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Baby Essentials: What We Couldn’t Live Without and What We Could
So you want to get all of your baby things together in advance of your sweet little one arriving? Or perhaps you’re a month into the whole baby thing (God’s peace and blessings to you) and you’re trying to find baby items that might make it all a bit easier for you....
Catholic Baby Shower Gifts
I attended a lovely baby shower for a Catholic mom friend of mine today and was inspired by all of the lovely Catholic gifts given to write a roundup post! Here are quite a few of my best Catholic baby shower gift ideas. #1 Catholic Baby Shower Gift: Chews Life...
9 Catholic Podcast Gems: A Must-Listen Collection for Catholic Women
Here's my personal treasure trove of enlightening and inspiring Catholic podcasts specifically curated for Catholic women. Whether you're seeking spiritual guidance, marriage and family insights, or thought-provoking conversations, I'm positive this roundup of top...
holy homes &joyful lives
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I help Catholic mothers nurture their children’s faith, wonder, and love of learning through music, stories, and homeschooling inspiration.
Homeschool & Catholic Family Life
Our grandparents' generation and the saints weren't perfect all the time, but they did have a better grasp on reality than most of us here in the 21st century.
In the World...Not of It
The Saints and Church Fathers knew what was up. Here I talk about my conversion to Catholicism, Sacred Scripture musings, and issues in our culture (beware...controversy!)
Motherhood & Babies
Sharing everything that's worked for us (and everything that hasn't!) Here you'll find practical tips, heart encouragement, and some just plain funny stories.
You Don’t Need To Go To College (This Could Save You Thousands of dollars)
How Dare you Underestimate the Importance of a Classical Education? Okay, boomer (it's a joke!)...
She Was Born Three Weeks Early! My Bradley Birth Story (Pitocin, Preeclampsia, and Birth Plans Awry)
Saying the birth of Abigail didn’t go according to my perfectly laid birth plan would be quite an...
When to Pray The Angelus: How, When, & who Should Pray This Powerful (yet Simple) Prayer
Praying the Angelus is an excellent devotion for those of us (like me) who need to focus on taking...
The BEST Examination of Conscience Every Catholic Should Be Using
I’ve suffered from scrupulosity for as long as I’ve known about the Sacrament of Penance and...
Catholic Baby Boy Gifts
If you're looking for some sweet Catholic gifts for a baby boy, you're in the right place! I did...
Catholic Baby Girl Gifts
If you're searching for some fantastic Catholic gifts for a baby girl, you're in the right place!...
Catholics Should Absolutely be Bowing At The Name Of Jesus!
One big difference protestants notice at the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass is all the bowing and...
What Is Genuflecting And Why Do More Catholics Need to Genuflect?
The mystery of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass is a beautiful thing that transcends our human...
10 Crucial Catholic Questions You Must Ask Before Marriage–Part 2
In the first important questions to ask before marriage post, I shared 5 questions to ask your...
13 Things to do As Soon As You Find Out You’re Pregnant
You’re pregnant . . . congratulations! Whether this baby was meticulously planned for or a total...