Today’s episode is with a dear friend of mine, Ellan Ruskamp, and we’re talking more on the topic of motherhood through loss. We’re talking about the heartbreaking loss of Ellan’s fourth baby, and what this unexpected journey has looked like for her and her family to navigate. Through Ellan’s experience, she’s learned that taking time to work through and process your grief is key, and it should never be on anyone else’s timeline. We also discuss the comfort that comes from being in community with others who have experienced loss, what it can look like to work through loss when you have other children, understanding that your pain will never completely go away, and more.

Ellan Ruskamp is a farm wife & boy mama from rural Nebraska. When she’s not chasing kiddos or helping out on the farm, she enjoys getting in touch with her creative side through her business, Midwest Marigold. With Midwest Marigold, she designs apparel inspired by the heart & soul of rural life that leave women feeling full of confidence and beautiful in everyday life!

In this episode, we cover:

• Taking time to sit with your feelings and truly process through your grief
• Focusing on what YOU need after experiencing a loss, and staying true to that
• Finding comfort in talking with and being in community with others who have experienced loss
• Talking with your other children and helping them process/work through loss
• Understanding that the pain of your loss will never completely go away, but you do have the ability to hold space for multiple emotions at once
• Reminding yourself that motherhood is never a perfect journey, and there’s never just one way to mother/parent

Resources & Links:

• Supporting Our Littles eBook
• Kids Task Chart [FREE download]
• Buy some 2383 Farms Beef!
• 2383 Farms All Beef Cookbook
• Check out some recipes on our blog

Connect with Ellan: 

• Follow on Instagram
• Check out her website
• Email Ellan at [email protected]

Connect with Amanda:

• Follow on Instagram @2383farms
• Follow on Facebook @2383farms
• Check out my website
• Subscribe to our email list 
• Email Amanda at [email protected]

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Find the complete show notes here: https://2383farms.com/blogs/podcast-shownotes/motherhood-through-loss-part-2-with-ellan-ruskamp-episode-13

Today’s episode is going to be covering a very deep (and not always easy) topic, but it’s one that I knew I wanted to share on my podcast too. I’m honored to have Kaitlin Cox here to talk more about her motherhood journey, and more specifically, the journey of loss.

Kaitlin is a beautiful individual who embraces the many roles in her life, and she’s also experienced her fair share of heartache along the way. We’re talking more about Kaitlin’s journey into motherhood, and what motherhood through loss has looked like for her. From dealing with a miscarriage and a PCOS diagnosis, to the tragic loss of her baby toward the end of her pregnancy, Kaitlin’s path to motherhood has been anything but smooth.

In this episode, we cover: 

• Kaitlin’s first miscarriage, which ultimately led to her receiving a PCOS diagnosis
• Kaitlin’s second pregnancy, and the heartbreaking experience that transpired with her second baby
• The emotional rawness and complete uncertainty that comes after experiencing a loss
• Leaning into God/your faith during hard seasons in life, and understanding that you’re not meant to know the reasoning behind everything while here on Earth
• Finding patience and contentment after loss + looking for the ‘good’ in every situation, even when it seems impossible at first
• How valuable finding community and talking with others who have experienced a loss can be
• Why you should never feel like you need to minimize your pain or downplay the loss of your child
• Being kind to yourself and celebrating your wins throughout motherhood (no matter how big or small)

Resources & Links:

• Supporting Our Littles eBook
• Kids Task Chart [FREE download]
• Buy some 2383 Farms Beef!
• 2383 Farms All Beef Cookbook
• Check out some recipes on our blog

Connect with Kaitlin: 

• Follow on Instagram
• Check out her podcast: Emerging As Me
• Listen to her podcast episode about her story: My Journey to Motherhood
• Check out her website
• Email Kaitlin at [email protected]

Connect with Amanda:

• Follow on Instagram @2383farms
• Follow on Facebook @2383farms
• Check out my website
• Subscribe to our email list 
• Email Amanda at [email protected]

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Find the complete show notes here: https://2383farms.com/blogs/podcast-shownotes/motherhood-through-loss-part-1-with-kaitlin-cox-episode-12

In today’s episode, I’m talking about my personal growth journey, and how that’s really impacted all areas of my life - my family life, my health, and my business. From digging deeper into my health and wellness and my involvement in masterminds, to learning I need to set boundaries and not fill up every spare moment I have, 2023 was a life-changing year...in more ways than one. I feel like I’ve finally learned that I don’t HAVE to do it all, nor do I want to. I also now know that the word ‘busy’ doesn’t have to mean something negative - it’s more about how I’m choosing to do things differently for myself, and my family, moving forward. 

