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Episode 33: “Homemaking Hurdles and How to Overcome Them” Part 2 of 4: Overcoming Mental Hurdles

The Crunchy Catholic Podcast - Faith, Motherhood & Natural Living
Episode 33: “Homemaking Hurdles and How to Overcome Them” Part 2 of 4: Overcoming Mental Hurdles
(This workshop is being released as episodes 32-35)
I am THRILLED to be finally (re)releasing this free workshop on the podcast! I originally ran this workshop on Facebook in the spring of 2023 as a 4 part video series, and now it is being repurposed as easy-to-listen-to podcast episodes.
As a mom of 3 under 5 (at the time of recording this, now I’m expecting our 4th!) I GET IT. I get the struggle of trying to maintain a home while juggling all the things life throws at you when you’re raising multiple littles.
I hope these tips and tricks BLESS YOU! Please remember to click HERE for access to your Free Downloads as a thank you for tuning into this workshop. Please share with a friend and better yet, leave a rating (Spotify) or a review (Apple) on my podcast.
Thank You! Stay tuned for Part 3 tomorrow!
Please see my LINK TREE for other links such as my Facebook Community, Instagram, website, email list, and other recommended products.
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Background music:
Track: Summer Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios Creative Commons
Attribution ND 4.0 https://youtu.be/UpRPzujTa7w

Episode 32: “Homemaking Hurdles and How to Overcome Them” Part 1 of 4: Introduction

The Crunchy Catholic Podcast - Faith, Motherhood & Natural Living
Episode 32: “Homemaking Hurdles and How to Overcome Them” Part 1 of 4: Introduction
(This workshop is being released as episodes 32-35)
I am THRILLED to be finally (re)releasing this free workshop on the podcast! I originally ran this workshop on Facebook in the spring of 2023 as a 4 part video series, and now it is being repurposed as easy-to-listen-to podcast episodes.
As a mom of 3 under 5 (at the time of recording this, now I’m expecting our 4th!) I GET IT. I get the struggle of trying to maintain a home while juggling all the things life throws at you when you’re raising multiple littles.
I hope these tips and tricks BLESS YOU! Please remember to click HERE for access to your Free Downloads as a thank you for tuning into this workshop. Please share with a friend and better yet, leave a rating (Spotify) or a review (Apple) on my podcast.
Thank You! Stay tuned for Part 2 tomorrow!
Please see my LINK TREE for other links such as my Facebook Community, Instagram, website, email list, and other recommended products.
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Background music:
Track: Summer Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios Creative Commons
Attribution ND 4.0 https://youtu.be/UpRPzujTa7w

Episode 31: Why We Chose to Homeschool - Part 2 of 2

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Episode 31: Why We Chose to Homeschool (Part 2)
I ended up having SO much to say on this topic that I decided to split the episode into two parts. This is part 2 of 2. To save you some time in case this episode isn’t for you, I don’t really dive into curriculum or any sort of “How To’s” of homeschooling (maybe another time)
This one really is all about my thought process behind deciding to homeschool and some general observations between the differences of homeschooling versus a traditional school setting. Even if your kids are currently in school or perhaps not old enough for school, it still might have some takeaways for you. If not, no worries – there will be plenty more episodes to come!
I mention in the episode that while we’re not extremely strict on any set curriculum (yet) a couple of resources that I have come to love are:
Arrows and Applesauce: A Christian based homeschool resource – she has fun and bright printables geared toward preschool ages through the first couple of grades. Most of these are intended to print, laminate, and some even utilize the little Velcro dots. We absolutely love them! You can use my (affiliate) link here and use code ROSIE15 to save 15%
If you feel overwhelmed by all their options, there’s a really cute “subscription” for just $7 for a month (or $5 if you subscribe) called “Apple Snacks”
Lastly, while there are SO many amazing homeschooling resources on Instagram, one account I want to shoutout is @raisingwildsaints – she is a Catholic Homeschooling mama with amazing digital resources including guides to homeschooling and different printouts for the liturgical seasons and just overall great inspiration on her account on homeschooling. Affiliate link to shop her products.
Please see my LINK TREE for other links such as my Facebook Community, Instagram, website, email list, and other recommended products.
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Background music:
Track: Summer Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios Creative Commons
Attribution ND 4.0 https://youtu.be/UpRPzujTa7w

Episode 30: Why We Chose to Homeschool – Part 1 of 2

The Crunchy Catholic Podcast - Faith, Motherhood & Natural Living
Episode 30: Why We Chose to Homeschool
I ended up having SO much to say on this topic that I decided to split the episode into two parts. This is part 1 of 2. To save you some time in case this episode isn’t for you, I don’t really dive into curriculum or any sort of “How To’s” of homeschooling (maybe another time)
This one really is all about my thought process behind deciding to homeschool and some general observations between the differences of homeschooling versus a traditional school setting. Even if your kids are currently in school or perhaps not old enough for school, it still might have some takeaways for you. If not, no worries – there will be plenty more episodes to come!
I mention in the episode that while we’re not extremely strict on any set curriculum (yet) a couple of resources that I have come to love are:
Arrows and Applesauce: A Christian based homeschool resource – she has fun and bright printables geared toward preschool ages through the first couple of grades. Most of these are intended to print, laminate, and some even utilize the little Velcro dots. We absolutely love them! You can use my (affiliate) link here and use code ROSIE15 to save 15%
If you feel overwhelmed by all their options, there’s a really cute “subscription” for just $7 for a month (or $5 if you subscribe) called “Apple Snacks”
Lastly, while there are SO many amazing homeschooling resources on Instagram, one account I want to shoutout is @raisingwildsaints – she is a Catholic Homeschooling mama with amazing digital resources including guides to homeschooling and different printouts for the liturgical seasons and just overall great inspiration on her account on homeschooling. Affiliate link to shop her products.
Please see my LINK TREE for other links such as my Facebook Community, Instagram, website, email list, and other recommended products.
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Background music:
Track: Summer Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios Creative Commons
Attribution ND 4.0 https://youtu.be/UpRPzujTa7w

