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Raise Chickens & Plan Your Homestead: How to Design, Set Up, and Start While Avoiding Beginner Mistakes
If you’re thinking about raising chickens or starting a homestead this year, this episode walks you through what most beginners get wrong before they ever bring animals home. We talk about how to plan and design your homestead the right way, how to avoid costly beginner mistakes, and why timing matters more than people realize when it comes to starting strong.
One of the biggest lessons shared in this episode is the importance of ordering chickens early if your setup is ready. Hatcheries sell out quickly, and waiting too long can throw off your entire homestead plan for the year. This episode breaks down how to think ahead, plan intentionally, and avoid scrambling when spring arrives.
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Raise Chickens & Plan Your Homestead: How to Design, Set Up, and Start While Avoiding Beginner Mistakes (One BIG Thing I Wish I Knew)

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Raising chickens is often the first step in building a homestead, but one of the biggest beginner mistakes happens before the chicks ever arrive. In this episode, we talk about how to raise chickens and plan your homestead the right way — starting with proper design, setup, and timing.
We walk through homestead planning for beginners, how to design a chicken setup that works long-term, and how to avoid wasting time and money by doing things out of order. Whether you’re raising chickens for eggs, planning to raise meat chickens, or learning how to start raising chickens for the first time, this episode covers the foundations that matter most.
The BIG thing I wish I knew sooner: if your coop and setup are ready, you need to start looking at ordering chickens NOW. Hatcheries sell out quickly, especially in spring, and waiting too long can mean missing the entire season. We talk about why timing matters, how hatchery availability affects your homestead plan, and how ordering chicks early can save you months of frustration.
This episode is especially helpful for anyone raising backyard chickens for beginners, planning chickens on pasture, or trying to build a homestead with clarity instead of guesswork.
If you want to raise chickens and plan your homestead with confidence — not panic when everything is sold out — this episode will help you start smart and avoid one of the most common beginner mistakes.
 
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Beginner Homestead Planning: How to Plan a Full Year Without Wasting Time or Money

Planning a homestead year as a beginner can feel overwhelming when you don’t know what to do first, what can wait, or what will end up wasting money. In this episode, we walk through beginner homestead planning step by step and talk about how to plan a full homestead year with clarity so you’re not reacting season by season or making costly mistakes.
You’ll learn how to look at your homestead as a whole, plan projects in the right order, and avoid the most common beginner errors that lead to burnout, overspending, and unfinished projects. This episode is especially helpful if you’re starting with backyard chickens, a garden, or small livestock and want a realistic plan that fits your time, budget, and season of life.
If you’re ready to stop guessing and start homesteading with intention, this episode will help you save time, save money, and build a homestead plan you can actually follow all year long.
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How to Build Your Own Homestead: Start with Confidence and Clarity to Avoid Huge Mistakes

How to Build Your Own Homestead: Start with Confidence and Clarity to Avoid Huge Mistakes
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Starting a homestead can feel exciting and overwhelming at the same time. If you’ve been dreaming about backyard chickens, gardening, or building a sustainable homestead lifestyle but don’t know where to begin, this episode is for you. We break down how to build your own homestead with confidence and clarity so you can avoid the biggest mistakes new homesteaders make.
In this episode, we talk about homestead planning for beginners, why starting with vision matters more than buying supplies, and how to grow your homestead step by step without burnout. You’ll learn how to avoid wasting money, rushing into projects too quickly, and getting discouraged by comparison. This conversation is especially helpful for families, moms, and Christian women who want practical, faith-centered guidance for starting a homestead that fits their real life.
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The Story of Jesus’ Birth — A Christmas Reading from the Bible (Scripture)

In this episode, we pause from commentary and conversation and simply read the Word of God aloud. This is the story of the birth of Jesus Christ, shared directly from Scripture, just as it is written.
In a season that can feel loud and rushed, this episode is an invitation to slow down, listen, and sit with the truth of why Jesus came. No explanations, no added thoughts — only Scripture, read clearly and intentionally, so the focus remains fully on Christ.
 