In this episode, we cover: 

• Digging deeper into my health in 2023 by working with a functional medicine practitioner, and what happened as a result
• My involvement in masterminds in 2023 + the big realizations that came from those
• Choosing to be very intentional with your time and setting boundaries, instead of filling up your calendars every month of the year
• Changing the way we think of the word ‘busy’, and how this relates to the name of my podcast
• My reflections on 2023 + how I want to look and feel in 2024, and beyond
• The power in surrounding yourself with like-minded women who are pursuing similar goals, and also, encouraging you to keep going

Resources & Links:

• Reading Chart download
• The Good Movement Draws Good Movement Podcast with Terryn Drieling
• Gather in Growth with Emily Reuschel | Episode 73
• Supporting Our Littles eBook
• Four complete meals with recipes [FREE download]
• Buy some 2383 Farms Beef!
• 2383 Farms All Beef Cookbook
• Check out some recipes on our blog

Connect with Amanda:

• Follow on Instagram @2383farms
• Follow on Facebook @2383farms
• Check out my website
• Subscribe to our email list 

Make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Find the complete show notes here: https://2383farms.com/blogs/podcast-shownotes/new-year-new-me-but-take-it-up-a-step-episode-11

In today’s episode, I’m talking with Miranda from SHE Fitness. I was excited to have Miranda on to dig into something we’re both very passionate about - taking care of ourselves as moms. Miranda has been in the health and fitness space as a Certified Personal Trainer for a while now. After seeing a gap in the information and resources that are readily available to women during pregnancy and postpartum though, she made the decision to start her own business, and support women during this very crucial (and often overlooked) time.

Miranda is a Certified Personal Trainer and Pre to Postpartum Core Exercise Specialist, wife of a cattle farmer, and mother of a 14 month old. She mainly works with Pre-Postpartum women to help them "get their body back", and feel confident in themselves after this beautiful, yet challenging stage of life. Miranda also wants to help change the narrative of the "typical mom bod" and tell women that even though your body changes, you are not "stuck." You can be the best version of yourself (even as a mom), and she wants to help get you there! From urinary leaking, to pain with sex, low back pain, decreased energy, blood sugar issues, weight gain, and more, she can help and encourage you to a healthy and active lifestyle! Sometimes, you just need someone cheering you on and believing in you..Miranda is that kind of coach!

In this episode, we cover: 

• One of the best (and simplest) things you can learn to do now before even becoming pregnant
• What you can do during pregnancy to really help prepare you for childbirth
• Things you can focus on to have a more restful and healing postpartum experience + what to keep in mind after your 6 week postpartum check-up
• Giving yourself grace when it comes to taking care of yourself and your health, while still being present for your family
• The very real struggle that is ‘mom guilt’ when you’re trying to balance your family, work, and more

Resources & Links:

• Supporting Our Littles eBook
• Kids Task Chart [FREE download]  
• Buy some 2383 Farms Beef!
• 2383 Farms All Beef Cookbook
• Check out some recipes on our blog

Connect with Miranda: 

• Follow on Instagram
• Follow on Facebook
• Check out her website at https://www.she-fitness.net/
• Email Miranda at [email protected]

Connect with Amanda:

• Follow on Instagram @2383farms
• Follow on Facebook @2383farms
• Check out my website
• Subscribe to our email list 
• Email Amanda at [email protected]

Make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Find the complete show notes here: https://2383farms.com/blogs/podcast-shownotes/taking-care-of-ourselves-as-moms-prenatal-postpartum-with-miranda-from-she-fitness-episode-10

In today’s episode, I’m talking with Kadi from Braided Branch Co. We’re talking more about how your role on your ranch or farm can vary in different seasons of life, the beauty in giving yourself the gift of wellness, the power of habit stacking, being intentional with prayer, and more. This was a beautiful conversation, and Kadi’s authenticity shines through whenever she shares with others - I know you’re going to love this episode!

In this episode, we cover: 

• Kadi’s story of starting her ‘mini ministry’, Braided Branch Co, and the incredible things that have happened since doing so
• What Kadi’s role on her ranch currently looks like + adding value to your operation in different seasons of life
• The idea of giving yourself a gift of wellness, and how it can tremendously impact your life for today, and the future
• The power of habit stacking, and how simple, little things really add up over time
• The weekly intentional prayer journal that Kadi created for busy moms
• Why it’s okay to change in multiple areas of your life - especially after motherhood

Resources & Links:

• Purchase the Weekly Intentional Prayer Journal
• Check out all of Kadi’s downloads  and use code FARMMOM for 15% off site wide
• Supporting Our Littles eBook
• Kids Task Chart [FREE download]
• Buy some 2383 Farms Beef!
• 2383 Farms All Beef Cookbook
• Check out some recipes on our blog

Connect with Kadi: 

• Follow on Instagram
• Follow on Facebook
• Check out her website at kadiwalnofer.com

Connect with Amanda:

• Follow on Instagram @2383farms
• Follow on Facebook @2383farms
• Check out my website
• Subscribe to our email list 
• Email Amanda at [email protected]

Find the complete show notes here: https://2383farms.com/blogs/podcast-shownotes/giving-yourself-the-gift-with-kadi-from-braided-branch-co-episode-9

In today’s episode, I’m talking with my new friend, Nicki, from Pretty Neat Organizing. Nicki and I dive into some simple tips to organize and declutter your space before the holiday season, important (and also forgotten) areas to go through regularly, the interesting connection between decluttering and having less ‘stuff’ to clean as a result, and more.

