I Tried Living Like a 1950's Housewife (and failed) WITH KIDS

It's finally DONE! Oh my word this video was a beast to edit. Last week I tried living like a 1950s housewife... but with kids! I may or may not have failed, it all depends on your perception of the week. I'm probably never going to do something like this again but it was SO fun trying, even with all of the failures and exhaustion. I'll definitely be working some of this cleaning routine into my daily life.
The two books I used:
America's Housekeeping Book (1953)
Housewife's Handbook - a Wise Book (1948)
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[@WithLoveKristina]

This video is getting a lot of attention lately so I'd like to put out two things: One, I don't include my kids in my videos a lot (they're here and there, but not all the time) because I do not make them do any sort of filming with me, ever. These videos are just for fun, and aren't things I do regularly. So, those of you suggesting I include my kids in the routine more - they're not involved because this isn't my everyday life and even if it was, I wouldn't really film them unless they actively showed interest in being involved. Two, I do not support or endorse the toxic shaming of women for "not wanting to please their husbands/being terrible wives/having messy homes" that, thankfully, has only been smattered in a few comments here and there. I would like to very clearly state this: my husband and I work TOGETHER to create a home and in our actual daily lives he is as much a part of the routine as I am. I love the 1950s for aesthetic, and for the fun of trying these routines, but I very much do not want to live with the sexism, ignorance around mental health, racism, homophobia, lack of rights, and plentiful other things wrong with that era. It had its good things too, and I enjoy testing those good things, but there were a lot of things wrong with the era that I don't want to bring into my modern day life and for good reason. So in short, while these are fun to make it's not my actual life day to day, and while these routines ARE helpful and I DO implement some of them into my life as a working SAHM, my house is not run like this all the time. And, my kids don't show up helping because it's a boundary I've set for myself to respect their privacy. If they wander into a shot and enjoy it, yay! If not, I'm not going to make them be a part of my channel.

[@lellyt2372]

I am so sorry you had to post this comment. I loved your video and watched it as it was, a little fun and taking the good from an era with a lot of problems (ehm 2021 anyone, what era doesn't have major issues ?) 💖💖💖

[@shadow_hillsgrandma8224]

Being a good stay at home mom, no matter the year, is such a blessing.

[@Aphrodite_ErosLuvChild214-80]

You can have this life without all your fear .. Stop shaming people whom choose to

[@finnbyrnes6301]

I loved your video. Can you imagine being a 50s housewife who suffered from depression???? Your skin is gorgeous and I have y to ask what blush you use? Also....loved your mad hatter print. I'm new to your channel and going through quite a rough patch in life. This brought me joy. Thank you

[@kariconant3488]

YOU ARE HELPING ME GET MY ACT TOGETHER! I want you to know that and carry it with you forever. ❤

[@MsDancer58]

Nope you didn't fail, I remember just how frazzled everyones mom was in the late 50s and early 60s [ I was born in 1952 ] there was no make up on moms unless they were going somewhere, I remember older moms in house dresses and head scarves and younger moms in shorts or slacks and loose shirts and all in aprons lol. Kids were told to go outside and play in all kinds of weather. And it seemed every mom did the same thing on the same day, Mondays in summer were full of wash on the line. Babies were kept in playpens and dinners were either boiled or roasted so they could cook mostly unwatched and dessert if there was one was most likely jello or canned fruit cocktail. So at least to my elderly memory you nailed it.

[@WithLoveKristina]

This makes me happy to know! It's hard not to play comparison with myself when I see other youtubers who are child-free and can make the cute aesthetic videos. Thank you for sharing!

[@mountaindave01]

It was the same in the 70s when I grew up.

[@cerberusone1]

houses were much smaller as well!

[@joanleimkuehler7068]

I'm a 50's kid too. I forgot about us going outside so Mom could get control of things in peace, plus playing outside and going for bike rides all over town kept the toys left around the house down. She didn't have to worry about watching us outside like mom's have to do today. Sad.

[@ericafarley2850]

@@joanleimkuehler7068 My parents are 50s kids too and remember the same thing. Society was so different then and one did not have to worry about things happening to their kids the way we worry now.

[@rach2111]

If all the kids and members of the family are alive and happy you've succeeded.

[@StephanieCanada]

Rach ^^This! That is the standard I live by.

[@WithLoveKristina]

Hah thank you! The “make pretty videos” person in me wanted it to be all cute and aesthetic but I liked seeing us in real life too honestly.

[@mandycollins8795]

Yes! I agree!

