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November 26 2025

Setting Sustainable Goals That Will Change Your Life

Michaela Encouragement for Mothers, Motherhood, Tips how to, Tips

As women, we often set goals for ourselves that are lofty and grandiose. We want to achieve the most in life, and sometimes this can lead us to set goals that are too big or unrealistic. Instead of focusing on these impossible dreams, let’s focus on setting sustainable goals that will help us change our lives in a positive way. Setting monthly or even weekly goals is an easy way to work on consistency and make progress toward who we really want to be. In this post, I’ll help you learn how to set monthly goals and give examples that […]

Age-Appropriate chores for children of all ages

November 22 2025

3-10 Years: Age-Appropriate Chore List for Your Kids

Michaela Parenting Tips, Tips

Pitching In: Age-Appropriate Chores for Children of All Ages Encouraging our children to pitch in around the house is one of the best decisions we could’ve made for them. Instilling responsibility and independence in children is a crucial aspect of their development, and age-appropriate chores play a significant role in nurturing these qualities. Our kids know they each have responsibilities at home, and they need to make sure they are done before getting to have free time, play a video game, or make any sort of plans with friends. What works for your family may look very different than what […]

November 22 2025

Non-Toxic Halloween Fun: 8 Activities Kids Will Love in 2024

Michaela Holidays, Non-Toxic Living how to, non-toxic living, Tips

Non-Toxic Halloween: Spooktacular Ideas for a Healthy Celebration Are you ready for a non-toxic Halloween celebration that’s not only spooktacular but also eco-friendly and healthy? As the leaves change and pumpkins adorn our doorsteps, it’s time to brew a potion of creativity and conscience for a Halloween that’s truly haunting—in the best way possible! Halloween, with its costumes, treats, and decorations, can be a fantastic time for families to come together and revel in the season’s spirit. But it’s also a time when a frightening amount of waste and toxic ingredients creep into our lives. That’s why this year, I’m […]

November 22 2025

Sustainable and Easy Non-Toxic Fall Cleaning Swaps

Michaela Non-Toxic Living Cleaning, Family, non-toxic living, Tips

Sustainable and Easy Non-Toxic Fall Cleaning Swaps When the crispness of fall settles in, many of us feel the urge to clean and reset our homes. It’s the season of nesting and preparing our spaces for cozy nights, warm meals, and more time indoors. But before you reach for the usual cleaning supplies, consider the harmful chemicals that may be lurking inside them. This blog post will guide you through budget-friendly, non-toxic fall cleaning swaps, offering easy alternatives for everyday household items that protect your health, the environment, and your wallet! As a mom of six, I know how important […]

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November 22 2025

Non-Toxic Beauty Tips: The Best Products for Your Routine

Michaela Non-Toxic Living Beauty, non-toxic living, Reviews, Tips

Non-Toxic Beauty Tips: The Best Products for Your Routine Being a mom on the go is a relentless adventure, and taking care of yourself often takes a back seat amidst the chaos. However, maintaining a non-toxic beauty routine with safe personal care products doesn’t have to be a time-consuming luxury. In today’s blog post, I’m sharing quick and efficient, non-toxic beauty tips for busy moms who are always moving! You deserve to take time for yourself, get ready for the day, and spend time feeling good! Don’t put your needs on the back burner because you’re worried about the time […]

November 22 2025

Incredible Homeschooling Tips for a Smooth School Year

Michaela Uncategorized

Incredible Homeschooling Tips for a Smooth School Year Thinking about homeschooling but don’t know where to start? Looking for advice to make things simpler? In this post I’ll share why we choose to homeschool, and the best advice I have to make the process as simple as possible. I know homeschooling isn’t for everyone. This post is not meant to try to convince anyone, just to encourage and give advice to those who feel like homeschooling is the best decision for their family. No judgment here! It’s officially been over 3 years since covid forced us home, and in many […]

November 22 2025

Motherhood is Not a Chore. It’s Time to Stop Portraying it as Such.

Michaela Encouragement for Mothers encouragement, Motherhood, Tips

Motherhood is Not a Chore. It’s Time to Stop Portraying it as Such. I see this mindset all over social media, and it hurts my heart that so many mothers view this role as a chore. Nothing bugs me more than portraying motherhood with frazzled, overwhelmed women who never have time for themselves. If this is your experience, you are entitled to feel that way, but I want more for you! Motherhood is not a chore. And it’s time we change that view. There’s a really unhealthy narrative that motherhood is a thankless, endless job. Yes, some days, weeks, and […]

November 22 2025

How to Fall in Love with Homemaking

Michaela Motherhood Family, homestead, non-toxic living, Tips

How to Fall in Love with Homemaking I promise this post is not trying to convince you to leave your job and stay home full-time. However, if you’re in a season of change and questioning what to do, I want to show you how to fall in love with homemaking. The structure of home and family is constantly challenged in our world, and supporting your family is more important than ever. While not for everyone, being called a homemaker or stay-at-home doesn’t bother me. It’s not my entire identity, but I am blessed by the role every day, and I […]

November 22 2025

Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas (5 Ingredients!)

Michaela Main Dishes Budget, Family

Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas I love enchiladas, but something about these green chile chicken enchiladas is next level. This recipe is easy to assemble, cooks in 30 minutes, and pairs well with a salad to round out this meal. I try to make affordable meals that keep our kids full for a long time. It’s not easy feeding a family of 8 on a tight budget, but recipes like this help us stretch our budget as far as possible! To make green chile chicken enchiladas, gather the following ingredients: 1 can diced green chiles (mild or hot, depending on your […]

Finding Motivation When Motherhood Gets Overwhelming

November 22 2025

Overwhelmed Mom? 5 Ways to Get Your Mojo Back

Michaela Encouragement for Mothers, Motherhood how to, Motherhood, Tips

Finding Motivation When Motherhood Gets Overwhelming Messy countertops, decorative pillows thrown around, something sticky on the floor. Does this sound like your home? As a mom of six, this is my daily life. It bothered me until I changed my attitude surrounding my role as a stay-at-home mom. Finding motivation when motherhood gets overwhelming can be difficult. What’s the point of cleaning if I’m just going to turn around and find it messy 10 minutes later? Why get dressed and try to feel good when sticky hands will grab my shirt as soon as I walk by? This used to […]