluffballs. But that’s farm life — unpredictable, gritty, and still beautiful in its own way. In this episode, I’m sharing the highs, the lows, and how I’m choosing to stay grounded and grateful, even when the to-do list turns into a “try again next week” list. Whether you’re farming, dreaming of it, or just in a season of life where nothing is going to plan — this one’s for you.I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠LUME⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.

In this episode of Wellness Farm Chat, I’m sharing one of my favorite natural remedies that every homesteading mama should have on hand—activated charcoal. We’re talking about how versatile Viva Doria’s virgin activated charcoal is in our home and on the farm for everything from bloating and upset tummies to bee stings, DIY face masks, and even minor animal issues. I’ll walk you through the basics of how it works, when to use it, and why I always keep a jar in the pantry. If you’re building a natural wellness toolkit for your family, this episode is a must-listen.I love supporting brands that actually care about wellness from the inside out—and LUME totally gets it. And the best part? As a listener of this podcast, you get 10% off your purchase! Just head to ⁠LUME⁠ and use code WELLNESSFARMCHAT at checkout.

In this episode of Wellness Farm Chat, I’m sharing our first month of sleeping with grounding sheets, and how it all started with my husband’s chronic back pain. After years of watching him suffer and trying everything from massage to magnesium, I was willing to try anything to help him feel relief.That’s when I discovered grounding sheets, fitted sheets woven with conductive silver threads that connect your body to the earth’s natural energy while you sleep. Sounds wild, I know, but I bought them with one goal: to help my husband live pain-free.Join me as I share our journey!

In today’s episode of Wellness Farm Chat, I’m sharing the heart behind my journey into creating a low-tox, nourishing home—starting with small, intentional steps. As a busy mom of four, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the idea of “clean living,” but I’ve learned that you don’t have to overhaul everything overnight.From ditching artificial fragrances to choosing real food and cleaner cleaning products, I talk about the early swaps that made the biggest difference and how those small shifts inspired a bigger dream. If you’re craving a healthier home but don’t know where to start, this episode is full of simple encouragement and real-life ideas to help you take that first step—with grace and purpose.

In this episode, I open up about our choice to homeschool and live a slower, more intentional life—one that often looks very different from the mainstream. I share how Ginny Yurich’s new book Homeschooling brought me a deep sense of peace, clarity, and affirmation in the way we are raising our children. Her words reminded me that choosing a different path doesn't mean sacrificing their future—it means reclaiming their childhood, family connection, and the freedom to grow at their own pace. Whether you're homeschooling, thinking about it, or just craving a simpler, more grounded life, I hope this conversation encourages you to trust your gut and lean into the life that truly feels right for your family.

In this episode, I’m sharing what it’s like being pregnant with baby number five — the highs, the hard parts, and the holy moments in between. I talk about dealing with varicose veins this time around, the baby items we need to replace (because yes, even seasoned mamas need to stock up again!), and the deep excitement and peace I feel as we prepare for our second home birth. If you're navigating pregnancy, birth planning, or just love hearing real motherhood journeys, come sit with me — this one’s close to my heart.

In today’s episode, I’m opening up about the decisions I made for my baby’s birth and immediate postpartum care—decisions that go against the grain of conventional hospital practices. From opting out of the vitamin K injection and declining the Hep B vaccine at birth, to choosing delayed cord clamping and planning a peaceful home birth, I’ll share the research, intuition, and values that led me down this path. I’ll also talk about how the Nourishing Traditions Book of Baby & Child Care deeply influenced my approach, and why trusting my body and baby felt more aligned than ever before. Whether you're curious, planning your own birth, or simply want to hear a different perspective—this episode is for you.

In this personal episode, I share how my journey through four pregnancies and births has transformed the way I approach birth, motherhood, and trusting my instincts. From my first hospital birth—where I said “yes” to everything I was told—to my fourth, a peaceful and empowering home birth, I open up about what I’ve learned along the way.We’ll talk about the Nourishing Traditions Book of Baby & Child Care changed the way I care for myself and my babies. If you're feeling uncertain or just starting to question the standard approach to birth, this episode will affirm that you’re not alone—and that there’s another way.

This week, I’m sharing one of the hardest parts of our homesteading journey so far — raising 16 Orlopp Bronze turkeys for meat and only having 4 survive. It was disheartening, emotional, and not something people often talk about. In this episode, I open up about what went wrong, how it affected us, and why we’re choosing to keep going anyway. If you’ve experienced loss on your homestead — whether animals, crops, or confidence — this episode is for you. You're not alone.

In this episode, I’m sharing the real, raw journey of our very first month milking our sweet cow, Dixie. The first week and a half was anything but easy—neither of us knew what we were doing! Dixie was figuring out what it meant to be milked, and I was learning right alongside her. There were moments of frustration, lots of trial and error, and plenty of spilled milk (literally). But now, just a few weeks later, things have completely turned around. Dixie is calm, cooperative, and I can fully milk her out in under 25 minutes! Tune in to hear about the lessons we’ve learned, the unexpected joys, and why this experience has been so incredibly rewarding. Whether you’re a fellow homesteader or just curious about farm life, this one’s for you.

This episode is a mix of life lately—from farm updates to family rhythms and everything in between. It’s one of those weeks where a lot is happening, but nothing quite big enough for its own episode… so here it all is, in one cozy chat.

There’s nothing quite like witnessing new life on the farm. In this episode, I’m sharing the unforgettable story of our very first calf birth—what went smoothly, what totally surprised us, and how we navigated the beautiful, messy, nerve-wracking moments of calving for the first time. Whether you’re a seasoned rancher or just curious about homesteading life, come along as we relive this milestone moment that changed our farm forever.

It’s been a full season here on the homestead, and today I’m sharing a little life update from our farm. From animal antics to shifting routines and everything in between, here’s what’s been going on behind the scenes. Grab a cup of something warm and let’s catch up!

Today on Wellness Farm Chat, I’m joined by the incredible Rebekah Higgs from @DIYmom—renovator, designer, and passionate advocate for non-toxic living. In this heartfelt and practical conversation, Rebekah shares what sparked her journey toward creating a healthier home and how motherhood completely shifted her perspective on what really matters.From the biggest toxin culprits in home materials to easy swaps you can make today in your kitchen and bathroom, this episode is packed with helpful tips—especially for mamas who want to simplify and detox their space without sacrificing beauty or breaking the bank.If you’ve been craving a healthier environment for your family but don’t know where to start, this episode will give you the inspiration and tools to begin—one thoughtful step at a time.