Hey friends, Being a mom is amazing. It's honestly the most rewarding thing I've ever done...and also the most challenging. If you find yourself at a point in life where self-care is nonexistent, you're feeling more irritable than you would like, and the joy of motherhood seems to be gone, then I want you to stop what you're doing now and listen as my guest, Katie Keene, shares QUICK and simple ways you can begin to take care of yourself again.  We aren't talking hour-long hot baths and spa...

Hey Mamas, Maybe you're just getting started on this journey of creating a healthier lifestyle for your family and you want to find healthier options for your personal care and cleaning products, but the LONG list of ingredients is SO overwhelming to you. You may feel like you don't know where to start so instead you give up and use the same (toxic) products....and then you feel guilty that you can't seem to get this figured out...what a vicious cycle.  Doesn't this sound ALL too familiar?...

Hey Mamas,  Are you looking to grow some nutritious food for your family?   Sweet potatoes are a favorite in my house and I love growing them in my backyard garden, but purchasing sweet potato slips from the store can get EXPENSIVE.   One thing I have realized over my years of gardening is how EASY it is to start your own sweet potato slips and how much money it can save...win/win!!!   Join me today on the podcast and I will share with you how you can do it too!   Ashley  Free...

Hey Mamas, If you're looking to cook from home more, but you aren't sure where to start when it comes stocking your pantry, then today's episode is for you! Join me as I share what I keep in my pantry during the spring/summer to successfully cook quick and healthy meals for my family!  Ashley 

Hey Mamas, If you've been wanting to cook healthy meals for your family, but you're tired of creating a weekly meal plan that you didn't stick to...again....then this episode is for YOU!  I want to share with you how I create healthy meals at home for my family, without feeling stressed out or overwhelmed with how to keep up with the task of cooking daily.   Ashley 

Hey Mamas, If you have a child with food aversions, I KNOW trying to feed them a balanced diet can be so stressful. I have been there, friend.   I know what it's like to stress over whether or not your child is going enough nutrients in their diet, planning out ways to encourage them to eat new foods...only to have the plan fail. And that's why I want to share this amazing tip with you that I stumbled upon by accident when it comes to growing a garden and encouraging our kids to try more...

Hey, friends! Have you noticed your child struggles to focus? Does it feel like they constantly need to be moving and at times that can interfere with daily activities? I want to share 4 tips with you that I have found to be helpful in working WITH my children and the way their brains operate so that all of their needs are being met and they are able to focus more. Whether your child has been diagnosed with ADHD or not, these tips are going to offer you some ideas that you can start working...

Hey friends, If you have a child with SPD, you know the struggles that can come around mealtimes. It can be hard to find ways to encourage your children to try new foods without creating battles around the dinner table. I have found one EASY tip that has been helping my children to try more vegetables without any stress or pressure from me and I can't wait to share it with you today!  Do you have a favorite tip for encouraging your children to try new foods? Ashley 

Hey friends, I know as a Mom who has children with disabilities it can be hard at times to feel connected and involved with others. If you've been longing for a community to support you on the parenting journey, but you haven't been sure HOW to find them, then this podcast episode is for you! I am going to share with you why I think homesteading is a great avenue to building community and also shares some simple ideas on how you can start connecting with others in the homesteading...

Hey friends,  If you're just getting started with your garden, you may think it is too early to begin planting, but there is likely plenty of things you can plant in March!  If you aren't sure where to get started, join me on the podcast where I will share what I am planting this month in my own garden. You will leave this episode feeling inspired to start planting!  Ashley 

Hey friends, As a neurodiverse family, we can often face criticism from others because our life may look different from those around us. Not only can this add additional stress to our already stressful life, but it can also be really emotionally draining.  Today on the podcast I want to share with you 5 questions I ask myself when dealing with criticism from others to process the criticism and move forward in a constructive way. How do you handle criticism from others when it comes to your...

