A new study shows exposure to allergens on farms helps bolster the immune systems of Amish children. They have advantages over their Swiss ancestors, according to the research.
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This is a great time in fashion to be pregnant. It used to be that finding stylish maternity clothes was close to impossible, and it was meant to try and mask your growing belly at that. I can't tell
It was the 1930s and the global economy had plummeted. Almost everyone was hit hard. Jack, a friend of mine, was just a kid living on a farm in a small town called Palestine, Texas. He remembers his…
I’m not a mommy blogger. But you probably already knew that, huh? It’s partially because I have little interest in telling folks how to raise their kids when I’m still trying to figure out how to raise mine, and partially because my inspiration rarely flows when it comes to that stuff. I’ve never been one […]
Oui, le jardinage est un art à la portée de tous, même des plus jeunes… Si les tout-petits prennent déjà plaisir à malaxer la terre, creuser des trous ou jouer avec l’eau, les plus grands (à partir de 5 ans) seront capables de s’impliquer davantage.
I’m not a mommy blogger. But you probably already knew that, huh? It’s partially because I have little interest in telling folks how to raise their kids when I’m still trying to figure out how to raise mine, and partially because my inspiration rarely flows when it comes to that stuff. I’ve never been one […]
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Adding new animals to your farm requires more than just a warm welcome and cute pictures. In this blog, I'll share insights from my own experiences on how to integrate new animals into your farm family seamlessly so they adapt well and everyone is happy!
It was the neighbor kids. The first time I realized how incredibly observant and intelligent kids are, I was over watching the neighbor kids play farm. They were kids that had the privilege to be out with their parents in the field and lived a life immersed in their family operation. While we were carpet
Each year on April 10th, National Farm Animals Day focuses attention of the humane care of farm animals. The day also aims to find homes for abandoned and abused farm animals.
Take a tour of this family's rural California animal farm, where ponies, chickens, cows, and pigs roam.
Kids who live on farms and homesteads do and learn things others kids aren't. Or at least they should. Here's what they are.
Encourage your children to help around the homestead with this guide of chores for homestead kids by age. They will thank you later!
Did you experience farm life when you were growing up?It is no secret I did not grow up on a farm. But I raised my kids on one, and I would not change it. Farm life is not always an easy experience for kids, as they have daily chores before and after school. But, as a result, my kids are well-rounded, have strong work ethics, respect animals, and know the ins and outs of a toolbox, vehicle, and tractor. As I reflect on my childhood, I know I could not service my vehicle, drive a tractor, t
Last week Rex and I drove an hour(ish) outside of Sacramento to spend the day hanging out at my girlfriend Melissa’s families’ ranch: Stoney Creek Ranch. Her in-law’s are in the midst of fixing up the property with the plan to turn it into a wedding venue, bed & breakfast and operating vineyard come next year so Melissa had been telling…
