Life is full right now—between preparing for a new baby, building our dream home, and navigating the everyday rhythms of raising a big family. In this Q&A episode, I’m sharing how we’re handling baby sleep, toddler bedtime battles, room sharing, and pool days with non-swimmers—plus a few thoughts on off-grid readiness, Instant Pot meals, and how I’m embracing this once-in-a-lifetime season, even when it feels overwhelming.
In this episode, we cover:
A real-life update on what it’s like building a house with toddlers (hint: it’s not relaxing)
Thinking about generators, drafts, and wood stoves… and what we’re actually prioritizing
Why I love heating with wood—and the cozy setup we’ve included in the new house
My kefir theory on baby gender (just for fun!) and whether we “tried” for a girl
Navigating toddler bedtime battles and deciding when to hold the boundary
My thoughts on babies and toddlers sharing rooms—and what’s worked for us
Taking non-swimmers to the pool: how I manage it and when I’ve felt too outnumbered
Where I land on sleep training, co-sleeping, and why I never feel like an expert
Why having another baby girl doesn’t really change our bedroom plans—for now
Our choice to go with cedar lap siding and lean all the way into that vintage feel
Why I’ll never be without an Instant Pot (especially on a busy, unplanned Monday)
Processing the highs and lows of building a dream home while preparing for baby #9
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