The Farm Family Table⏐Homesteading, Homemaking, Christian Mom

Are you excited about the idea of homesteading, but feel stuck in where to start? Are you dying to start living  out your homesteading dreams? Sometimes there can be a big gap between the dreaming and doing when it comes to homesteading, but today I want to close that gap by sharing 5 easy things that you can start with, so you can begin building your homestead. Friend, today is the day to dive into your homesteading dreams and mak...

Have you started cooking from scratch, but you’re still trying to save money on your grocery budget? Do you desire for your family to have food security even in the face of an emergency? Buying in bulk and creating a pantry and food storage system may be the solution for your family’s needs. Today we are going to talk about the benefits of creating a bulk pantry, the top places I recommend purchasing in bulk, how to make bulk purch...

Have you ever felt stuck in comparison? What about homestead mom comparison? Regular mom comparison, or mom guilt, is bad enough, but I think there is something even more toxic about homestead mom comparison. Thinking that you will never be good enough unless you can accomplish all the homesteady things like growing all your own food, raising animals, never eating processed foods or snacks, using only natural products, having a bea...

I hear this all the time, “I’d love to homestead but we can’t afford it.” What if I told you there are some common things in the homesteading world that are totally unnecessary and that people are just blowing their money on? If this is the lifestyle you desire, but you’re stuck with the financial side of things, tune in today to hear the things you DO NOT NEED to start your homestead. Let’s talk about how to avoid wasting your mon...

Want to stop relying on boxes, cans, and multiple trips to the grocery store each week? Ready to start cooking from scratch but feel stuck in the stress and overwhelm of it all? I get it. Putting dinner on the table with little kids is HARD, not to mention having to learn new recipes and finding the time to make your own food. But YOU know, cooking your own food, from scratch is so much better, in terms of taste, nutrition and for ...

Who doesn’t love the smell of fresh-baked bread in their home? But more than that, who doesn’t love the grocery savings that baking your own bread has when you easily pay $3-$4 a loaf or more at the store. Not to mention your getting better nutrition. I probably don’t have to convince you of the benefits of homemade bread, but maybe your bigger question is HOW do I start making my own bread. There can be a big learning curve to bak...

Starting your homestead journey is exciting, but it can be filled with some pretty common pitfalls. These are challenges that can be easily avoided for more joy and less stress in your homestead. Today I’m going to be sharing the top 5 mistakes beginner homestead moms make, so you can start homesteading with confidence and see your homestead thrive.

And if you resonate with any of these mistakes, remember, mistakes aren’t bad! It...

Are you ready to plant your garden this spring? You bought your seeds, you have your tools, but now your stuck with wait, how do I actually do this? Fortunately, that’s exactly what we are going to be covering in today’s episode. This is the last part of our four part mini-series diving into the ins and outs of how to get your garden off to the right start this spring. Today we’re going to be talking about when and how to plant you...

Are you a beginner gardener, ready to plan your garden this spring? Do you feel a little stuck in the information overload of what to plant, how much to plant, where to plant it, when to plant it, and all the other garden planning decisions. In today’s episode, I want to help you work through what your plan is for your garden this year, so you can move past the decision fatigue, and get started in achieving your gardening goals thi...

Are you a beginner gardener that’s gearing up to start your garden this spring? Do you want to grow more food for your family this year without the frustration? If that’s you, you’re in luck! Today is part two of our four part mini-series diving into the ins and outs of how to get your garden off to the right start this spring. Today we’ll be talking about preparing your garden space, from choosing the location, to evaluating your ...

Are you excited to jump into gardening this year, but aren’t sure where to get started? Is one of your big homestead goals to start a garden that can actually feed your family? If that’s you, you’re in luck! We are about to kick off a four part mini-series diving into the ins and outs of what you need (and don’t need) to get your garden off to the right start this spring. We’ll be talking about the tools you need, preparing your ga...

Are you excited to dive into homesteading but feel held back from your goals because you just can’t afford the land or supplies to get started? Do you ever feel like homesteading is only for the rich these days? From gardening, to preparing healthy food, to building chicken coops, and more, are you stuck in sticker shock when you try to emulate what other homesteaders are doing? If this is the lifestyle you desire but just can’t ma...

Have you ever had good intentions of cooking from scratch only to find yourself pinched for time and putting chicken nuggets in the oven again? Maybe you have a meal plan, but then something unexpected comes up and you end up making an unplanned trip through the drive through instead. Sound familiar? It’s okay to rely on conveniences once and while, but if you’re getting stuck falling back on them over and over, It might be time to...

One of the most exciting things about starting your homestead is growing your garden and getting to experience fresh produce, homegrown in your own yard. But, one of the most discouraging things is when you put in a ton of effort into a new garden only to end up with a lot of weeds, sweaty clothes, and very little produce. If you are ready to start a successful garden as a complete beginner, stick around because today we’re hashing...

There is a lie that I come across over and over when it comes to homesteading. This lie causes people to fall into limiting beliefs and stops them from living their dreams. It’s one of the biggest roadblocks that prevents someone from fully diving into homesteading.

Do you know what it is?

Today I’m going to break it down for you and prove you don’t need  to believe this lie to live the lifestyle God is calling you. Tune in, becaus...

Do you ever feel like you have a million things to do and it all needs to happen like yesterday? Have you ever felt overwhelmed or stressed out by your overflowing to-do list? As busy moms, I think this feeling surfaces a lot. But, what if you didn’t have to stay stuck in that? What if you could prioritize your daily tasks to regain peace in your home and have less stress and more sanity when it comes to your never-ending list of t...

Do you want to stop relying on boxes and cans and multiple trips to the store each week? Do you want to feed your family healthier food while SAVING money? Well get ready because today we are taking baby steps to doing just that. I have 3 easy tips for food you can stop buying and start making for better nutrition, less money, and fewer trips to the store. So grab a pen because you’re going to want to take notes.

I hope you find th...

I know that you want to lead a healthy, fulfilling, homesteading life with your family. But knowing your “why”, you’re #1 reason for doing what you do is so important. Chances are you already have some idea, which is why you are here and why God put a calling on your heart to start homesteading. But we are going to go deeper and solidify that in your mind with 1 simple exercise you can journal on. 

Choosing homesteading can be hard...

Are you interested in starting homesteading but just feel stuck in busy mom life? Are you ready to enjoy a more simple, natural, self-sufficient lifestyle? If you answered yes to either of those questions, I am so excited to welcome you to our first episode of The Farm Family Table Podcast, where you can find encouragement and practical tips for creating the homestead life that God is calling you to. Today, I want to cast some visi...