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Chicken Farming on the Homestead: Full Freezers, Busy Days, and Jesus at the Center

Homestead Chicken Farming, Full Freezers, Busy Days, and Jesus at the Center
This episode is a real-life homestead reflection on chicken farming, stewardship, and faith. After live butchering chickens on the homestead — with over 10,000 viewers joining in — we processed and packaged 100 birds and finished the work completely. Because the work was done, there was space to slow down, rest, and truly focus on Jesus during a season that is often rushed and overwhelming.
We talk about what it looks like to keep Christ at the center of homestead farm life during the busiest time of year, why preparation matters both practically and spiritually, and how finishing the work God places in front of us creates room for peace. We also reflect on Mary — what it must have been like to raise a toddler who was also the Savior of the world — and why Jesus entering ordinary, busy life matters for us today. This episode invites you to slow down, return to Scripture, and remember what this season is truly about.
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Before the Temperature Drops: Our Go-To Trick to Prep Your Coop for the Cold Winter

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Cold weather is rolling in fast, and before the temperature drops, it’s important to know if your chicken coop is truly ready. In this episode, we break down our go-to trick for preparing your coop for the cold winter ahead, including how we use plastic the right way, why ventilation matters more than heat, and how simple preparation can protect your flock during an unexpected cold snap.
This episode is real life — recorded with a baby on my lap, giving you a first-hand view of the chaos that comes with homesteading, motherhood, and obedience all happening at once. We talk about finishing finals, stacking a lot of wood, taking our sheep to the butcher, and trusting God through big decisions and everyday overwhelm. If you’ve ever felt behind or unsure if you’re doing “enough,” this conversation is meant to feel like you’re on the phone with your slightly crazy best friend — babies crying in the background and all — reminding you that preparation brings peace and God is faithful in every season.
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How to Keep Your Chickens Laying Eggs in Winter — The Secret Is Shockingly Simple, Fast and Easy

Winter doesn’t have to mean empty egg baskets! In this episode, we’re breaking down the shockingly simple, fast, and easy secret to keeping your chickens laying eggs all winter long. Most chicken owners think cold temperatures or shorter days are the main problem — but the real reason your hens stop laying is something totally fixable: they’re not getting enough protein.
When the weather drops, your hens burn extra energy to stay warm, and egg production takes a backseat unless you boost their nutrition. And the good news? Improving winter laying is easier (and cheaper!) than you think. In this episode, I share exactly what to feed, how much protein they need, and the best low-cost protein boosters you can start using today to keep those eggs coming steady through the cold months.
If you want a practical, doable homestead win this winter… this is it!
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How to Start a Small Organic Farm or Homestead—With Minimal Investment HUGE CYBER MONDAY DEAL HAPPENING NOW

Starting a small organic farm or homestead doesn’t have to cost thousands — and it definitely doesn’t require 20 acres, a barn, or a Pinterest-perfect setup. In this episode, I’m sharing how to build a simple, faith-rooted homestead using what you already have, along with the basics for raising chickens on a tiny budget. From scrap-wood coops to cheap (or even free!) compost and starter seeds, this episode gives you the confidence to begin now — not “someday.”
We’ll walk through starter chickens, low-cost feed strategies, zoning basics, DIY projects that actually save money, and how to slowly scale your homestead with purpose. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to begin your farm life journey… this is it, friend. God uses our small beginnings!
We’ll cover step-by-step advice on: starting with what you already have, DIY coops and feeders, budget-friendly gardening, finding used or free equipment, building a support network, and keeping your homestead organized with a calendar. Whether you’re a busy mom or a beginner homesteader, these tips will help you start small, stay consistent, and grow over time — all while trusting God through the journey.
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starting Your Homestead and Raising Your Own Poultry Without Burning Out HUGE CYBER MONDAY SAVINGS INSIDE

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Thinking about starting your own homestead or raising chickens for eggs and meat? Today’s episode is packed with practical tips for beginner homesteaders, whether you have a backyard, a small farm, or just a dream to live closer to God’s creation. I’ll walk you through how to start your homestead, choose the right poultry for your needs, and create a routine that works for your family—without burning out.
We’ll also talk about keeping your faith front and center while managing daily chores, caring for animals, and building a homestead that glorifies God. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the idea of homesteading, this episode is your encouragement to start small, plan wisely, and trust God’s guidance every step of the way.
Plus, I’ll give you the inside scoop on Heavenly Homestead Academy, our step-by-step program for Christian women who want to thrive on their homestead, and how you can join with flexible payment plans and exclusive promo deals right now.
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