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

[@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.

[@LightLivingEst80]

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!

[@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 :)

[@ygarza7319]

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

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you for thinking so!

[@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!

[@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 ❤

[@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!

[@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!

[@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.

[@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

[@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 😁💓👏🏼🙌🏼✨

[@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.

[@catherinekeddy2816]

You are not a failure. Anyone who can do all that you do and do it well is a star in my book.

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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?

[@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!

[@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!

[@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 ❤

[@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!!

[@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!

[@CynthiaBoggs-o4u]

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.

[@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.

[@elizabethcarver9902]

Loved loved loved your honesty

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you!

[@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!

[@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.

[@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. ❤💐🥰

[@koreaboo1437]

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

[@WithLoveKristina]

So true. Thank you!

[@ioanaadriana610]

Failed?? Are u kidding me? 4 Kids and all that work done!! And vacuuming while holding your baby 🥳 YOU ARE A HERO!! God bless you, woman-wife-mother🥰🥰🥰

[@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.

[@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!

[@thee_OFFline_Jawn]

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

[@WithLoveKristina]

Haha 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!

[@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!

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@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!

[@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,!!!

[@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! 😭

[@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!

[@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 ;)

[@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👍🏼

[@Eneri-z9v]

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

[@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!

[@ladyinaafoose]

I friggin' ADORE your strawberry🍓 teakettle 😍

[@WithLoveKristina]

Ooh thank you! It was thrifted!

[@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!

[@donnaallen9863]

As a child of the 50s, I remember watching my mother cook, clean, do all laundry including cloth DIAPERS (and hanging it all out on a clothesline), for 4 children. I just did not realize how much work this was for her. I would love to go back in time and tell her thank you.

[@Topaz_Soul]

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 ! 👏

[@wendelinharrison9571]

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

[@hollybritton7255]

A loving mother like you is always timeless ❤️

[@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 :)

[@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!

[@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.

[@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!

[@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!❤️

[@madihajm1294]

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

[@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!

[@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. 🥰

[@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!

[@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!

[@1987missy1]

I just found your channel & LOVE it.. You are REAL not a failure. Please keep up the good work. My daughter & I LOVE the 50’s but we want real life in the 50’s & this is it to us. Your kids are adorable. We look forward to watching you forever.. 👍😊

[@mustardpicklemama728]

Ahhhh goodness! I try all the time to do this with a child and flop, so humbling to see you rocking it, as I do, authentically! 💛💛💛🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@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!❤

[@mroberson325]

Thank you! Finally one with kids, showing how hard it is with little kids. Life with kids is hard! And I'm so glad you showed your house. All the other videos have houses that are already magazine ready and mine is so absolutely not. I'm a terrible housekeeper. But this was so nice to watch. Someone I could relate to.

[@lauraanthony773]

Love this. You did a fabulous job sharing your week with us. I’m here for the pretty dresses, cute hair scarves, funny dinners (beef loaf with potato chips in it, YES!) and not for any aesthetic “accuracy” whatsoever. I wish my Grandma was still here so I could talk about motherhood with her… your videos are a close second. It is tiring but worthwhile and worthy work. Lovely reminders to take some breaks during the day, too. Many blessings to you and yours! 💕

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@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. 💕

[@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.

[@pagemorrison3698]

Thanks for being real and honest about not always being "perfect" 💓

[@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 💜

[@saraenglish1967]

I am home, sick, and feeling sorry for myself, looking at my mess of a home. I found this video, although you have filmed it some time ago. I cannot tell you what a joy it is to see you and your beautiful family. Certainl there is , no failure and a wonderful reminder to slow down, and take care of things that matter. I remember my grandmother being constantly in movement, as she kept house... exhausting. Thanks for this video, and keep being YOU who, by the way, is not in competition with anyone else :)

[@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.

[@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!

[@bronazlin4955]

You are amazing!!! NEVER compare yourself to anyone! You shine you're own way!!🤗xx

[@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.

[@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!

[@MissChaiQueen]

Thanks for such a lovely, geniune video. I found you while searching for videos on how to keep house like the 1950s because it feels like they always had a perfectly kept house and right now my house is FAR from clean. I'm so glad I found you because I feel so much encouragement. My baby is 5 months now and I have older kids. This was so encouraging and helpful.

[@Anne-pk8gs]

Your video was very authentic. You did good. And stretching everyday is good for you even if you don’t exercise. Your kids are adorable & so helpful ❤

[@RachelAlyseThomas]

In no way did you fail. You're an amazing mama and homemaker. I really enjoyed this very authentic video. And your makeup and outfits where fabulous!!

[@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!

[@deanneghoreishi8605]

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

[@Mrstraditionalfamily3280]

I enjoy watching your 1950s routine with little ones around, your video was much needed! And your voice is very soothing to listen to. I play your videos while I clean, it’s great motivation 👏

[@RadianceRush]

You sooo did not fail! You did wonderfully! You should be proud of yourself!

[@Loveshell7]

And you did all this around Christmas. Wow! You are something else! Great Job Mama! You are Beautiful! Thank You for your video and all the hard work you did with a houseful

[@angelakalmer1852]

You didn't fail! I loved it! It taught me a lot! Thanks!😊

[@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❤️❤️

[@classydiva]

I am absolutely in love with your Christmas decor, the fire place, the stockings, the tree etc.

[@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.