The Farm Family Table⏐Homesteading, Homemaking, Christian Mom

65. Big Announcement - Spoiler, She's Here!

As the title of this episode suggests, I have some exciting news to share with you —our sweet baby girl has finally arrived! We are completely in love with her, soaking up all the newborn snuggles, and adjusting to life as a family of 5. I will be stepping away from the podcast for the next few weeks as we settle into this new season. But don’t worry, I won’t be gone for too long! I already have some incredible episodes planned for when I return, and I cannot wait to jump back in with you all soon. Thank you all so much for your love, support, and patience during this special time.
 
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64. Simple Strategies to Avoid Kitchen Burnout (And Still Get Dinner on the Table)

Cooking from scratch is rewarding - you know exactly what you are feeding your family, you can be proud of what you actually made yourself, but it’s also exhausting at times, especially when you are feeding a family every single day, sometimes multiple times a day. It truly is an endless cycle that takes time and energy. It can be easy to start feeling burned out and just want a break, but the reality is, people need to eat and you don’t necessarily just want to throw nutrition out the window and order frozen pizzas or throw your budget to the wind and start eating out a lot more frequently. Today, I want to talk about kitchen burnout, how you can pull yourself out of the slump if you feel like you’re already there, and give you some meal prep tricks to keep your kitchen routine simple, effective, and enjoyable.
 
I pray that you find this episode encouraging today that if you are burned out in the kitchen, you don’t have to stay stuck there.  There are practical things you can do to lessen your workload without sacrificing homemade meals. And, at the end of the day, it all comes back to mindset - finding purpose in the work that you do and making the shift to see working in your kitchen as a blessing to your family rather than one more chore. As 1 Corinthians 10:31 tells us, “Do everything for the glory of God.” That includes homemade meals for the ones we love!
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→ Ep. 21 Making Freezer Meals Your Convenience Food
 
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63. Cooking with Healthy and Affordable Fats

If you have looked at ingredient labels lately, you might have noticed that seed oils - sunflower, soybean, corn, cottonseed, sometimes just under the name vegetable oil, are in just about everything, but there is still a lot of controversy about how these oils affect our health. In today’s episode we are diving into the world of nourishing, traditional fats, why they matter, how to use them in everyday cooking, where to source them, and how to make the switch without blowing your family’s grocery budget. This episode will give you the practical tips you need to make real, wholesome fats an essential part of your family’s diet.
 
I hope this episode helps you find healthy, affordable fats that work for your family. This is not an issue that we should stress about, but just make the effort to make healthy swaps when we can. When you make a point to cook from scratch and eat more at home, incorporating healthy fats into your own home cooking can make such a big difference in the grand scheme of things. I pray that God would ultimately give you peace as you dive into switching to healthier fats. Thank you so much for joining me!
 
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→ Ep. 43 Lard is Making a Comeback, Best Tips for Rendering Your Own Lard and 5 Ways to Use It
 
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62. 5 Reusable Swaps that Will Save You Money

Have you ever stopped to think how much your disposable products are actually costing you? Not only can single-use items contribute to a lot of waste but they can also add up to a big expense over time. In this episode, I share 5 of my favorite reusable swaps that I actually like better than the disposable versions and will save you a significant amount of money in the process. If you are looking to reduce costs, cut back on waste, or just make healthier choices for your home, these are practical swaps that you can make right away.
 
I hope you find these practical swaps helpful for your family. Making small changes, like buying a reusable mop pad instead of Swiffer pads, might seem like an insignificant thing, but overtime those savings really do add up! And especially when you start to make more of these reusable swaps. So go ahead and give it a try. Thank you so much for joining me!
 
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61. Creating Daily Habits to Grow Your Homestead 1% Each Day

Do you feel like there’s never enough time to work on your homesteading goals? Between kids, meals, cleaning, and all your other responsibilities, it can feel like there is absolutely no room left. The key to making progress on your homestead, even when your days are busy, is to make small intentional steps each day, using daily habits to help you grow and improve your homestead one day at a time. Avoid overwhelm and burnout by shifting your mindset that you can do this, growing your homesteading slowly, steadily, just 1% at a time.
 
I hope that this episode encourages you that you can do this homesteading journey. It might take time, you might have to rethink your routines and how you use your time, you might have to let some of your own standards go, but if you keep at it, putting one foot in front of the other each day, you will be able to build your homestead 1% at a time. And when you look back in a year or two, you will be so proud of the work you’ve put in and how far you’ve come. For those of you that may have been struggling with some discouragement or burnout, I pray that this episode gives you new perspective and you are able to find renewed strength with your homesteading journey, knowing that it really doesn’t all have to happen tomorrow. And really not the next day or the day after that. Thank you so much for joining me!
 
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60. Pantry Staples for a From-Scratch Kitchen, Simplify and Save

Have you ever been frustrated by having to make last-minute grocery runs? Maybe you’re just tired of relying on store bought sauces or expensive pre-made meals. A well-stocked pantry is the key to making cooking from scratch easy, affordable, and a lot more efficient. In this episode, I share some of my pantry staples that I make sure I always have on hand and give you some tips on how you can build up your pantry to make cooking from-scratch a regular habit in your home. 
 
