Baby Steps Homemakers

When it comes to raising daughters, we are really trying to raise our ideal selves but there’s a problem… we’re not perfect. So how exactly do we accomplish that when we’re well…a continual work in progress per se? In this episode Mandy & Evita discuss the self reflection this endeavor requires, the types of women who don’t fail, the feminine virtues we inherently have (and lack, let’s be honest)...

As homemakers we have the opportunity to shape our children into the adults we want them to become. As GK Chesterton said, we as mothers have the power to make or break society byway of how we raise our sons. So how exactly should we approach this great responsibility? How do we raise masculine boys to become virtuous and God fearing men, husbands and fathers? In todays episode Mandy & Evita discu...

Suffering can be a major stumbling block when it comes to faith. Often it is asked that if God were so loving and merciful, why does it even exist? Seeing pain and suffering in this light is opposite of what God intends. In this week’s episode Mandy & Evita discuss the two ways to approach pain & suffering. Rebellion and resignation are the two main avenues and Mandy & Evita guide you...

As Christian mothers we are constantly trying our best to nourish, protect and teach our children, but if they were asked, would they say the SPIRIT of Christ lives in your home? Although that seems like a tall order, it is one that is absolutely ACHIEVABLE! Through our tone, practices and physical spaces we can ensure that our efforts are FRUITFUL and we are here to help walk you through it all!...

It’s 2024 and we are back! Our first episode of the year and it is a game changer friends. As wives, mothers and homemakers we often occupy our minds with ideas, events, projects or questions that we just feel the need to answer. As Aristotle states “our nature is to know.” Whether it be seasonally driven or just our human nature, CURIOSITY can lead us to places that may not be serving our family...

There’s nothing wrong with Takis and Shark Tank on a regular night, or simultaneously bingeing on summer sausage and HGTV home reno shows, but there is a PROPER way to show yourself some love. Self-care culture has overtaken the media and what is emphasized is purely for satisfaction, but what is the actual purpose of self-care? Our desire to love ourselves must be nourished and aligned according...

Thanksgiving is just around the corner! Soon we will see "give thanks" written on cute, little napkins and dish cloths, #blessed as a caption for perfectly posed pictures on social media, and "I am thankful for" worksheets our kids might bring home. But, do we really know what the virtue of gratitude look like? Do we live it out every day? Mandy goes through practical ways (as...

You know exactly what we mean when we say that postpartum isn’t exactly the BLISS you anticipated for 9 months. In fact for 85% of women it is quite the OPPOSITE. In todays episode, Evita and Mandy discuss their personal experiences of postpartum blues and postpartum depression and how to know when things are more than just blues. This period of adjustment is a roller coaster of emotions and flat...

Motivation is not really the problem you are having to get ALL the things done, TASK INITIATION is. My mind was blown when I first came across this because often times we think we LACK MOTIVATION when in reality we lack the SKILL required to get things done. In this short bonus episode Evita discusses 4 PRACTICAL strategies you can do to flex the task initiation muscle and get things done today! I...

C.S. Lewis has famously stated that friends are " unnecessary " and Greek Giant Aristotle says friends are "indispensable" and "a pinnacle of human achievement ." How do these two make sense together and why should you as a homemaker care? Our roles as homemakers can often seem lonely, and our tasks go unseen, yet when we find a friend who stands with us "side by...

Join Mandy for this Bonus Baby Step where she covers the ins and outs of canning. If you've ever felt that you wanted to try canning, but it seemed like a daunting task, this episode is for you! Mandy offers 4 major tips to try your hand at canning food. Your inner Betty Crocker will be delighted to know, it's not as difficult or time consuming as you may have thought!

You thought PEER PRESSURE was a cringe-y, distant thing of the past but it is NOT; in fact, we face it everyday when it comes to parenting. We find ourselves acquiescing to societal norms, all to then feel guilty for going against our moral gut. But take heart friends, we are here to help. Mandy takes the wheel and leads this discussion on peer pressure parenting based upon psychologist Ray Gueren...

And just like that, summer break is over friends but fear not, we have got your back! These 5 fact based routines are just what you NEED to have a successful school year, structure for your kids emotional and mental benefit and peace in your home. Consider the pre-8am chaos a thing of the past! Follow these steps and get your school year off to a wonderfully prepared start!

