Jami Balmet

Finding Joy in Your Home

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The Finding Joy in Your Home podcast exists to give you the tools, inspiration, and encouragement that you need to craft a Gospel-Centered Home (formerly called the Homemaking Foundations Podcast)! Join Jami, creator behind FindingJoyinYourHome.com, as we explore various aspects of homemaking including biblical womanhood, marriage, healthy living, organizing, cooking, and so much more! If you feel like your home is out of control - or if you ever feel overwhelmed in your role as homemaker - then join Jami each week as she stands firm on God's Word as our path to bringing glory to God and findi...

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Jami Balmet

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Mid Year Reading Update with Jason & Jami – S3, E49 24.06.2024 48:20

In this episode, Jason & Jami share their reading update for the year, what they want to change moving forward, and some recent favorite books. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Books mentioned: Becoming Homeschoolers Irreversible Damage Managers of Their Chores Common Arts Education Bad Therapy The Anxiou...

Jami's moving tips & encouragement for busy seasons – S3, E48 17.06.2024 49:42

In this episode, Jami gives an update on their busy month of moving, gives some moving tips, and encouragement for any busy or overwhelming season. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch the podcast on YouTube if you wa...

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Strategically thinking through technology use in your home with Erin Loechner – S3, E47 09.06.2024 38:23

In this episode, Jami chats with Erin, author of the brand new The Opt-Out Family, all about technology use in the home and the concept of opting out. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch the podcast on YouTube if you...

How to get started homeschooling & encouragement for everyone! with Monica Swanson – S3, E46 02.06.2024 52:36

In this episode, Jami chats with Monica, author of the brand new Becoming Homeschoolers, all about homeschooling various ages and giving encouragement for all. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch the podcast on YouTu...

Prepping food that your family loves with Julie Evink – S3, E45 24.05.2024 34:00

In this episode, Jami chats with Julie, author of Julie's Eats and Treats, all about prepping food ahead of time and making food your entire family will love. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch the podcast on YouTub...

What does it take to move into an RV as a family? Part 2 – S3, E44 19.05.2024 49:26

In this episode, Jami discusses the practical parts of RV living! Listen in. Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch the podcast on YouTube if you want! Finding Joy in Your Home on YouTube Check out our amazing new app at https://j...

How anyone can start homesteading to lead a more simple, natural life with Jocelyn Jennings – S3, E43 11.05.2024 31:36

In this episode, Jami interviews Jocelyn Jennings of The Farm Family Table all about homesteading. They chat about how starting to homestead can lead to a more simple, natural life! Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watc...

What does it take to move into an RV as a family? Part 1 – S3, E42 06.05.2024 52:03

Jami, Jason, and their crew are headed back to RV life after living in a house for 2 years. As they prepare for this next adventure, Jami shares the pros, cons, and what it takes to live in an RV as a family of (almost) 10. This episode is for anyone interested RV life or just generally curious about it all! Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to...

Ideas to keep kids occupied without screens – S3, E41 29.04.2024 37:13

In this episode, Jami shares her strategy for keeping kids occupied doing more worthwhile things during time off from school, such as summer break or open afternoons. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch the podcast o...

What do you do when your patience is low? – S3, E40 22.04.2024 42:13

In this episode, In this episode, Jami talks about what to do when you lack patience. She gives some practical tips as well as plenty of biblical encouragement. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch the podcast on YouT...

How pressure canning can help with meal planning with Jenny Gomes – S3, E39 15.04.2024 51:25

In this episode, In this episode, Jami interviews Jenny Gomes on how pressure canning can help with busy meal planning. Check it out to learn how to get started! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch the podcast on YouTube if you...

Homeschool Q&A with Jami – S3, E38 08.04.2024 1:01:10

In this episode, Jami shares a bunch of questions she got asked about homeschooling. She chats about juggling individual subjects, housework and cooking, keeping littles busy, and more! Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com...

Our Curriculum Picks for Next Year – S3, E37 01.04.2024 53:52

In this episode, Jami takes a look at what curriculum she used for homeschool this year and shares what she is planning to use this next year! Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch the podcast on YouTube if you want! F...

Evaluating Curriculum Choices for Next Year – How to Brainstorm! – S3, E36 25.03.2024 46:01

It's that time of year again! It's time to start thinking through next year's homeschool curriculum. In this episode, Jami walks you through her 6 step process for evaluating curriculum needs, dissecting the current year, and planning ahead for next year! Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private...

Our Family's Plans for 2024 and our NEW secret project! – S3, E35 18.03.2024 1:06:08

Phew! 2024 has majorly changed in just about every area that we were not expecting even come January. We are having a baby this year (we found out on New Year's Day we were expecting), we are now moving and we are relaunching the biggest project we've ever done that is changing our business in big ways. We've got so many things going on and I'm getting bombarded with questions daily, so I thought...

Moving Forward When You Feel Burned Out – S3, E34 11.03.2024 43:42

In this episode, Jami gets real and shares her method for moving forward even when stuck in a time when you feel burned out. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch the podcast on YouTube if you want! Finding Joy in Your...

Your First Step in Cutting the Grocery Budget – S3, E33 02.03.2024 57:24

In this episode, Jami talks about your best first step to cut your grocery budget. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch the podcast on YouTube if you want! Finding Joy in Your Home on YouTube We are undergoing a huge...

Pelvic Floor Myths: Kegels + Other Outdated Practices (and what to do instead) – S3, E32 26.02.2024 46:07

In this episode, Jami chats with Jenn Lormand of Tighten Your Tinkler all about pelvic floor issues and how to correct them. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch the podcast on YouTube if you want! Finding Joy in Your...

Freezer Cooking Tips with Jami – S3, E31 19.02.2024 35:50

In this episode, Jami some of her best tips on the topic of freezer cooking. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch the podcast on YouTube if you want! Finding Joy in Your Home on YouTube We are undergoing a huge websit...

Taking many projects and creating a to-do list (AKA Managing the chaos) – S3, E30 12.02.2024 1:00:32

In this episode, Jami talks about how she (attempts) to manage the chaos in her life. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch the podcast on YouTube if you want! Finding Joy in Your Home on YouTube We are undergoing a hu...

Building a Grocery Store in Your Basement – S3, E29 05.02.2024 43:08

In this episode, Jami chats with Jamerrill Stewart about gardening, homesteading, and more. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch the podcast on YouTube if you want! Finding Joy in Your Home on YouTube We are undergoin...

In a fast food world, why choose slow food? – S3, E28 29.01.2024 51:15

In this episode, Jami talks about slow food in a fast food world. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch the podcast on YouTube if you want! Finding Joy in Your Home on YouTube We are undergoing a huge website redesign....

You don't need to be boujee to be a good mom – S3, E27 22.01.2024 53:07

In this episode, Jami shares encouragement for the mom who feels trapped by all the expensive things. We also chat about aging with grace and body changes from having babies. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch the p...

Good Routines and Getting Everything Done – S3, E26 15.01.2024 41:14

In this episode, Jami shares her average daily routines, battling morning sickness, and how to get everything done. Listen in! Listen to the Podcast: Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources: Join our private community to chat about this podcast episode: FindingJoyCommunity.com Watch the podcast on YouTube if you want! Finding Joy in Your Home on...