The Busy Farm Mom

Amanda hosts Jena Ochsner, a Nebraska farm mom, former labor and delivery nurse, and direct-to-consumer beef business owner, to discuss artificial food dyes and why their family avoids them. Jena shares her health journey through functional medicine and explains how her oldest son developed sudden anxiety, tics, sleep issues, urinary frequency, and behavior changes that were later linked to chroni...

Amanda interviews Kylie Epperson, a farm wife and mom of three in rural northeast Missouri, about balancing family life with entrepreneurship and giving yourself permission to pivot. Kylie shares her path from earning teaching degrees and teaching for one year to returning to the farm for bookwork, then facing burnout and postpartum depression in 2020 that led her to seek help through medication a...

Amanda shares her favorite on-the-go baby products from a third-time-mom perspective, noting that she uses fewer stationary baby items now and focuses more on convenience for busy schedules with older kids' activities. Her top recommendations include a USB-charged Momcozy bottle warmer for quickly heating water, formula, or breast milk; rechargeable stroller fans that also help in car seats during...

Amanda interviews Jessica Christian ("Foot Zoning with Jess"), a mom of three who works full-time in workers' comp/legal and has been sober for 11 years, about foot zoning and how she got into it after seeking natural ways to support her body. Jessica explains that foot zoning uses only the practitioner's hands in a specific pattern on the entire foot (top, sides, and bottom) to "rebalance," "deto...

Amanda interviews Katie Hammock, an ER nurse and dairy farmer's wife, about farm safety and being prepared for emergencies in rural areas where EMS may take 15–20 minutes to arrive. Katie shares why she created a practical farm emergency kit after not finding an affordable, useful option for their new milking parlor, and explains that severe bleeding can be fatal in under five minutes—having tourn...

Amanda records in person with Jordan Classen, a local mom who, with her husband, runs a cow-calf-to-finish and direct-to-consumer beef business while raising two young kids. They talk about the realities of young motherhood alongside farm and off-farm work: feeling like kids get the "leftovers," the pressure of school/daycare schedules, and trying to stay present in a fast-moving season. Jordan sh...

In this episode, we explore the multifaceted world of farm financing and land appraising with Emily Oberbroeckling. We discuss how 2383 Farms offers premium beef and a unique cookbook, the process of buying farmland amidst rising costs, and the financial intricacies involved. Emily shares her extensive experience in farm appraising, from her start in banking to her current role at People's Company...

In this episode of the Crunchy Farm Mom Podcast, Amanda interviews Kayla, a myofunctional therapist from Prairieland Myo. Kayla shares her personal journey from dental hygienist to myofunctional therapy expert, focusing on the issues related to mouth breathing, tongue ties, and their impact on overall health, sleep quality, and oral function. They discuss the importance of proper breathing, how or...

In this episode, Amanda shares her personal experiences with her children's tongue ties and mouth breathing issues, detailing the challenges and solutions she discovered. She discusses how myofunctional therapy and other holistic approaches like laser treatments, chiropractic care, and healthy start dental programs significantly improved her children's health and well-being. Amanda also provides p...

In this episode of the Crunchy Farm Mom Podcast, Amanda talks with Natalie Kerfoot, a school counselor from North Central Montana, about the challenges and joys of raising older children. Natalie shares her experiences of motherhood, discussing the transition from being parents to young children to parenting adult children. The conversation covers topics such as emotional support, the impact of fa...

In this episode of the Crunchy Farm Mom Podcast, Amanda shares her experiences and tips on introducing baby food to her children. She discusses her approach to using purees versus baby-led weaning for the sake of sanity and safety. Amanda outlines her process for preparing and storing home-made baby food, emphasizing the use of whole foods and the importance of nutrition. She also touches on broad...

In this episode of the Crunchy Farm Mom Podcast, host Amanda discusses feeding challenges with guest Cierra Crowley, a board-certified pediatric nurse practitioner and founder of Bite Sized Wellness. Cierra shares her journey in pediatric nutrition and wellness and offers valuable tips for feeding picky eaters, addressing nutrition for babies and toddlers, and empowering moms to provide diverse an...