[@MirageEspejismo]

Exactly 👍🏼

[@liadanducky]

@@WithLoveKristina I think it looked good! You have cute things all around your house and take great shots! You’re both human and ~aesthetic ~

[@loyalopposition4791]

My grandmother was a 1950s housewife who had 9 children. You nailed it. She worked hard. She also gardened and bottled fruit in the fall. She sewed clothes for her children and served at church. Her glamor wasn't in how she dressed, though she was quite beautiful. It was the warmth of her home. Her success wasn't in a perfect routine or textbook house. Her triump was in raising 9 happy, healthy children and creating a comfortable, inviting home where she showed her love through her dedication. I admire her. I miss her. Keep it real. You're authenticity is charming. You captured the truth of being a wife and mother in any generation.

[@WithLoveKristina]

I really love that you mention her beauty was in the warmth of her home. That's what I want! Thank you for this lovely, lovely comment!

[@ygarza7319]

This is probably more authentic than any other 1950’s video. 💕

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you for thinking so!

[@natashaa43]

As a mum this was what I was waiting for, a 50s week whilst dealing with kids. Thank you, you did good. x

[@WithLoveKristina]

Oh yay! I don’t think I’ve ever seen a 1950s week with kids, so I knew I had to try.

[@TheAlicat08]

Me too :)

[@zeusathena26]

All mom's will tell you "if the kids are still alive at the end of the day, you did well!" You did great!

[@WithLoveKristina]

This is TRUE. I tell all my mom friends this, but we are definitely all our own worst critics!

[@lindseyp3297]

youre the only person ive seen so far attempt this with kids..and when i saw "with kids" i was like oh she has maybe 2...but 4?? god bless you

[@WithLoveKristina]

Haha yes four! They're fun!

[@quycksylver4822]

I don't think you failed at all. Those books and magazine articles always make it sound so easy, but I think your experiences are a lot closer to the reality for most women of that time--especially when you add kids into the mix. I really liked how you showed the difficulty of pulling this off. I hope you and your family had a great Christmas!

[@WithLoveKristina]

Also, it’s much easier to maintain these schedules without kids, or with school-age children who are gone most of the day. Thank you, friend!

[@mandycollins8795]

My sentiments exactly!

[@louisegreen14]

Thank you for your work on this. None of your days were a "fail". My Mom was married in 1955 after 5.5 years she had 4 small children to look after. I asked her about some of the other "day/life in 1950's videos". She laughed. No her house was not always clean, no she did not greet her husband after work in a cutesy dress! Although she did dress up and they went dancing on Saturday nights (we got the babysitter). No, the laundry was NEVER caught up... etc. This was a very realistic video .. and great camera work.

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you!

[@undermoonlight4849]

I'm so glad you made this. All the other videos were of women without children and that really has a way of making a woman feel inadequate when they're comparing their home, time, and routine to someone without children. This seemed so much more relatable and realistic. It might not have been perfect, but it wasn't a failure by any means. It's actually given me hope that a daily routine will help me through my depression and struggles with mental illness.

[@Lex161Lexi]

Okayy, my experience. There's already not a lot of 1950s videos as it is. But the ones that are, are women with no children or older children that are sent to school. It's just another category of struggle when handling the total needs of other humans your entire day. Ultimately, my conclusion to housewife + motherhood is you're either going to be so tired, you may end up getting sick (lack of self-care, low energy etc) or your schedule and home is just not going to be or look aesthetically pleasing. Things are going to have to give.

[@ThenSingsMySoul.]

My husband suffers with severe depression and it was actually his physiotherapist who told him to make a daily routine and it has definitely helped him! It helps me too when I'm having really hard day's

[@patriciakellyadams134]

Every housewife in the 1950s was EXHAUSTED!

[@WithLoveKristina]

Honestly I’m sure they were! Motherhood is tiring enough but keeping a perfect house on top of it is a LOT

[@DJUniMekaju]

Hence the cigarettes?

[@kaylynnanson6231]

For a supposed failed attempt, this was a pretty authentic and successful experiment. The average home back then was 2.5 kids, and you, brave lady, have FOUR sweet kids. I appreciate how honest a look this is into reality and not just a retro dreamscape. Don't be so hard on yourself, you did GREAT. Have a beautiful day.

[@WithLoveKristina]

I know, I know - Saturday is MISSING. But I ended up having to go last-minute Christmas shopping that day, and totally forgot to mention that in my recap I'm sorry!!! This video was a beast to make and edit, I really hope y'all enjoy it! MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

[@jadenallman]

You are such a loving momma 💓 I need to tell you that you are doing amazing ! Don’t get yourself down, you did more in one day then some people do in a whole week! I’m proud of you and I pray you see how wonderful you are doing and are proud of yourself 💓💓💓

[@jadenallman]

And I don’t feel like you failed at all! You gave me a lot of inspiration and motivation 😁💓👏🏼🙌🏼✨

[@tinawallace2997]

They never had a thing for the look. It was their lives. They were busy and exhausted. But the family and home was well loved and cared for plus they took care of themselves too ❤️ You did accomplish it.

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thanks!