Often times we think pouring into our children and serving them is our first priority, but should it be? Can our approach be doing DAMAGE to them in the long run? In this episode we cover who the real priority is and hint hint, he happens to be the other adult in the house! Putting your husband first is not for the faint hearted but by harnessing our feminine genius and putting our strengths into...

We all know our husband's true potential, but does he see it? How can he become his best self? In this episode we go over 2 of the 3 "essential elements" that author J.R. Miller (circa 1800s) says are required to meet the wifely demands. By meeting and excelling at these elements, we can harness the "power" and "influence" we have over our beloveds when we success...

Do you identify more with Mary or Martha? What are the best methods and times to be productive? And do you even know how to relax?! Join our conversation as we discuss how to optimize efficiency as homemakers, multitasking (which, spoiler alert, really isn’t a thing unless you’re a unicorn), and the importance of LEISURE, and no we don’t mean bingeing on Netflix. Don’t be part of the “cult of tota...

In this episode Evita's husband gives his 2 cents on communication and selflessness. Evita talks about who she was prior to marriage and how to properly practice vulnerability. Mandy goes over renowned clinical psychologist Ray Guarendi's 10 small steps on how to improve your marriage and reap BIG rewards and they are so easy you guys! Also some fun facts on why you may be ADDICTED to being mean,...

In this two part series, Mandy and Evita discuss their marriages, the definition of marriage as a sacrament, the theoretical ideals, and lastly practical & realistic applications you can implement immediately! In this episode we discuss our first two topics; marriage defined and the steps necessary to be successful. Also discussed is the perspective you need for your marriage to thrive, the purpos...

In 'Part 2' of the simplicity and decluttering episode, Mandy and Evita discuss some of the ways they apply the principles discussed in the previous episode. Toy sorting, decluttering and even selection processes, how to minimize the amount of clothes that pile up everywhere, and a few more simple yet helpful tools. Also in this episode we fastforward 30 years and see what Mandy's mom clues us in...

Did you know you’re 77% more likely to be overweight if your home is cluttered OR that your brain simply cannot activate the areas required to focus if you’re overwhelmed with ‘things’? Maybe you want a tidy home but don’t know where or how to start? In part one of this episode, Mandy and Evita discuss many of the mental and physical health benefits that come with decluttering and they are LIFE CH...

Spring is here and the ladies are back! In today’s episode Mandy and Evita discuss 5 QUICK & BUDGET FRIENDLY ways to give your home the spruce it needs this Spring. But how do you answer the call to change while staying true to the budget and to yourself? You will find the answer here! Join the conversation for some tips on discovering your style, what items to paint, how to select wall decor and...

Podcast Update! We will now be releasing episodes on Monday morning so stay tuned for some Monday motivation homemakers! In today's episode Mandy and Evita discuss three practical ways that can help you get out of a rut. Let's be honest, it happens to all of us and to some of us more often than not. You are absolutely not alone when you're feeling overwhelmed, low energy, or just like you don't ha...

In this episode, Evita and Mandy discuss their Budget Challenge and what benefits they got out of it. Listen to hear their common pitfalls, temptations, impulses, and bad habits and how to avoid them!  Click here to access the Budget Challenge ! Evita's Starbucks Copycat Sweet Cream Recipe: 1 Cup Heavy Cream 3 TBS of Sugar 1/2 tsp of Vanilla Extract Beat together for 2-3 min. and serve mixed...

In today's episode Evita and Mandy discuss their weaknesses, strengths, ideal mindsets, the importance of tenderness, and practical tips on how to make their days more peaceful, basically EVERYTHING! Arguably one of the most impactful episodes; if you feel like you are stuck in a rut, cannot seem to get your life in order and feel frustrated with yourself, this episode is for you. Email us at baby...

In today’s episode we are discussing 2 things you can do today by 10 am that will seriously change your life! Our 2 by 10 rule will help you master the daily struggles of dinner and laundry. By following this rule you will gain so much time, build momentum and can FINALLY check things off the to do list you created ages ago! Join our conversation to get a glimpse as to how our lives have been COMP...