Best Food Preservation Canning Podcasts (2025)

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82. 4 Homesteading Skills to Learn BEFORE You Have Land 21:42

17h ago21:42

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One of the biggest misconceptions about homesteading is that you need land to get started. But the truth is, some of the most important homesteading skills don’t even require a backyard. Today, I want to share with you four foundational skills you can start learning right now—whether you’re in an apartment, a rental, or just dreaming of your future…

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Ep. 14 | Fall Gardening Tips! 30:15

6d ago30:15

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It’s time to plan that fall garden, also still time to add a few more summer gardening items that can grow beyond first frost. More information on growing tips in the podcast. Hope you enjoy it! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook, and DM us your questions! Thank you for your support!By EZ Farms Homestead | Les and Christy Eason

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81. 5 Hacks for Eating Healthy While Saving Money 22:42

8d ago22:42

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We all want to eat healthier, but sometimes grocery prices these days can make it feel impossible. The good news is, it doesn’t have to be that way. In today’s episode, I’m sharing my five favorite hacks for eating healthy while actually saving money. I’m going to share practical tips that you can start using this week to feed your family well with…

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80. Truth: The Perfect Homestead Life Doesn't Exist - Are You Letting Perfectionism Hold You Back from Your Homesteading Goals? 26:06

15d ago26:06

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Have you ever found yourself stuck because you’re putting some of your homestead goals on hold for the perfect time, the perfect setup, or to be the perfect mom? Today we’re talking about something that I think a lot of us wrestle with, especially when we are trying to juggle family, homesteading, and everything in between. That is perfectionism. I…

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79. My Morning Routine with 3 Under 5 22:07

22d ago22:07

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If you’re in the season of raising babies, toddlers, or preschoolers, especially more than one at a time, you know that mornings can feel a little… wild. And some days, just getting everyone dressed and ready before noon feels like a win. In this episode, I want to give you a peek on what my real-life morning routine looks like with three kids unde…

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78. Tips for Canning with Little Kids 18:22

29d ago18:22

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If you’re knee-deep in summer produce and trying to preserve as much as you can, with toddlers climbing the counters or babies on your hip, this episode is just for you. Canning with little ones around can feel chaotic, overwhelming, and downright impossible some days. But I want to encourage you: it is possible—you just have to be strategic about …

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Ep. 13 | Prepping for Water in a Crisis 40:03

1M ago40:03

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Are we truly prepared with enough water in a crisis? What if there was a chemical spill and water is shut down for a couple of weeks; or an ice storm power outage; maybe even a terror attack that shuts down the grid? In this podcast, we talk about reasons why and ways to store water to get us one step better prepared for what may come. Follow us on…

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77. 5 Ways to Improve Your Energy and Get More Done as a Busy Homestead Mom 26:30

1M ago26:30

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Do you ever find it hard to have enough energy to get you through your day? When you’re a homestead mom, the home is a busy place. There’s a lot to get done, and it can be hard to get it all done when you are dragging in the morning, having a mid-morning crashes, or afternoon slumps. I know when I lack energy, it takes a huge hit to my productivity…

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76. How to Freeze Any Vegetable in 15 Minutes or Less! 22:47

1M ago22:47

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If your garden, or let’s face it, your last farmer’s market haul, is bursting with fresh veggies right now, you might be wondering how on earth you’re going to use it all before it goes bad. The good news is you don’t have to! In today’s episode, I’m going to walk you through how to freeze just about any vegetable in 15 minutes or less—so you can p…

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Ep. 12 | Different Methods of Food Preservation: Canning, Freeze Drying, etc. 52:25

2M ago52:25

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We never know what can happen in our lives that put us in a time of needing to rely on what we have stored up. This episode talks about different ways to preserve food and some of the reasons why it is a good idea to prepare. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook, and DM us your questions! Thank you for your support!…

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75. Quick & Healthy Homemade Lunches for Traveling and On-the-Go 21:05