Nicki is a former teacher turned professional organizer who is very passionate about helping her clients organize and declutter their spaces. Not only does this lead to more time and energy back in their day, but less stress and overwhelm too. I truly enjoyed this conversation, and I hope it’s helpful for you as you prepare for a fun and joyful Christmas season ahead!

In this episode, we cover: 

• Nicki’s decision to leave teaching and pursue her dream career of helping people with organizing and decluttering their spaces
• A simple organizing and decluttering tip to start doing this holiday season
• Organizing and going through toys + how to get your kids involved in the process
• Important (but sometimes forgotten) items and spaces in your house to organize and go through regularly
• How to decide which spaces you need to organize and declutter first, and what the timeline can look like when doing so
• The connection between decluttering and having less ‘stuff’ to clean as a result
• A great decluttering ‘rule’ to follow to help keep you from building up more clutter in the future
• Nicki’s favorite type of space to organize and declutter

Resources & Links:

• Supporting Our Littles eBook
• Kids Task Chart [FREE download]
• Buy some 2383 Farms Beef!
• 2383 Farms All Beef Cookbook
• Check out some recipes on our blog

Connect with Nicki: 

• Follow on Instagram
• Follow on Facebook
• Follow on TikTok
• Check out her website
• Send Nicki an email at [email protected]

Connect with Amanda:

• Follow on Instagram @2383farms
• Follow on Facebook @2383farms
• Check out my website
• Subscribe to our email list 
• Email Amanda at [email protected]

Make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Find the complete show notes here: https://2383farms.com/blogs/podcast-shownotes/organizing-decluttering-before-the-christmas-season-with-nicki-from-pretty-neat-organizing-episode-8

In today’s episode, I’m talking about my business, 2383 Farms. I’ve had multiple events I’ve gone to lately, and even opened up my own storefront. There’s been a lot of chaos going on..but in a really good way too! In regards to being a small business owner, I want to thank you for supporting my business this holiday season, and throughout the year. I am TRULY grateful for all of the amazing people who choose to purchase from us! With all of this happening, I thought it would be the perfect time to share more about how my beef business came about, what 2383 Farms actually is and what I do, finding a balance that works for my family and I as my business continues to grow, and more. 

Starting 2383 Farms has been such a fun and rewarding journey so far, and really an absolute blessing for my family and I. I hope you enjoy this episode, and maybe even learn something new about what the behind the scenes looks like for me as a small business owner! 

In this episode, we cover: 

• What our cow calf operation actually looks like, and how it works
• The decision to start selling our own beef + what the process, investment, and more was like to get started
• The overwhelming support I’ve experienced since publicly sharing about my business
• The growth and connections I’ve built since going to in-person events and shows over the last year and a half
• Why I decided to create my all beef cookbook, and the true joy and excitement I’ve felt since releasing it earlier this year
• My decision to start a temporary storefront and sell beef to customers this holiday season
• Finding the balance as it relates to my growing beef business, my ‘regular’ job, and my family going forward 

Resources & Links:

• Four complete meals with recipes [FREE download]
• Buy some 2383 Farms Beef!
• 2383 Farms All Beef Cookbook
• Check out some recipes on our blog

Connect with Amanda:

• Follow on Instagram @2383farms
• Follow on Facebook @2383farms
• Check out my website
• Subscribe to our email list 

Make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Find the complete show notes here: https://2383farms.com/blogs/podcast-shownotes/how-2383-farms-came-about-episode-7

In today’s episode, I’m talking with another fun guest, Michala Petersen. I first connected with Michala through one of her sourdough workshops, and I immediately knew she was someone I wanted to have here on the podcast! Not only was I in awe of sourdough after her workshop, but I was also in awe of her energy, and the incredible work she is doing within her family and community. We’re talking all about gut health and simple ways you can start improving your gut health, getting started with sourdough and the endless recipes you can make with it, the amazing benefits of Juice Plus+, and more. 

