Raising kids can be overwhelming, exhausting, and really isolating. But what if it didn’t have to be that way?

In this episode, I’m sharing what it’s actually like to raise kids in anecovillage, and why I believe it’s one of the best-kept secrets of modern parenting. When people sayit takes a village, I get to say,yeah, I actually have one.

Here’s what I’ve found after years of raising my kids in community:

✨ No more scheduling playdates—kids just run outside and find friends

✨ A built-in social life for me (without the effort of planning every interaction)

✨ Community meals that mean fewer nights cooking and cleaning alone

✨ My kids growing up surrounded by nature, adventure, and people of all ages

✨ The deep relief of knowing I’m not doing this all by myself and I’m raising my kids aligned with my values

Motherhood isn’t meant to be this isolated. And while community living isn’t perfect, I can’t imagine raising my kids any other way. If you’ve ever wondered whether a different way of parentingmight be possible, have a listen as I share what I’ve learned.

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