In this episode of the Crunchy Farm Mom Podcast, host Amanda shares practical tips and home remedies for maintaining family health during the holiday season. She begins by reflecting on a recent event in Nebraska and moves on to explain three natural remedies that can be made from kitchen staples: a garlic salve, potatoes, and onions. Amanda provides detailed instructions for preparing and using t...

  In this episode of the Crunchy Farm Mom Podcast, host Amanda interviews Val Lavigne, a dairy farmer from Eastern Upstate New York and host of the Pull Up A Bale Podcast. Val shares her personal journey in agriculture, from her family's first-generation dairy farm to her current role managing the herd and homeschooling her children. She discusses the intricacies of dairy farming, including the nu...

In this episode of The Crunchy Farm Mom Podcast, Amanda shares her personal health journey starting from Thanksgiving 2022 through the present. She details her experience with weight management, blood sugar control, and the challenges of staying healthy while managing family life. Amanda emphasizes the importance of holistic health approaches, including functional medicine, balanced nutrition, and...

From discussing invaluable newborn baby items to sharing tried and true Christmas gift ideas for kids, Amanda from the Crunchy Farm Mom Podcast provides a comprehensive guide for moms. Key recommendations include a must-have bottle washer and portable bassinet for infants, unique gift ideas like Tony boxes and karaoke machines, and popular outdoor toys like John Deere Gators and Razor motorcycles....

Amanda, host of the Crunchy Farm Mom Podcast, discusses the challenges and joys of motherhood and farm life. She emphasizes the importance of community among mothers, holistic wellness, and living a 'crunchy' lifestyle. Amanda shares her personal experiences, from motherhood to working on the family farm, and speaks about the changes in her podcast direction and family life. She invites listeners...

Amanda, the host of The Crunchy Farm Mom Podcast, offers valuable tips on how to support children's health using natural remedies and practical approaches. She details her family's tried-and-true strategies, including using grape juice, Mary Ruth's vitamins, Juice Plus gummies, and various herbal drops and essential oils. Amanda emphasizes the importance of preventive measures and consistent routi...

In this episode, Amanda and Kennedy Youngren, a registered dietitian, discuss various aspects of nutrition and wellness. Kennedy shares insights about her Transformation Team, a group aimed at improving women's health through education on nutrition, sunlight, and movement. They emphasize the importance of mothers prioritizing their own health to better care for their families. Kennedy offers pract...

It's been a little while, but today's episode is going to be a solo episode, because I want to give you a bit of a life update! I'm actually going to be taking a break from the podcast (for now), and really focusing on spending quality time with my kids and family. I've also had quite the health journey over the last year and a half, and I've felt called to share what that has looked like.  Taking...

Today's episode features Aly Robins, a business and marketing coach for agriculture and rural businesses, as well as the CEO of Snowy Mountain Marketing, a website development company. Aly loves helping her clients establish a solid foundation so they can grow their businesses, and make a life-changing income that truly supports them and their families. We're talking about growing your business &...

Today's episode features Megan Pippitt, a fellow farm wife and mom in Nebraska, lover of a lox-tox lifestyle, and (more recently), a sourdough enthusiast. Megan Pippitt is a working farm mom attempting to find a little balance. She does her best to manage her time efficiently so she can maximize time with her family. Megan has really enjoyed building a community with other farm/rural wives and mom...

Today's episode features Zoe Kaiser, row-crop farmer, rancher, farmer's wife, farmer's daughter, and Crop Insurance agent. Zoe lives in western Kansas with her husband; they're both 5th generation farmers, and between the two of them, they have a lot of irons in the fire! We're explaining crop insurance in this episode - specifically from an agent's perspective, because this is the world that Zoe...

Today's episode is featuring Erin Fischer, a wife, mom, and small business owner residing in a tiny town in Oklahoma. I recently connected with Erin on social media, and I instantly fell in love with not only her enjoyable sense of humor, but her message surrounding homesteading, and why it's something that is totally attainable for everyone. While Erin is a born and raised city girl, she always e...

Today's episode is featuring Hannah Guenther, a wife, mom, and Food, Nutrition, and Health Extension Educator. Hannah also resides in Nebraska (not too far from me), and I thought she would be the perfect person to bring on, and share more about the incredible food source that is beef. Hannah's true passion lies in food and being in the kitchen; she loves the variety of work she gets to do in her...