In this episode, we cover: 

• Michala’s story of changing career paths that allowed her more quality time with her family + her introduction to sourdough
• What gut health really is + how you can start improving your gut health
• Getting started with sourdough (and why it’s easier than you may think)
• The Pure Hope Foundation, and why Michala is passionate about the work this organization is doing 
• The incredible benefits of Juice Plus+ and how Michala incorporates it into her and her family’s daily life
• Knowing that God’s ability to redeem your kids far outweighs any mistakes you make when you’re raising them

Resources & Links:

• Juice Plus +
• Donate to Pure Hope Foundation HERE
• Supporting Our Littles eBook
• Kids Task Chart [FREE download]
• Buy some 2383 Farms Beef!
• 2383 Farms All Beef Cookbook
• Check out some recipes on our blog

Connect with Michala: 

• Follow on Instagram @mnmpetersen

Connect with Amanda:

• Follow on Instagram @2383farms
• Follow on Facebook @2383farms
• Check out my website
• Subscribe to our email list 
• Email Amanda at [email protected]

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In today’s episode, I’m talking with an amazing guest, Kayla Josefiak, all about creating a relationship with Jesus when we’re in the season of motherhood. Kayla and I believe that God calls us to motherhood, and while it’s not easy, building a strong foundation for our faith can help us better navigate this journey. We’re talking about exploring our faith during life-altering moments, bringing faith into our everyday lives as we’re raising families, the power of ‘messy’ prayer when we’re feeling anxious, finding joy in the little, everyday things, and more. This is a very real and beautiful conversation about digging deeper into our mom faith, and I know it’s one you’re going to love!

In this episode, we cover: 

• Kayla’s story of growing up in agriculture and sports, and her battle with mental health issues from a young age
• Pivotal moments in Kayla’s life that led her to really dive into and start exploring her faith more after becoming a mom
• The practice of bringing faith into your everyday life and incorporating it with your family
• Relying on your faith and truly trusting God when you’re part of a farm marriage and family
• How Kayla is currently supporting women with their faith and wellness + her decision to pursue certification as a health and life coach
• Finding joy right where you are instead of comparing to others on social media
• Choosing to give yourself grace (and actually receive it from God) in motherhood

Resources & Links:

• Supporting our Littles eBook Waitlist
• Kids Task Chart [FREE download]
• Buy some 2383 Farms Beef!
• 2383 Farms All Beef Cookbook
• Check out some recipes on our blog
• Midnight Mom Devotional
• The Power Of A Praying Mom
• The One Year Praying through the Bible for Your Kids
• Precious Moments
• The Power of a Praying Kid
• God Bless You and Goodnight
• God Bless My Family
• God Bless My Bedtime Prayers

Connect with Kayla: 

• Follow on Instagram @kaylajosefiak
• Check out Kayla’s website
• ​​Fortitude 3.0 (launching in January 2024) - https://e5rfjinogib.typeform.com/to/YYHPEwtd
• 1:1 Client Waitlist (opening applications late December to begin in January 2024) - https://www.kaylajosefiak.com/coaching#coaching

Connect with Amanda:

• Follow on Instagram @2383farms
• Follow on Facebook @2383farms
• Check out my website
• Subscribe to our email list

In today’s episode, I’m talking with a special guest, Heather Nienhueser. Heather and I actually live in the same state, and you could say we’re both ‘oily gals’, because we love our essential oils! We’re talking more about our passion for the farming lifestyle, the incredible benefits of regular essential oils usage, what it looks like to raise your family on a farm, and more. I know you’re going to love this fun and lighthearted discussion about farming & oils! 

Heather Nienhueser is a farm wife and mom who is passionate about sharing agriculture, and what a family farm looks like. She likes to say that she wears many hats as a wife, mom, business owner, etc., and she always knew she wanted to live + raise her family on a farm. Heather chooses to focus on the good, and is always looking for the beauty in her everyday surroundings!

In this episode, we cover: 

• Heather’s story of growing up on a farm + her continued passion for the agricultural lifestyle into marriage
• How incorporating essential oils into your daily life can be incredibly beneficial for you and your kids
• The interesting connection between essential oils and agriculture
• Spending time together as a family, and how that can look with doing the variety of farm work that needs to be done
• Choosing to focus on the good and have gratitude for the life you have 

Resources & Links:

• Nebraska Lavender Farm on Instagram @ourlavenderco
• Supporting our Littles eBook
• Kids Task Chart [FREE download]
• Buy some 2383 Farms Beef!
• 2383 Farms All Beef Cookbook
• Check out some recipes on our blog

Connect with Heather: 

• Follow on Instagram @heathernienhueser

Connect with Amanda:

• Follow on Instagram @2383farms
• Follow on Facebook @2383farms
• Check out my website
• Subscribe to our email list 

Make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode! 

Find the complete show notes here: https://2383farms.com/blogs/podcast-shownotes/raising-kids-with-farming-oils-with-heather-nienhueser-episode-4