Spread the loveStart your children with chores early. Teach them to fold their laundry, make their beds, and pick up after themselves. At first, they will do it imperfectly but eventually, after enough practice, they will be able to easily complete these daily tasks. As they grow bigger you can give them more responsibility: feeding animals, making meals, caring for…
Read More
Latest from the Blog
C SECTION RECOVERY TIMELINE (a week-by-week look at recovery)
Spread the loveYou just had a c section (or you’re about to have one) and now you’re wondering what is normal when it comes to recovery? Maybe you’re feeling a little bummed about your birthing experience. Or you’re worried about recovery for a myriad of reasons. Not the least of which is “how in the world am I going to…
Read More
Homemaker Hack: Bulk Bake Once A Week
Spread the loveBulk bake whenever you can. It takes almost no extra effort to double or triple a batch of whatever it is you’re baking, and the rewards are well worth it. Recently I began bulk baking my family’s bread once a week and here what has happened: -lower stress mornings (no wondering what’s for breakfast) -quick easy snack and/or lunches…
Read More
Thrift Your Way To A Unique Home
Spread the loveGet creative when you go to the thrift store. Think about your needs in your home and your skills. How can you take something in the second hand shop, that’s likely sold at an affordable price, and make it work to fill a need? I recently purchased a red and black plaid, flat bed sheet. It will make…
Read More
You Are The Heart of Your Home
Spread the loveChristian mother: your husband is the head of the home, you are the heart. You set the tone, the pace, the mood of everyone around you. If you wake grumpy and rushed, your children and spouse will feel that. If you are snapping at everyone and your frustration is written all over your face, your family will react…
Read More