[@lee-annjefferson9459]

No day is a failure if it ends with everyone alive and well. You have 4 beautiful children who are happy and healthy. 50’s housewives started training for the lifestyle pretty much at birth You did an amazing job ❤️

[@WithLoveKristina]

SO true. I've got some home-economics books from the 1950s for school age girls and there's a LOT of housekeeping stuff in there.

[@jin6658]

I showed my great grandma this video and she loved it thank you so much it brought memorys back to her 😭

[@WithLoveKristina]

Well this made my heart melt. I’m so happy it brought back memories for her!

[@flyingmama3751]

I am a stay at home mom with three kids and I’m a total train wreck! I’m totally inspired to try this starting Monday!

[@mrmotormo]

OMG! I loved this so much! You have four beautiful children and I am 100% certain the 1950s housewife was equally harried (or else why would they have written the books?). The humor in your raw honesty is so refreshing. I look at my holiday kitchen table decor and just laugh cuz it looks so thrown together and my husband and daughter are readers so there's as many books as there are festive gee gaws. Please do more. Inspired this beautiful holiday evening, eating our coconut cake, my daughter reading, I will be sure to tidy up before heading off to bed. I hope your Christmas was magical.

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thrown together holiday decor is what I love best to be honest! I’m sure it’s pretty and memorable! Merry Christmas!

[@CajunRose]

I completely agree. I've not seen any other YTer with children do the 50s housewife daily schedule routine. You give the most realistic example to the way life would actually have been. By this time the baby boom was in full swing. Everyone had baby fever. My Mama raised 10 children and took care of a beef and race horse farm, while my father was working off shore. But she still managed to keep a routine and everything spotless.

[@scoobydoo3115]

You didn’t fail at all, you did the most real video I have ever seen

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you, that's very kind of you to say!

[@chezperrine]

This was so interesting to watch. I am european so some things would vary like the meals (and I’m living in Finland, dinner is around 5PM), the kids playtime as were in an apartment so must all be dressed up to go out to the park. Feels REFRESHING to hear another stay at home mom / housewife / homemaker talking about her role and work, saying you’re tired. It’s a tight subject I think as it’s a work undervalued and not taken seriously at all in my opinion. You did fantastic, very inspiring too.

[@WithLoveKristina]

Motherhood is definitely more tiring than most people talk about online for sure! I’m so glad you appreciated that.

[@chezperrine]

@@WithLoveKristina I did :) It is a beautiful video, really. You could have decided to show only the vintage aesthetic and cooking but by showing what the real life of a homemaker is aside from that, cleaning, fixing, rearranging, etc, you brought authenticity, it’s genuine. I love being a sahm and homemaker, and I never talk about this subject because on rare occasions I did, you can sense how poorly people think of this role, guessing it’s just being lazy watching tv all day. Well, not exactly. I feel the same regarding of being productive. When the kids nap, even if (if HAHAHA when)dead exhausted, I can’t lie down, I need to keep going, I knit; I also have noticed that if I stop moving, first I’ll feel guilty and second, the exhaustion will take over, rather than being active all day long strangely helps avoiding it.

[@WithLoveKristina]

It really does feel like it’s still a role that is looked down upon. I think that views are changing but I get asked “yes, but what do you do for work?” ALL the time if I’m out with my kids (well, before the pandemic). There’s a mindset that all adults must hold a paying 9-5 job even if they’re parents and it has made me feel like I have to justify my motherhood by explaining that I earn money in other ways At home. I love being a mom and a SAHM regardless! A d agree, keeping moving staves off the exhaustion somehow, haha!

[@chezperrine]

@@WithLoveKristina I do think it’s a modern view, it used to be common, almost mandatory, all is not to throw away from back then and the view on the sahm was probably better back then. If you get a cleaner + a baby sitter and you go to work outside your home, that’s fine, but you doing those tasks and work, that’s laziness? I don’t know, people also judge with their values in mind, their expectations, experiences. There are bad and good back then and nowadays, yes there are vacuums now and dishwashers and washing machines etc, but the pressure regarding the instruction and education of the kids is, in my humble opinion, much more pressuring. We know that letting babies cry is extremely bad and can affect them neurologically, back then that was adviced, you must keep your kids occupied, you must feed them raw organic meals 5 times a day, you must shut screens, read books everyday, be careful not to use undervaluing words etc etc, the pressure is severe. It is the most important job because it’s taking care of children who hopefully will become decent human beings, my home is the safe place of my family. And there’s no salary, it’s 24/7 all year long and I’m finally coming to the point where I ain’t gonna take anymore crap and humiliating words from no one regarding my role.