2M ago21:05

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Right now, summer is in full swing—which means longer days, more time outside, family trips, park playdates, and probably a whole lot more running around than usual. And when you’re busy and out and about, mealtimes sneak up fast. But, even if you want to avoid the drive-thru and typical car snacks, it can be tricky to figure out how to feed everyo…

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74. Natural Ways to Make Your Home Smell Amazing 19:13

2M ago19:13

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You know that feeling when you walk into someone’s house and it just smells good—warm, inviting, clean, maybe even a little like fresh-baked cookies? Well, after I decided to ditch artificial fragrances with two toddlers running around, that is NOT how our house smelled. But since then, I’ve learned a thing or two, and today I want to share some si…

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73. Creating a Simpler Life and More Time Making Family Memories 23:47

2M ago23:47

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Do you ever feel like life is moving too fast? The calendar is always full, the to-do list never ends, and somehow, the moments that matter most are slipping through the cracks. If you've ever caught yourself saying, “I just want more time with my family,” or wondering why this homesteading life you dreamed of still feels so busy, then you're in th…

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Ep. 11 | Things To Consider When Beginning Homesteading 47:32

2M ago47:32

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When we started homesteading 26yrs ago, podcasting was not a thing, YouTube, Instagram nor Facebook didn't exist to help us. We wished we could have heard some things to consider before buying land and build our infrastructure. With no social media there to guide us we depended on friends and books to learn to garden, preserve food, raise chickens …

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72. My #1 Tip for Getting Chores Done with a Baby 26:14

2M ago26:14

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If you are anything like me you’ve got a baby in your arms, or on your hip, and a to-do list a mile long. Baby #3 is 2 months now, and I know firsthand how tricky it can be to get anything done when you’ve got a little one who needs you 24/7. The laundry piles up, dinner still has to be made, and we’re not even going to talk about the last time the…

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Ep. 10 | Prepping-The First 5 Essential Needs In A Crisis 53:17

3M ago53:17

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We saw what happened during Covid, we saw or heard what happened during Katrina, we have seen supply chain issues increase and egg prices going up. We have seen lack of emergency help with hurricane Helene in North Carolina and know there is more to come. If it is national disaster, lockdown, job loss, power grid issues or an illness and cannot wor…

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71. How to Get Your Kids to Eat Healthy Homemade Meals, My Strategy for Picky Eating 25:35

3M ago25:35

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If you have a picky eater, you know that this can be one of the most maddening things about littles, especially if you are going to the work of preparing homemade, from-scratch meals or if you are spending money on quality ingredients just to have it end up in the trash. In this episode, I’m sharing the real-life strategies I use in our home to hel…

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Ep. 9 | Key Tips on Growing Tomatoes 37:30

3M ago37:30

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If you are a seasoned gardener or just beginning these tips on growing tomatoes have proven to help me with diseases, fungus, abundance and success. I have grown tomatoes many years and these tips and made a difference. I hope they help you. Thanks for joining! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook, and DM us your questions! Thank you for your suppor…

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70. Annual Azure Haul - What did I just buy for the whole year? 23:30

3M ago23:30

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If you’ve ever been curious about how to buy in bulk, what’s actually worth stocking up on for a whole year, or how I plan it all out for our growing family—you are in the right place. In this episode, I dive into my annual Azure haul. And yes, it’s a big one. This is my stock-up that fills my basement pantry and tops off gamma buckets. I am going …

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Ep. 8 | Raising Chickens 101 50:50

3M ago50:50

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In this episode we talk about the things to think about when raising chickens from infrastructure to feeding. We tell our own personal experiences and pros and cons to help you make the best decisions when raising chickens. We hope you benefit from our podcast. Thank you for listening. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook, and DM us your questions! …

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69. 8 Benefits to Raising a Homestead Family 24:07

3M ago24:07

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Have you ever found yourself questioning if the whole homesteading thing is worth it, especially when you have little kids in tow? It can feel like a lot sometimes, and maybe you are tempted to push things off until the kids are older. But in this episode, I want to inspire you why the time is now, not sometime in the distant future, by sharing the…

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68. 5 Cheap Meals to Make with What is In Your Pantry Right Now 20:13