Episode 29: How to Make the Most of Lent as a Busy Catholic Mother

Episode 29: How to Make the Most of Lent as a Busy Catholic Mother
FUN FACT: Ash Wednesday actually fell on Valentine’s Day in 2018 (how do I not remember this?!) and will do so again in 2029, after that it won’t happen for over 100 years in 2170!
The beautiful Seven Last Words as composed by my brother-in-law Gabriel Garcia, as well as sung by him and others: https://youtu.be/8osJXlTzIGc
The 54 Day Rosary Novena Podcast recording: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4DHC1nC1lig4IgL2xisgfG?si=0247ac74b56946a8
The 54 Day Rosary Novena prayer booklet: https://a.co/d/eQCN0Pp
The super cute Etsy shop with Catholic printables for kids, this link is for the Rosary printout but her entire shop is worth checking out and you can use code CRUNCHYCATHOLIC for 15% off any of the printables: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1319712039/rosary-kids-activity-printable-worksheet?ref=desktop_listing_share_button
I am THRILLED to be offering the revised RENEW workbook at an incredibly affordable price: https://www.thecrunchycatholic.com/shop/p/renew 
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Background music:
Track: Summer Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios Creative Commons
Attribution ND 4.0 https://youtu.be/UpRPzujTa7w

Episode 28: Is Crunchy Homemaking a Fad or Were We Made For Such a Time as This?

Episode 28: Is Crunchy Homemaking a Fad or Were We Made For Such a Time as This?
This was a fun one to record! I hope you’ll enjoy and be sure you’re subscribed to my email list so you can stay in the loop with my release of the new & improved Homemaking Hurdles as well as Happy Holy Home: https://www.subscribepage.com/thecrunchycatholic 
Also, I wanted to share the mind blowing home birth statistic that I referenced in the episode:
The average annual increase in homebirths from 1990 to 2019 was 2% annually. In 2019 to 2020 there was a 22% increase in homebirths! In 2020 to 2021 there was another 12% increase! How amazing is this (reference: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/nvsr/nvsr71/nvsr71-08.pdf)
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Track: Summer Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios Creative Commons
Attribution ND 4.0 https://youtu.be/UpRPzujTa7w

Episode 27: Is it Easier to be a Stay at Home Mom or a Working Mom?

Episode 27: Is it Easier to be a Stay at Home Mom or a Working Mom?
Yep, we’re going there! In this episode, I ask the million-dollar question, “Is it easier to be a stay at home mom or a working mom?” SPOILER ALERT, the answer isn’t what you think. Tune in and be sure to join my Facebook group to let the community know what you think!
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Track: Summer Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios Creative Commons
Attribution ND 4.0 https://youtu.be/UpRPzujTa7w
 

Episode 26: Advice for Catholic Mothers from Moms of Big Families

Episode 26: Advice for Catholic Mothers from Moms of Big Families
Ooh this episode was FUN to do!! Thank you to the moms who participated. In this episode, I did a few “interviews” (via Google Forms) to get into the minds of Catholic moms of big families. Their advice is priceless and I can’t wait for you to listen.
One of the moms shared a blog article which I only shared part of; the rest of it can be found here
I mentioned my FREE Workshop, “Homemaking Hurdles and How to Overcome Them” which you can join here
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Track: Summer Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios Creative Commons
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Episode 25: Beginner Tips for Natural Living – Getting Started as a Crunchy Mama

Episode 25: Beginner Tips for Natural Living – Getting Started as a Crunchy Mama
Holy smokes I am STOKED about this episode… I haven’t really talked much about crunchy stuff (YET) here on the podcast. This episode is like an all-encompassing “scratch the surface” look at all the ways you can start implementing “crunchy living”.
Every day we’re surrounded by toxins and, quite frankly, POISON… these are some tips to help you navigate what things you should and shouldn’t allow in and on your children’s bodies.
Earthley Shopping link as mentioned: https://www.earthley.com/ref/rosiebowden/
Earthley FREE “Beginner’s Guide to Natural Remedies” https://earthley.com/product/a-beginners-guide-to-natural-remedies/ref/rosiebowden
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Track: Summer Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios Creative Commons
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Episode 24: Do We Fear the Devil Like Our Life Depends On It – Putting on the Armor of God

Episode 24: Do We Fear the Devil Like Our Life Depends On It – Putting on the Armor of God
This episode’s tiny but mighty – short but powerful. I hope this thought provoking analogy helps encourage you to implement Spiritual Reading and prayer into your every day life. The Salvation of our soul depends on it!
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The awesome, high quality, affordable wellness products that I swear by (affiliate link) https://www.earthley.com/ref/rosiebowden/
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Background music:
Track: Summer Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios Creative Commons
Attribution ND 4.0 https://youtu.be/UpRPzujTa7w