[@dianacherry1411]

I have many things to say so bare with me. 😅 This is the best "living like a 1950s housewife" video on youtube!! Its so refreshing seeing someone actually being real in front of the camera while also being entertaining. On top of that being a mom of 4 while also working!! Bravo beautiful mama. 👏 I'm a mom of two, 2 and under so this is the content I appreciate. I get some people probably live more aesthetic lifestyles but in reality everyone has things that aren't very pretty that they hide from the world lol, so I tip my hat to you for being honest! I also wanted to say you're children are so cute and I love your eyes! Subscribed in a heartbeat ❤

[@StephanieCanada]

Oh my I have so many thoughts about this (all good). First, I love this! Second, your husbands face when you gave him the drink was priceless!! Third, I think you shared a side of life that folks don’t usually show and that is important.

[@WithLoveKristina]

That’s why I wanted to push on and share it anyway. Things aren’t always perfectly aesthetic in life!

[@StephanieCanada]

The Eyre Effect I am so glad you did!

[@theshaingofiles]

This makes me optimistic that I can get a stable routine in my own life. I just had my 3rd baby 2 months ago and have been feeling like crap about my routine. This was definitely like a breath of fresh air and that anything is possible with pre-planning. Your vintage look while cleaning is way more glamorous than my messy bun and stretchy pants

[@WithLoveKristina]

Oh congratulations!!! Finding a routine is so key. I don't really expect myself to get back to any sort of normal routine for at least 6 months post baby if I'm honest! Babies grow so fast and time with them is so fleeting!

[@koreaboo1437]

You did a very realistic job ☺️ we often make everything seem Glamorous and not realistic.

[@WithLoveKristina]

So true. Thank you!

[@culverepsilonnuofficer4183]

You absolutely did not fail! You learned and developed new habits and re established your priorities and look...your family is thriving! You are a brave and lovely lady! Keep up the good work! Thank you.

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you for your kind words!

[@LadySkippy]

I loved this version of the 1950s routine. It seems more realistic then a lot of the ones I’ve seen. You have a lovely home and family.

[@lynnnovak1377]

I really appreciated this vid. My husband and I watched some done by women without children and we agreed that with kids and/or a job, it would be a LOT harder. My mom grew-up in the 50’s. She has told me parents back then didn’t interact as much with their kids. Nor did they worry all that much about the kids’ happiness. They kept their kids clean, healthy, well fed and wanted them to do well in school. But play with them? Just hang out with them? No. If it was nice weather, their mom made them stay outside all day so she could clean and keep it clean. The had a lot less clothes and hung up all school clothes as soon as they got home and switched to play clothes. Mom did laundry once a week instead of everyday like we do with all our clothes nowadays. My Nana’s house looked great, but she had a very different relationship than I did with my mom- plus, my mom worked outside the home. As much as I loved my Nana’s clean, orderly house, I’m glad I grew-up in a messy house with a mom who spent time doing stuff with us. I don’t think you can have a perfectly clean and tidy house, cook every meal AND spend much time playing/interacting with your kids. Those 1050’s schedules were made to keep women home. I’m convinced of it.

[@WithLoveKristina]

This is all so very true. Ha, also if I tried to just do the laundry once a week I'd be so bogged down!

[@Beepbopboop19]

So true.

[@TheTritty1]

I loved this! So real and accessible. It was inspiring without being overwhelming. I bet this was more representative of most 1950s women with kids.

[@WithLoveKristina]

I think like someone else said, in the 1950s there was much less interaction with children and a lot more attention paid to keeping the house clean. It's certainly a busy way to live regardless!

[@brookec.6463]

Perfect is the enemy of good. I've never seen any other 50's for a day youtubers who had kids. Yours is by far more realistic, probably even by our grandmother's standards. My first daughter was also very needy when I was an early 2000s housewife 😊, and it was so bad that the only way I could get through the day with other kids and chores was to baby-wear. My mother in law was a 1950s-60s housewife (she had my husband late in life) and throughout raising 7 kids and caring for her mother-in-law, she took a cat nap every afternoon.

[@WithLoveKristina]

So very true! I baby wear a lot when my littles are tiny.

[@sarahinnis7364]

This is amazing! Your house and family are beautiful and I appreciated the realness you showed in contrast to the usual high aesthetics situations that look totally staged and unreal! :)

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you so much. You have no idea what that means to me! I love making things pretty but also want to keep it real.

[@thee_OFFline_Jawn]

Forget the aesthetic! You nailed the family aspect. Wholesome content ✨

[@WithLoveKristina]

Haha thank you!

[@elizabethcarver9902]

Loved loved loved your honesty

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you!

[@hopeb4658]

Yay for you! I am always wondering where the children are in these 50s housewife videos. This was great. It is nice seeing someone wanting to be a great wife and mother. In my opinion, the whole purpose of being a housewife is taking care of the family. It was so sweet to see that your children wanted to help out, too. You are beautiful! Your family is beautiful. I will be watching more...

[@WithLoveKristina]

This is such a sweet comment, thank you!

[@laurela.235]

I know this is an older ish video, but you hardly failed. I think you are amazing, and beautiful, and you're family is cute as can be! It's a far more realistic life in the 50's with children than all of these other people who want the aesthetic, but won't have the kids to make messes every time you turn around. You earned yourself a new sub. 😊 Peace and blessings to you and your family.