3M ago20:13

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Have you ever stood in front of your pantry, staring at the shelves, and thought, “What in the world are we going to eat for supper?”—even though there is food in there? I think we’ve all been there a time or two. But the truth is, with a few basic staples, you can whip up delicious, budget-friendly meals in about 30 minutes. In this episode, I sha…

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Ep. 7 | How to Not Be Overwhelmed In The Garden 41:44

3M ago41:44

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During garden season it can get overwhelming especially during the later months as things come together with harvest. Whether planning, preserving or somewhere in between is your struggle, we discuss in this podcast the best strategies that have worked for us. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook, and DM us your questions! Thank you for your support…

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67. 3 Easy Steps to Growing Your Own Food 23:06

4M ago23:06

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Have you been dreaming of growing your own food but feel overwhelmed by where to start? Gardening can seem complicated, but the truth is—you don’t need a perfect setup, a huge backyard, or do a ton of research to start producing fresh, homegrown food. In this episode, I break it down into three simple steps that will help you get started without th…

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Ep. 6 | Raised Beds, In Ground or Bucket Gardening Which One? 40:39

4M ago40:39

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This episode talks about the pros and cons to raised bed, in ground or bucket gardening. After 25 yrs of gardening ups and downs we have tried it all. Which one is best truly depends on which works best for you, the Gardener. Lots of times a little bit of all is pretty good too. However, I hope this help you get more clarity on your decision as you…

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66. Adjusting Postpartum and Nourishing Your Body with Nutrient Dense Foods 30:40

4M ago30:40

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If you are a new mama or a new mom to be, if you’ve got littles at home, or if you’re just trying to figure out how to feed yourself well when life is full—today’s episode for you. I wanted to share a bit about how his postpartum season has been unfolding so far and what’s been helping me the most—especially when it comes to nourishment and caring …

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Ep. 5 | Homesteading in Inclement Weather 41:09

4M ago41:09

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Whether we owners of backyard pets or a farm with farm animals, we are all called to be good stewards of our farm and take care of the animals. We talk about our experiences of taking care of animals in -6 snowing temps too rainstorms with days and days of heavy rain along with tornados. We open the podscast with our farm updates and a weekly quest…

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Ep. 4 | Your "Why" and "What" for Homesteading 38:34

4M ago38:34

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When we started homesteading we didn't have a clear direction of the "why's". Over the years knowing our "why" and "what" we wanted to do helped us decided our direction on our property. Then we knew more of "what" we needed to do to help navigate that direction. Also we answered a question on "how to start herbal gardening on a balcony?" Follow us…

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Ep. 3 | Companion Planting and Seasonal Gardening 45:11

5M ago45:11

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Have you ever wondered a way to help to control the bugs in your garden? Well, companion planting is a great way to help reduce bugs that like to feast off your plants and planting closer together with an increased harvest. Along with that we talk about seasonal planting which is best done by your low and high temps in your area more than what the …

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Ep. 2 | The Beauty and Hardships of Homesteading 47:41

5M ago47:41

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Homesteading comes with its beauty and its hardships. It looks glamorous and easy on social media, but so much isn’t mentioned or pictured about the hardships. However, we rise up over the challenges and remember what we do and why we do it and that brings us back to focus on the lovely reasons we chose this life. Follow us on Instagram and Faceboo…

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65. Big Announcement - Spoiler, She's Here! 2:39

5M ago2:39

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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 wor…

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64. Simple Strategies to Avoid Kitchen Burnout (And Still Get Dinner on the Table) 24:00

5M ago24:00

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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 fee…

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Ep. 1 | About Us And How We Became Homesteaders 17:14

5M ago17:14

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Hello! And welcome to the EZ Farms Podcast, where we are doing things from the ground up! In this week's episode, we share how we went from a city and suburban life to moving our family out to our first five acres of land, beginning what would become our homesteading beginning. You may be considering a homesteading lifestyle and curious to know wha…

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5M ago0:56

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Follow us on Instagram and Facebook, and DM us your questions! Thank you for your support!By Christy