Hey friends, Let's chat today about a quick and effective method for starting an in-ground garden bed! If you have poor quality soil or limited space, this will still work for you!  Ashley 

Hey friends, Spring is almost here! Are you still trying to figure out what the best option will be for growing your garden this year? It can be overwhelming to decide between a container garden, raised bed gardens, or in-ground gardens, right? Today I want to share with you 6 reasons why you will love starting a raised bed garden. We will also talk the details of getting started...like what kind of wood to use and what do you even fill it with? Plus, I will share with you how we started our...

Hey friends,  Have you been wanting to learn more about medicinal herbs? Maybe you're wanting some natural and ready-made options for your family that can help when you're struggling with anxiety, cold, flu, or even digestive issues.  Today I want to share with you 3 of the amazing medicinal herbs that I grow in my backyard. Not only are these herbs easy to grow, but they also can save you a lot of money when you choose to grow your own vs. buying dried herbs elsewhere. If you're wanting to...

Hey friends, Maybe you've decided that you definitely want to start a container garden this year, but you aren't sure what you can plant in your containers? I got you! Join me on the podcast today where I will share what supplies you need to get your container garden started and some of my favorite plants that I LOVE growing in containers.  Ashley 

Hey friends,  Have you been wondering if starting a container garden would be a good fit for you? Join me on the podcast today where we will talk about the benefits of growing produce in containers.  Ashley   

Hey Mamas, I know like me, so many of you spend SO much time caring for your family. If you have a child with a disability, you might spend endless hours caring for them, researching how to help them...all the things. And while it is SO worth it, we do have to take a look at what impact this could be having on our own health.  Today I want to share with you my journey to burnout and how I am making my own health a priority this year.  Ashley 

Hey friends, Today I want to share with you 7 of my favorite books to keep as a resource guide when it comes to all things gardening, homesteading, and holistic living.  Ashley 

Hey friends, If you or someone in your house struggles to either fall asleep or stay asleep at night, you know how terrible sleep deprivation can be and how desperate we get for some sleep! From feeling irritable, emotional, getting sick more frequently, an increase in brain fog, and so much more....not getting enough sleep is HARD on our bodies.  I have been there, friend. I want to share with you 7 natural solutions I have used for our family to help promote good quality sleep for...

Hey, friends!  If remember when I started my first garden... I was so excited and dove right in to all.the.things. In some ways, I got ahead of myself and ended up wishing I had slowed down and planned things out a little better beforehand! Today I want to help you learn from my mistakes by sharing with you 3 questions you should ask yourself before starting your garden this spring!  Ashley   

Hey friends,  Do you or someone in your family struggle with chronic headaches? Maybe you've been trying to find ways to get relief that don't require over-the-counter medications, but you have no clue where to start? I want to share with you 5 of my tried-and-true natural remedies that I use to support my body when I am battling a headache.  Ashley  Magnesium Cream Lymphatic Cream  

Hey friends,  I hope you have been enjoying our spring garden planning series. Today I want to talk with you about steps you can take now for garden success, even though this is the quiet season where we are waiting to start seeds and prep our garden space. It's likely you can't work outside right now, but there is still SO much you can do to create a thriving garden this year!  Ashley  Freeze Fresh Book

Hey Mamas,  Have you been wanting to switch to living a healthier lifestyle, but switching out all the foods and products in your home just feels too expensive? I have been there before! Today I'm going to share with you 3 different ways you and your family can live a more holistic lifestyle without breaking the budget!  Ashley 

Hey friends,  Have you been wanting to start a spring garden to begin offering your family healthier foods? I know gardening can feel overwhelming when you're just getting started, so join me for Step 2 in our series on planning your spring garden in 30 minutes or less a week. As busy moms caring for our children, keeping things simple is always a goal and I want to help you create a plan to do just that!  Ashley  Azure Standard Botanical Interests MIgardener Baker Creek Facebook...