[@lisita1020]

Absolutely love this video. I believe this is the most realistic approach to 1950’s housewife. You’re amazing.

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you! I'm so happy you liked it!

[@AM-pc7gw]

FINALLY a 50s housewife video with kids. Love it! Thank you so much for being realistic and not editing your life to look picture perfect! That''s definitely not an insult by the way, I genuinely mean that. THANK YOU!!

[@thehonestlife3618]

I watched this while doing my chores, and it is hands down my favorite 1950s housewife video! I love it because not everything is perfect and I’m certain that real 1950s housewives weren’t perfect either and many were likely trying to live up to the books and media put out on what housewives should be like. I also think that the expectations for housewives set in the 1950s have carried throughout decades and leave most women feeling like they’re not measuring up 🙋‍♀️. Women have most likely always felt like a hot mess doing their best as the jobs of a mother and wife can be never ending and all consuming. Great job! And thank you for taking up the challenge!

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@ladyinaafoose]

I friggin' ADORE your strawberry🍓 teakettle 😍

[@WithLoveKristina]

Ooh thank you! It was thrifted!

[@desertrat5543]

As a mom, I appreciate this video. Because my “vintage” life does not strike strong resemblance to some of the KZbinrs who don’t have children, I often feel insecure about how not “aesthetic” my home is. 😂And that’s why I need to see videos like this.

[@WithLoveKristina]

I feel this so much and I'm so glad you appreciated it too!

[@whatsit2you51]

There’s one more sticker in there, just one more!! You have a precious family.

[@WithLoveKristina]

She's always wanting to do just ONE more thing ;)

[@beckysue7789]

I'm the youngest of 4, I'm 64 and my Mom did it everyday, and down on her hands an knees to scrub the floor on Saturdays

[@63Malda]

I remember my mother waxing the floor every month. First strip the old wax, then put on the new.

[@kaitlynwagner1973]

You did not fail! You did amazing! You took care of your home and your babies and your hubby! All happy healthy and loved! Thats whats important ❤

[@sherrydixon9792]

Love your honesty and perseverance. The 1950's housewife has big shoes to fill as they grew up in this lifestyle and had a lifetime of experience in keeping house. Great job!

[@WithLoveKristina]

It's fun to try, I definitely grew up in a different lifestyle!

[@laurabyler3056]

I really enjoy your vibe girl:) I'm watching yours instead of those other girls who have a perfectly executed 1950s day :) yours is valid because its applying the lessons from 1950s house wives :)

[@KassandraChandler]

I love learning things from back in the day; thank you so much for doing this video as a mom. Back than women had children and probably there were more 50s housewives who had children than they were just wives alone being able to do everything with no set backs or stopping to take care of the little ones. I just have my 2 yr old and making sure her schedule is on point while keeping my house clean is so hard but worth it; but GURL, WITH 4??! You're super women! Amazing job ! 👏

[@Wildberryquilting]

I love how real this was. I'm sure even in the 50's not every housewife accomplished everything everyday. Most of them had kids too. You did great and you looked fabulous doing it.

[@WithLoveKristina]

So true! Thank you!

[@jessicajohnson2089]

Okay, I'm months late at this point, but I'm personally impressed and inspired. I follow a 1950s schedule in my home and also have kids and homeschool them at the same time. I saw no failures here. I saw a great and inspiring video made by an excellent wife and mother. It made my day, Sweetie. God bless you, Jesus loves you. You did awesome! ❤👍

[@WithLoveKristina]

Yes, I love the 1950s schedule. It really helps break up a lot of work in an easier way. God bless!

[@littledollymixture72]

I loved the way u address that u suffer from anxiety and depression and u didn't fail u did ur best and I liked the way ur kids starting to help in with chores too I'm gonna give this a wee go n see how I go as a single parent and also suffer from depression ur an inspiration we'll done,!!!

[@mandycollins8795]

Okay, so, my first thought is that you're way too hard on yourself! I lost count of how many times you said "failed" or "failure". Honey, you are NOT a failure! In that same vein of thought, there's a quote by someone I've forgotten, and I've also forgotten how it really goes, but the important part is this, "life is an experiment, and the results are data. There's no such thing as failure, just data collection". I think, as mothers, we expect so much from ourselves. Especially when we've got brand new tiny humans who demand our attention 99% of the time! The truth is this: you did not fail. You succeeded in cleaning, feeding, and maintaining a household where everyone's needs are met, including yours. Your children also became involved in the tasks you were doing which is a huge part of a 50s housewife. Children did help. The mom wasn't expected to do it all without help! Overall, I'd say this was a success. I love your down-home, real-life approach to your channel. It's refreshing and endearing. You seem like someone I'd be friends with in real life. I love your home, your family, and your aesthetic. They're all so beautiful and precious! ❤❤❤

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you so much Amanda! This means a lot to me.❤

[@willowoforest]

You got dressed and had makeup on I call that a win x

[@WithLoveKristina]

Haha honestly the little things like makeup and clothes are helpful to get other things done too!