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63. Cooking with Healthy and Affordable Fats 24:55

5M ago24:55

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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, tradit…

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62. 5 Reusable Swaps that Will Save You Money 22:37

6M ago22:37

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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 a…

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61. Creating Daily Habits to Grow Your Homestead 1% Each Day 26:29

6M ago26:29

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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 …

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60. Pantry Staples for a From-Scratch Kitchen, Simplify and Save 29:41

6M ago29:41

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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…

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59. Transform Your Cleaning Routine, Non-toxic Solutions that Work 24:33

6M ago24:33

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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 t…

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58. 3 Hacks for Buying Affordable Meat 24:19

7M ago24:19

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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 …

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57. Is Homestead Life Biblical? 5 Scriptures that Show God’s Truth in Homesteading 17:15

7M ago17:15

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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 i…

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56. Decluttering Your Homestead (Without Being a Minimalist) 28:35

7M ago28:35

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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 …

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55. Why You Should Start Sourdough This Year! 21:40

7M ago21:40

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Do you feel like sourdough has become synonymous with homesteading? Everywhere you turn, there are more and more people getting into baking sourdough, and I am always surprised by how many people, even in my own non-crunchy, small-town community, are jumping on the sourdough trend. While I definitely don’t think you have to bake sourdough to consid…

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54. Ready to Expand Your Homestead? Tips for Affording Land in an Inflated Economy 23:25

7M ago23:25

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Are you ready to move out of the suburbs and expand your homestead? Maybe one of your goals this year is to purchase land and start growing your homestead into what you’ve always wanted it to be. But if you’ve done any looking, you know that land isn’t cheap, and interest rates aren’t either. Maybe you would love to get a couple acres of your own i…

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53. Practical Homestead Goal Setting for Moms with Little Kids 28:17

8M ago28:17

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It’s that time again, we are turning a page into a new year and with that comes some new goals. And I’m not just talking about new year's resolutions that get broken after the first month. I’m talking about well-thought out goals that give actionable steps, followed throughout the year so you can look back and see how much progress you’ve made when…

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52. 3 Ways to Stop Relying on Supply Chain and Be More Self-sufficient 25:46

8M ago25:46

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Have you ever stopped to think of how dependent we are on supply chain for just about everything, from groceries, to household essentials? It can be kind of a scary thought to think about what would happen if we couldn’t just go to the store and get what we need when we need it. We have become so dependent on our system that we very rarely think ab…

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51. Breakfast Swaps - Nutritious Homemade Breakfast Options that Your Kids Will Actually Eat 28:36

8M ago28:36

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Do you struggle with breakfast? Blame it on the morning rush or battling with picky eating, but maybe you’ve found yourself reaching for convenience a little too often when it comes to your kids’ breakfast. Breakfast cereal, granola bars, pop-tarts, or frozen waffles, we’ve all been there a time or two. But today I want to share some awesome swaps …

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50. The Secret to Homesteading and Actually Save Money 21:54

8M ago21:54

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Do you ever find yourself wishing you could do more on your homestead but you’re just not sure how to afford it? Maybe you’ve crunched the numbers and you just can’t figure out how people save money by homesteading. Today, I want to share how our family of four manages to homestead on one income while saving money in the process AND setting ourselv…

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49. Finding Your Purpose in Homesteading and Staying Home with Littles 19:13

9M ago19:13

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Do you ever feel tired and burned out from the daily mom grind? The endless diaper changes, dirty clothes, dealing with tantrums and fighting, and putting meals on the table three times a day? Being a stay at home mom is hard, especially when you are outnumbered by your crazy littles running around. Sometimes it feels like trying to homestead on to…

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48. Practical Homestead Gifts for Kids! Enjoying the Holiday Season without All the Stuff 33:39

9M ago33:39

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Are you tired of all the “stuff” at Christmas? The shopping, the wrapping, and all the toys with little plastic pieces that just get broken anyway. Do you want to give gifts that are heartfelt, handmade, or just plain practical? Today, I am going to be sharing how our family approaches gift giving, why we choose practical gifts for our kids, and ho…

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