I hope this episode helps you think through simplifying your pantry, so you can cook with fewer ingredients, stock up on what you need, eliminate food waste in your kitchen, and save money in the process. Thank you so much for joining me!
 
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→ FREE Printable Meal Planning List
→ Ep. 15 Learning to Cook from Scratch without the Overwhelm
→ Ep. 18 Building a Bulk Pantry the Easy Way
 
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59. Transform Your Cleaning Routine, Non-toxic Solutions that Work

Do you know what the most toxic part of your home is? When was the last time you checked under your bathroom sink? When you start to look into the ingredients in our everyday mainstream cleaning products, it can be downright scary, but switching to non-toxic solutions doesn’t have to be stressful, expensive, or complicated. Today, I want to share the natural  cleaning solutions that work well for our family. If you are totally new to switching to more natural products or if you’ve tried before, but have been frustrated because you feel like they just don’t work as well, I am excited to share some of the solutions that I have learned over the years, and help you tackle this journey towards a healthier home without the overwhelm.
 
I hope this episode helps you rethink your cleaning routine and make the switch to more non-toxic options in your home. I pray that God would help you not to be stressed or overwhelmed as you go through this process. As Christians, we are called to not be ruled by a spirit of fear. It can be so easy to be fearful of the chemicals that might be lurking in our everyday environment and the impact that can have on ourselves and our children. But we know that God is in charge of our health, our bodies, and I pray that you would trust him as you dive into this process and make gradual changes. Thank you so much for joining me!
 
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→ My Cleaning Routine:
General spray for surfaces, spills, mirrors: 50/50 vinegar and water
Concentrated shower/bathroom cleaner: ¾ C Sal Suds, ¾ C vinegar, 15 drops tea tree oil - pour onto wet sponge, do not spray
Toilet cleaner: ½-1 C cleaning vinegar (6% acetic acid) and hydrogen peroxide spray
Natural disinfectant: 3% hydrogen peroxide; for general household use and for more delicate surfaces like wood, use 50/50 hydrogen peroxide and water
Homemade dish soap
Favorite non-toxic products: Seventh Generation Dishwasher Detergent Powder Fragrance Free, Seventh Generation Rinse Aid Free and Clear, ECOS Liquid Dish Soap Free & Clear, ECOS Hand Soap Free & Clear, Seventh Generation Ultra Liquid Laundry Detergent Fragrance Free or Country Save Laundry Detergent Powder
→ EWG Database
→ Long term study on cleaning supplies and lung function
 
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58. 3 Hacks for Buying Affordable Meat

Let’s talk about something that has probably been on all of our minds for a while now - grocery prices. Chances are, meat or protein foods make up the biggest chunk of your grocery bill. But when we are trying to cut costs, we don’t necessarily want to have to cut protein out of our diet. And it can be really frustrating to try to feed a family of 4 or more nutritious food without breaking the bank. That’s why today I want to share my top 3 hacks for buying affordable meat, that can help you stretch your grocery budget, and not sacrifice the protein your family needs.
 
I hope you find this episode helpful if you are struggling with your grocery budget, if you are trying to feed a large family, or if you want to be able to increase your family’s protein intake in a practical way. These hacks are really some of the best ways that I have found to drastically reduce our family’s grocery spending while making sure we are getting the nutrients we need. Thank you so much for joining me!
 
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57. Is Homestead Life Biblical? 5 Scriptures that Show God’s Truth in Homesteading

Have you ever wondered if the simple, self-sufficient homestead life reflects God’s plan for us? When we see snapshots of homestead life on social media, it seems so peaceful, so meaningful. But does this lifestyle really align with scripture? In today’s episode, we are diving into the Bible to explore five powerful verses that reveal God’s truth in homesteading. From stewardship, to hard work, to trusting in God’s provision over our lives, these scriptures remind us how faith and homesteading go hand in hand. I hope these scriptures encourage you today as we explore how our homesteads can honor God and draw us closer to His purpose.
 
I pray that this episode reveals God’s truth in homesteading. Hopefully, you walk away with an even deeper sense of purpose in your homestead. Thank you so much for joining me!
 
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56. Decluttering Your Homestead (Without Being a Minimalist)

Maybe it’s the messy shed, the overflowing closets, or the pantry that’s ready to explode. Do you ever feel like your house is too small, too crowded, too cluttered, or just unorganized? If you have ever felt overwhelmed by the sheer amount of stuff on your homestead, you are not alone. Yet, maybe you also feel like you just can’t get rid of stuff because you need it! That’s me, I’m raising my hand right now. But here’s the good news, decluttering does not mean you have to ditch your homesteading supplies and become a minimalist. Today, we are going to dive into how to declutter and create a more peaceful, organized home without losing functionality of all the work that happens in your home each day.
 
If you know this topic is for you and you have areas of your home that are causing you stress and overwhelm because of the stuff, I hope that you find this episode really helpful in getting you started. While it might be hard in the moment, decluttering can give you so much freedom and help you be more efficient on your homestead. And you don’t have to become a minimalist in the process, you just have to be intentional about what you keep and why. I pray that God would help you to establish a home that is filled with peace and rest for you and your family. Thank you so much for joining me!
 
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