Ever notice how some technology makes life easier, while other technology seems designed to steal your attention? In this episode, I'm sharing a few late-night thoughts on gratitude, homemaking, and the small everyday frustrations that quietly drain our time and peace. Plus, a favorite book passage that completely changed how I'm thinking about the little things in my home that are either supporting me or burdening me.

This week I’m sharing all things freezer meals. From stocking our freezer before bringing home our newborn, to practical homemaking systems that save time, money, and stress on busy days. Whether you are brand new to freezer meals or already meal prepping regularly, this episode is packed with realistic ideas for building margin into your home life.

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https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/weeknight-bolognese-3363941 

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In this episode of Untraditionally Traditional: A Millennial Homemaker, we’re talking all things bulk buying — how to save money on groceries, what’s actually worth buying in bulk, how to compare prices between stores, and practical ways to store and use bulk foods without waste. I’m sharing what works for our family, where we shop, how we organize our pantry and freezer, and why buying and cooking in bulk has completely changed the way we feed our home.

In this episode of Untraditionally Traditional: A Millennial Homemaker, I’m sharing our full birth story and the beautiful, exhausting, joy-filled first weeks of becoming parents. From going into labor 3 weeks early to navigating postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, and newborn life, I’m opening up about what this season has really looked like for our family — plus the products and systems that have made life so much easier along the way.

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In today’s episode, I’m sharing an honest look into my third trimester—what I feel like I’ve done really well, and a few things that… didn’t go so well.

It’s easy to only share the highlights, but I’ve always believed there’s just as much value in talking about the mistakes—especially if it helps someone else avoid them.

I walk through how I’ve been getting ahead before baby arrives, the systems that are actually working for me, and the things I’ve had to let go of in this season. I also share a couple product reviews I promised I’d report back on (including one I wouldn’t recommend), and a communication misstep I made that turned into a really important lesson.

If you’re in a similar season—or preparing for one—this episode is a mix of practical tips, mindset shifts, and real-life reflection.

In today’s episode, we’re talking about something every homemaker faces at some point:

Whether it’s prepping your home for a new season of life, tackling a long-overdue home project, or simply trying to build momentum, this episode is all about breaking things down, staying consistent, and making real progress.

Because the truth is—projects don’t get done all at once…

Over the past few episodes, we’ve walked through the phases of homemaking from beginner, to intermediate, to advanced—and today we’re diving into the more unique, often old-fashioned skills that feel deeply tied to the heart of home.

These are the kinds of skills that may look a little different for each homemaker. They’re the ones that stir up curiosity, excitement, and maybe even a sense of longing for a slower, more intentional way of life. For me, these are the homemaking skills I hope to keep learning, practicing, and one day passing down.

Part 3 of the Homemaking Levels Series

Welcome back to Untraditionally Traditional: A Millennial Homemaker! In this episode, we’re continuing the 4-part homemaking series by moving into Homemaking 301: Advanced Homemaking.

Homemaking at the advanced level isn’t about having arrived—it’s about becoming more intentional, more practiced, and more confident in the systems and skills that support your home. No two homes look exactly alike, and no two homemaking journeys do either. What feels advanced to one person may feel second nature to another—and that’s part of the beauty of it.

Today we’re talking through what I consider advanced homemaking skills in the areas of food, laundry, cleaning, budgeting, gardening, and entertaining.

Episode Resources: 

From Scratch: Stretching your Grocery Budget  https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-4yuhb-1a33815

Sweater Comb: ​​ ​​https://amzn.to/4uiwrfv

In today’s episode, we’re continuing our 4-part homemaking levels series—moving from Homemaking 101 (Foundations) into Homemaking 201: Intermediate Homemaking.

If you haven’t listened to last week’s foundation episode yet, I highly recommend starting there first. Homemaking isn’t something anyone is born knowing—it’s a set of skills we build over months, years, and decades. And even seasoned homemakers benefit from circling back to the basics when life gets chaotic.

Today, we’re leveling up across the categories of laundry, cleaning, food, budgeting, outdoor care, and entertaining—with practical steps you can start using right away.

Dyson V8 Stick Vacuum https://amzn.to/4cvUBfY 

Hoover Spotless Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner https://amzn.to/4aQSguJ 

Amazon Reusable Swiffer Type Mop https://amzn.to/4qP9OMU 

Shower Scrubber: https://amzn.to/4rQSJCX

In this episode, I’m introducing a brand-new four-part series breaking down my version of Homemaking 101, 201, 301, and 401—from beginner to expert homemaker.

We all start somewhere, and too often homemaking content skips straight to the advanced level. This series is about honoring where you are, understanding the skills that truly matter, and building a solid foundation you can return to whenever life feels off the rails.

Today’s episode focuses on Homemaking 101: the basics—because without a strong foundation, nothing else holds.