[@haleyhutchinson6748]

Honestly this has been my favorite 50s routine video. You totally did not fail. You seem like an amazing homemaker, mother, wife and over all a awesome person.

[@WithLoveKristina]

Ahhh thank you!

[@kariconant3488]

I don't think that you failed. I enjoy watching your videos because you start on these cleaning routines when your home is in need of a deep clean. Like mine right now. I've neglected my home for months and instead of doing all the rooms today, I did the basic kitchen clean up and now I'm working on the living room. It's OK to be human and girl, no one is perfect. Not even in the 50's. You are a beautiful and inspiring woman. ❤💐🥰

[@angelajvera8223]

I thought you did well, so give yourself grace. From listening to my mom who raised children in the 1950s she would put the children to help clean. She would say “if you were old enough to make messes, you were old enough to learn to clean them up”. Make a game out of cleaning up their toys. My boy likes to beat the timer for a treat.

[@WithLoveKristina]

Yes! There's a clip in this video where the girls are helping, I try to get them to help clean as much as possible. And there's a KZbin timer video my son LOVES to beat!

[@eleazargaming8914]

OMG you did amazing ! Please realise the work you do just being a mom and adding that routine on it is like a warrior training. I admire you. Don't compare yourself with other youtubers who did it, you are a sunshine. Thank you for sharing that experience.

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you, you are so sweet!

[@joanleimkuehler7068]

Good job! You're doing great. My mom had her first baby in 1949, then 1951 then 1957 so she was a true 1950's housewife. I remember the house was always neat and tidy. Don't know how she did it. I wish she was alive today so I could show her these types of videos. Maybe my memory is wrong. LOL. I was married at 38 and no kids so I bow to all of you who have all of this work to do. Don't know how you do it. Happy family is more important then a tidy house!

[@rachelf6995]

ommggg this was my favorite "I lived like a 50's housewife for a week" video!

[@WithLoveKristina]

Ahhh thank you!

[@MirageEspejismo]

I really liked this video. I'm positive that not all wives in the 50s always stuck to their schedules either. I loved how real you kept it. Awesome work👍🏼

[@LadyALIdrissi]

I do it everyday it is my normal lifestyle as a Moroccan wife 😁 it is hard but if your kids grow up seeing you doing it they will be ok with it❤️

[@WithLoveKristina]

I definitely agree that it's good for kids to see me doing a healthy routine around the house!

[@TheOrganizedPineapple]

I appreciate the real life of the kids. All other videos and literature I've seen seem to not include children and I'm like I know children were there somewhere 😀. 3 kids here. Minimalism has helped a LOT. Thank you for doing this! A fun watch!

[@Caramac68]

This was not a fail. I really enjoyed watching this. You were being mum to your children while carrying out living in the 1950's. I really enjoyed it.

[@madihajm1294]

You didn't fail. You rocked the 1950s housewife challenge. With kids. It was so real and homely. If that makes sense.

[@thelilacfairy17]

The amount of times you had to pick up your living room is so relatable!! I swear I clean up the living room and I walk in 10 minutes later and the pillows are on the floor and there are toys everywhere! I loved this video 💜

[@innatozakian9724]

Merry Christmas 🎁🎄! I loved 🥰 this video! You did an amazing job!!! Thank you for sharing! Yes please more of this kind of videos! Best wishes and blessings! Inna ♥️♥️♥️💝🎄🎁🙏💄🎀👠👒👗👜

[@WithLoveKristina]

Merry Christmas dear! I hope you have had a wonderful day!

[@user-nm1sn4jw1z]

I love your videos because you are so real! You are honest about what works for your family and what does not work for you.

[@greenlimabean]

Do you want to wash the dishes 1950s style? Fill one side with hot soapy water, the other with hot water. Soak all in soap, then scrub. Rinse in the non soap side. My mom, born in 1927, washed this way. She'd dry all the dishes with dish towels and put away. I wonder why she didn't let them drip dry. I'd love more of your content

[@ruthlloyd1163]

Dried dishes after each meal because you didn’t have enough extras, needed them for the next meal.

[@fionnagrant6636]

When my children were small they both had glue ear and the younger one had quite painful reflux. I am so very impressed with your industrious housework and with your fifties theme. Don't compare yourself to people who are living a different life. You are doing amazing. Well done Mama.

[@user-wl8rr7wb4y]

Your kid helping you out with the dishes and some of the chores is so cute🥹🥰.

