Preventing Pregnancy, Blurring Kids, Homemaking... Raw Q&A!

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[@SarahThereseCo]

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[@user-iz6om9xd1m]

Chuck the onion In the microwave for 30 seconds before cutting it and the tears will not come out, thank me later

[@claremarie7930]

Such a graceful way to answer the question regarding birth control! I appreciate and highly respect your level of protection of your children and marriage!

[@kerriecu2]

Does anyone here follow, Life with Beans. An Australian family with ten children. They have great, simple birthdays, at home, with a cake of the child’s choice. For gifts they have four gifts; something to wear, something to read, something you need and something you want. Simple, family time. The child also gets to choose an outing they want. Nothing spectacular but just special for them. 👍

[@bakerbrewz]

I absolutely love this idea! Birthdays are so big and so expensive and it feels like it takes away from what the child really wants or needs. I like the idea of going back to simple and thoughtful birthdays that are special occasions for family. Thanks for sharing I am eager to check them out.

[@abialabama]

I have five kids. I stave birthdays off for as long as possible (🤣), so don’t really celebrate first birthdays - they don’t know, they don’t care - and second birthdays are veeeery minimal. In our house it is three or four gifts, very like the practice you mention, and something special to eat, be it cake, donuts - made or bought - but simple simple simple and nothing really junky ever. We don’t do parties or gatherings unless the child specifically requests such a thing, that has happened once (!), and the day is otherwise low key maybe an outing to a play park or cafe. We have very little money but I find without building birthdays up into some frenzy, they are always very enjoyable and low key and the kids love that! They don’t want anything else and love those special days. One thing we do that is weird to most and I don’t know anyone else who does it, is I always get each other child one small gift on their sibling’s birthday. I early on realised this helps spread the joy and allay jealousy and moodiness and makes the day happier for everyone. Birthdays are much anticipated but very happy and manageable events for us!

[@hannahcrisp4202]

“If you want to change the world, go home and serve your family” And you certainly do this Sarah. Thank you for your “laid back” but intentional attitude towards being a woman of God. I appreciate this video a great deal!

[@Sherlock245]

If you want to change the world 1st clean up your room. ❤

[@oliviabarks3675]

I literally never ever comment. However, watching this video was one giant “ah-ha” moment and also felt like a breath of fresh air. You are the mom and friend a lot of us need! Thank you for showing up for moms like me ❤

[@clairrussell1304]

I SO agree with you about the praise songs!!!!!! Give me a hymn when I need comfort or peace or when I die!!!!

[@nikkigreenhow1216]

Great Q&A! Thank you! One comment about our Canadian healthcare system (from a HCW)... although we don't pay at point of service for our care, we do pay heavily for it in our high taxes and very long wait times. There's definitely a trade off :)

[@bingjenn]

I was going to say the same. Your healthcare is definitely NOT free. I’m in the states, and I’d bet Canadians pay way more than I do for services.

[@jamiebrinkman9034]

Yes I lived in Canada when I was young and also UK when I was older. My parents much prefer the US health care. Yes it's expensive if something goes wrong but you will be seen right away and the doctors are great! I think if you have 5+ kids it might even out though I'm not sure. But for those with no kids or only a couple it's more expensive in Canada because you are taxed for it.

[@andrearoballo1254]

As a mom to a 2 week old “if you’re just existing that’s ok and it’s just for now” hits! Thanks!! ❤

[@melissafriedrichs4716]

Omgosh, what you said about singing hymns and about praise and worship music. Totally agree!

[@karlynpeterson2871]

I loved what you said about the importance of REST to then better serve those around you, as opposed to 'self care' and being too consumed with one's self. Such a refreshing take!

[@lobsterkitty7]

I appreciate your comment towards sacrifice in intimacy. There is a strange cultural drive in men to not use condoms (especially with some Christian men!!) and I think this point is often overlooked. Women sacrificing our health with hormones shouldn't be the norm ✌🏻

[@kitty19254]

I actually understood something different. Very euphemistic for sure (I definitely understand maintaining personal privacy but I think advocating for healthier pregnancy prevention is really helpful!), but I thought she was referencing something more like FAM (fertility awareness method) which requires knowing and tracking your cycle and not having sex during ovulation. Could be both/either! Totally agree about the injustice of women's hormonal birth control being the norm. Not a new idea, but I'm totally convinced it's a derivative of our historically (and in many ways currently) sexist, patriarchal medical field....not about it.

