Should women in Congress who have newborns be home nursing them? Absolutely. The early months of a baby’s life are critical for bonding, nourishment, and stability, and a mother’s presence during that time is invaluable. But should those same women be able to cast their votes remotely while they nurse at home? That’s a question […]
From Overtime to Overhauling Our Budget: Our New Frugal Life
My husband usually works 16-hour shifts, with guaranteed overtime every week. We both loved it—the overtime brought in an extra $1,000 each month, and he’d get five days off in a row, twice a month. But now that we have kids—two boys under three—it’s gotten a lot harder. Bedtime when it’s just me? A total […]
Learning to Love: The Titus 2 Kind of Love
Motherhood and marriage are full of beautiful, sacred moments—but they can also bring exhaustion, self-doubt, and questions we didn’t expect. One verse in Titus used to confuse me, until life gave me the very lesson it was trying to teach. “These older women must train the younger women to love their husbands and their children, […]
Why Are Tradwives Romanticizing Hardships?
Years ago I had this idea that I was going to stick some seeds in the ground and feed my family for a whole season. I was going to learn how to can and dehydrate my produce. I romanticized being self-sufficient. I wasn’t in the wrong exactly, I had the right intentions, but I had […]
Home Remedies and Natural Cures Used before the 1900s
The 19th century was a time of significant medical advancements, but many people still relied on home remedies and natural cures, often passed down through generations. People relied on herbs, plants, and simple, natural ingredients to treat ailments due to limited access to professional medical care, especially in rural areas. Here are some common examples: […]
Common Household Cleaners Women Used Before The 1900s
In the 1800s, household cleaning wasn’t the streamlined affair we know today. Without the modern conveniences of spray bottles and all-purpose cleaners, people relied on natural substances and elbow-grease methods to keep their homes clean. Many of these cleaning practices were passed down through generations, relying on ingredients that were simple, sustainable, and derived from […]
Laundry Day Before the 1900s + Recipes Used
Laundry day in the pre-1900s was a world apart from our modern conveniences. Without electric washing machines or detergent pods, families relied on manual labor, homemade soaps, and a few traditional techniques to keep their clothes clean. This task was exhausting and time-consuming. Here’s what laundry day looked like before the turn of the century: […]
30 Quotes to Inspire Homemakers to Create a Warm and Welcoming Home
Homemaking is more than cleaning, cooking, and organizing; it’s about creating a sanctuary, a place filled with warmth, love, and comfort for everyone who walks through the door. Whether you’re a homemaker by heart or learning how to make your house a home, there’s inspiration all around us in this gentle art. Below are 30 […]
Timeless Homemaking Quotes from Before the 1900s
In an age where home decor trends come and go, it’s healthy to look back at the wisdom of homemakers from before the 1900s. Long before Instagrammable kitchens homemakers were already mastering the art of creating warm, organized, and loving spaces for their families. Here are ten quotes from the 19th century and earlier that […]