[@txmap]

I really enjoyed this version of the 1950s week with the messy house struggles and baby snuggles. I didn't see failures, just real life. :-) Two other reasons I liked this video: 1. Your cotton print dresses and aprons reminded me of my grandmother who still dressed like that in the 70s an 80s when I was a kid. I have several of her aprons that she made and wore.

[@scatteredseedsofhappiness3285]

This is my favorite 1950s video. I have 4 kids too, I know how it is and I feel happy that someone is showing real life. I hope this video goes viral! I love you.

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you so much!

[@Laine2539]

Bless you! You and your family are adorable! It brought back memories of raising my children back in the 90’s, early 2000’s. You’re doing a great job! Don’t sweat the small stuff! Enjoy the little one’s they grow up way too quickly! Mine are young adults now, and although it was exhausting, I sometimes miss those days.

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you!

[@shirleysorrentino7353]

I love your video and your honesty! As a housewife, I know how busy and not exactly “glamorous” we may feel. You have such a beautiful family ❤️You did an amazing job and you rock this video!

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you Shirley! Stay at home motherhood has its own kind of beauty for sure, but it's not glamorous.

[@PaulaPerego-pf5si]

I don’t think you realize how much you do! It was a great video but I was exhausted watching you do it! You’re awesome and 5 children too! Love your channel❤️❤️

[@nancyboruta7060]

I think you did FABULOUS! It is not easy to transition to the 50's housewife life. Thank you for trying and sharing. You inspired me!❤️

[@chloeandaiye9109]

This video was so real and raw. I’m a young single mom and love all things vintage. You’re right, all the other videos had a certain aesthetic but your video was accurate and real and inspiring. It made it seem more possible to do something like this. 💕

[@hollybritton7255]

A loving mother like you is always timeless ❤️

[@OliviaFlorence]

You didn't fail, you're just human. It doesn't matter how pretty your home is or what you cooked for dinner, you're a great mom and wife and that's all that matters! You did a great job, mama!! I enjoyed your video:)

[@tiffanybramlette6998]

I can't even count how many times I have watched this video over an over. I play it when I need some inspiration to get things done in my home and it's so nice to finally see someone whose home looks like mine and to do routines with kids. I still haven't found another tuber that has kids and has done a 50s style video. 🥰

[@1taffycat]

This was wonderful to see! Seeing another mom that's like me doing vintage and not always having a clean house every day is so comforting. I've done a bit of vintage hair, makeup and clothes here and there but never thought of the day to day life they had. This showed me a lot I didn't know but I truly love how authentic and real you are!

[@WithLoveKristina]

It's SO nice to know we aren't alone!!! Thank you for sharing!

[@historiansstitch7568]

I wouldn't claim this as a fail AT ALL! This was awesome and just from stories I've heard in my family through the years, you didn't fail.

[@ddsbread5673]

Oh my goodness! Why is this video so warming and comforting to watch?! I'm expecting my first right now, and I hope I can create such a loving, warm homey feeling for our baby ☺ Also, that tuna casserole looked too good. Tuna in on my no-no food list due to pregnancy, and I'm craving it so much! 😭

[@HayHayyarddog379]

Taking care of 4?, 3? Kids... is a full time job and seeing what they did in the 50’s is fascinating. Loved your video! ❤️

[@WithLoveKristina]

Yes, I have four! Thank you!

[@enotrahd]

I really enjoyed your take on the 1950s housewife! Was it perfect, no, but I think you did an amazing job. Heck, my favorite parts of the video was seeing how loving you are to your sweet beautiful babies. A+++ on being a sweet momma. Thanks for sharing!

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you!

[@mallesmagiskeverden]

I found your channel today, and I LOVE THIS! You are real!

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you!

[@wendelinharrison9571]

I smiled through it all. I saw my mom’s mixer!! She was so proud of it

[@abbyaransmore4734]

You are amazing Kristina. I struggle with depression and anxiety too and I don't have children yet. Watching you be a mother and keep a house is so inspiring. You are doing great! Well done!

[@monkeyshinecreations]

I just ran across your video and loved it, for all the things that annoy me about the other 1950 housewife videos. You are living like a REAL 1950 housewife with kids. Because this is how it’s always been. You are doing great. Keep up the good work!❤

[@EnchantedWinter13]

You have such a beautiful home and family! I don't see any failure in what you accomplished; you did it and I can't imagine it would be easy to just follow a new schedule exactly as it says. There is nothing wrong about adjusting it for your own special moments with your family to do things you all enjoy together that a 50's family may not have done, as well as taking time to take care of yourself😊. I love the ideas and content you put out, and your honesty. Thank you for sharing, and Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁❤

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you so much Elizabetha! I absolutely am going to adjust it but I loved the general routine a LOT.

[@asunshineylife4689]

I am so happy I found you! I love your videos. I just watched your dress review video and so appreciated a fellow nursing and plus size mom and the struggles with breastfeeding friendly vintage styles!!! After 7 babies, my waist has disappeared and my bust has grown with each nursing baby, I am so excited to watch all your videos and feel inspired to wear more vintage!

