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As always, summer flew by and it’s already time to head back to school. As much as I want to be a year-round schooling family, our rhythms just don’t stick throughout the precious summer months here in Michigan. By August, we’re all feeling ready for a routine and to get back to the books! This […]
As always, summer flew by and it’s already time to head back to school. As much as I want to be a year-round schooling family, our rhythms just don’t stick throughout the precious summer months here in Michigan. By August, we’re all feeling ready for a routine and to get back to the books! This […]
There’s nothing like summer! Here in Michigan, these are the months we look forward to and this year feels extra special as we get ready to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. Around here, we’re weaving in more American stories, learning about the Revolutionary War in our homeschool, pulling out the red, white and blue, and bringing […]
My fellow elder millennials will appreciate my annual screen-free summer round-up! Preserving the analog life and simple days before the Internet changed everything is something I write about in my book Mama Bear Survival. And for the younger moms who never had the chance to experience the beauty of an internet-free summer, let me paint […]
In Mama Bear Survival, I share a growing love for returning to traditional skills… working with your hands, choosing things that are made well, and creating a home that feels thoughtful and lived in. I was recently asked to share some of my favorite Mother’s Day gift ideas on FOX 17, so I highlighted all […]
Spring always feels like a reset… the days get longer, everything starts coming back to life, and there’s this natural invitation to slow down and be a little more intentional. I recently had the chance to share some of our favorite spring rhythms and a few of the products we use and love on FOX […]
One of the easiest ways to boost your family’s preparedness is to build a simple everyday field kit—a small bag stocked with the essentials you need for emergencies, unexpected situations, or everyday life. Keep it on you or in your car, and you’ll always have a baseline supply to handle whatever comes your way. I […]
This week I visited FOX 17 to share some great low-tech gift options for kids, including Tin Can phone, Faith Friends 18-inch dolls, Yoto Player, Big Sky Life Books, DSG Outerwear, and Domino and Juliette. I also recorded a segment on the best prepared stocking stuffers and how to make a “Mama Bear Field Kit” […]
This is the second episode in a special series with Renée Thornton, founder of Women Hunt. If you missed the first episode, listen to the first part over at episode 17 for a full introduction to Women Hunt. Today we continue the conversation with Renée Thornton, founder of the Women Hunt™ program, joined by two […]
Hey there, Mama Bear! This special episode is packed with exciting updates! My book Mama Bear Survival: Raising Strong Families in an Uncertain World is officially LIVE and shipping now—just in time for Mother’s Day! I’m celebrating with a massive giveaway valued at over $2,000, featuring some of my favorite brands and partners that support moms, […]
Welcome back, Mama Bears! In this episode, I sit down with Amber Elle—a dedicated homesteader, homeschooling mom, preparedness coach, and content creator. Amber embodies self-reliance and resilience in motherhood, and today she’s sharing practical advice to help you build a safer, more prepared home for your family. Amber’s wisdom is the perfect guide for any […]
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