[@WithLoveKristina]

Awwww thank you!

[@sewvintagebysunraedoll]

Yes!! I am so very proud of you friend-I think your video came out beautiful (no failure) and people need to see what reality is like with kids😘 we make do, mend our old clothes, shop secondhand, give so much of ourselves to the hubs n kids but can still look fab. Trust me all those aesthetic bloggers you speak of...secretly have help or shove their clutter in the corner away from the camera view🤣 it is not reality or a real way of life. And things do get easier and calm down more as the kids get older. There are so many ways to live, but honestly even if I was rich (I would still be out thrifting) there is just something about bringing old things back to life in a home🥰 filled with Love. You are truly my superhero with all the filming & editing you did🙌🏻 - BEST 50’s HOUSEWIFE VIDEO EVER!! 🎊🍾🎊🥳

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thrifting is LIFE! No matter how much we make I will allllways be thrifting! Thank you, lovely friend! I'm so glad you enjoyed it and the comments here are overwhelmingly positive!

[@MomsMakingHistory]

FABULOUS! I'm pretty sure most 1950s housewives found taking care of the house and kids equally as demanding. (Otherwise on what grounds would Betty Friedan have had to write the Feminine Mystique?) I found this video so relatable and so inspiring!

[@WithLoveKristina]

Hahah so true!

[@ArawynnEveningstar]

Just got recommended this video and I have to say I appreciate it so much. I think this is the first one I have seen that actually had children in it. Most YT channels I have seen that have done this do not have children. I think this is more authentic to what a 50s housewife would have gone through. I am sorry there were people that were unkind about it.

[@noteworthyfiction]

Thanks for sharing! I appreciated your sharing this as a mom. What a huge success! You kept things real and truly displayed the benefits and struggles that may have existed even in the 1950s. Truly appreciated your honesty and content. Your family looks so cute and your children are well loved. Your 2 year old is classic! You seem like a great mom and you did it all with earnestness and looked beautiful all the while!

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you! Irene definitely is very entertaining, haha!

[@thegmanviews11]

I absolutely love this video! It’s so realistic. My mum was born in 1961 and she had me in 1982 and my brother in 1979. My Nan was a 1950s housewife and I can remember how she had a routine, cooked as frugally as possible and tidied as she went but she was always there for us kids as my mum was a working single mum. I myself struggled as a working Mum and as I have spent time being a working single mum I really could relate to your video - even though here I am in 2021 with my youngest in school and my eldest two are grown and live out on their own. I try to incorporate some of these things but as I now work from home and have a back injury and struggle with PTSD and depression and anxiety I am so glad I’ve come across your video so thank you so much for sharing. Your video is wonderful and as has been said, I’ve not seen any of the other 1950s housewives weeks they seemed to be women without children. You’re doing a wonderful thing mumma and your family and home is gorgeous :)

[@WithLoveKristina]

Sending you love! Struggling with PTSD and depression and anxiety must be so rough!

[@cybersee9966]

My mother cooked tuna casserole and meatloaf during the fifties. Everyone apparently ate the same food during that decade. My mother made her casserole with Cream of Celery soup. She also added a layer of crumbled potato chips on top before she cooked the casserole. Sometimes my mother substituted the tuna with sliced hotdogs.

[@WithLoveKristina]

Ooh I love knowing all of these little details, thank you!

[@neffyg35]

My great grandma had 8 children and husband that was pretty much a 9th child. I think you did everything right :). No failure. You made do, made sure everyone was feed and the house didn't cave in. I think women of that Era would give you a hug!

[@theangelkap]

This was such an uplifting and wonderful video to watch. It reminds me of all the family that worked so hard ( whether a homemaker or not) and its so rewarding to finally see a youtuber whose house isn't picture perfect and who puts their kids first! the mountain of laundry looks like my own and I love that. thank you so much for sharing this.

[@deanneghoreishi8605]

I agree! Thank you for sharing your adventure!! I definitely enjoyed it and your warm spirit!

[@debbiestevenson2992]

I don't think that you failed at all! Your video is REALISTIC. Many of the videos you compared yourself to are carefully curated and children free. You are one very mama!! Your doing a great job and I subscribed to your channel today.

[@LaciFayTheVintageGirlNextDoor]

I love you Kristina! You are amazing and you didn’t fail at all. Sticking to something like that while filming and editing it all is no joke!! You’ve inspired me to try and do this. I’ve been very much like you in that I keep waiting for things to be perfect. I should know by now that isn’t going to happen, and give it a go anyway. Thanks for your hard work and wonderful example.

[@WithLoveKristina]

I love you too Laci! And YES please share all the videos with us even if they aren't perfect! I think it was kind of a relief to put out something that wasn't super aesthetic - it kind of showed me that real life can be equally beautiful.