[@kitty19254]

For anyone unaware, FAM is often vilified as being the same thing as the "rhythm method" (even still described as such on Planned Parenthood's and others website). It definitely isn't! It's based off an intimate knowledge (and testing if necessary) of your own unique cycle, not the arbitrary 28-day standard cycle of the RM which also relies on past information to predict future fertility as opposed to treating each cycle as it's own discrete function. :)

[@isbllaechannel5561]

I'm pretty sure she didn't mean wearing condoms and she relies on God deciding if she will get pregnant or not. I might be wrong but that's what I understood. I respect her view but I also think that in 2024 we should give to science and prevention more credibility than "God's choice". That's just my opinion.

[@henrysmom1742]

I practiced FAM for 11 years without a pregnancy and when I decided to start a family got pregnant right away, was very fertile, so it was very effective for preventing pregnancy ​@kitty19254

[@mariajuanesta3319]

She was not talking about condom use. She most likely uses NFP or simply does not prevent. This is what I do. I have 5 kids and am open to more. However, I use NFP if I need to avoid (currently on NFP because my baby is 8 months and I am healing from csection)

[@hkschrock93]

This is why I am glad I found your channel…you are down to earth, confident and if I can say, old fashioned?! This video was so encouraging to me in that there is someone else out there who has the same ideas and convictions! Thanks for being a light!

[@isabellalacy9901]

Ahh Sarah!! I love this so much and I am so obsessed with your content. Thank you for being such an inspiration to me and so many other girls. I love seeing how you’re a mom to your kids and it’s so sweet. Ilysm and I hope you’re having an amazing day 💕

[@Heartandhomewithamanda]

Thanks for answering these questions Sarah. ❤

[@LydiaWalker]

Wow, I loved this entire thing and didn’t realize how much I needed this. Thank you for sharing all of this from your perspective.

[@alainachristine8602]

This is so refreshing 😭 your channel and your perspective is such a blessing!

[@YogaNurture]

I loved your simple explanation of picking curriculum, keeping what you like, stopping what you dont. We complicate things SO much!!! That was a refreshing video all around! And yes, hymns!!!!

[@juliaknepper4024]

Thanks for the ultra realistic take on motherhood in earlier days. As a newer mom it can be hard to compare myself to someone like you, but it's incredible that God really just gives you what you need for your specific stage. So although in your videos you typically appear to be a 5 kid and clean house MACHINE, there was a day in which you would've been happy with a store bought pizza. Just such a great reminder to not compare. God bless!

[@missclover7781]

So glad you're back and able to have the boundaries that work for your family ❤

[@Dana-mb1hd]

Sarah good for you to protect your children from social media ! Your a GREAT MAMA❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@IndigoJebus]

I love you for being so real, it’s so hard to not compare yourself to others and it’s so refreshing to see someone who looks like they always have it completely put together talk about it being hard sometimes and life not being perfect

[@Annina64]

That was really awesome, thank you❤

[@aesterPie]

Hearing you say you go out for your mental health everyday and how you can just be exhausted and if I’m just existing that’s OkY it’s just for now. LITERALLY made me feel so much relief I’ve had so much anxiety and guilt over constantly just going out every day, and feeling so tired. But it gives me so much purpose and I’m so glad that it’s not odd or a “bad thing” to do everyday. Thank you for the reassurance for this moment in my life

[@TheMintycrow]

I appreciate you blurring your kids faces and I hope this message comes across with the intent it is meant (with kindness) - blurring faces is a good step but the people you’re protecting your children from care very little about their faces and much more about their bodies unfortunately. I strongly believe children should be protected in every way and have their privacy. Xx

[@haleyjensen3619]

I go to a church that sings hymns and I always feel the spirit. I enjoy praise songs during my week and hymns more on the weekends and I feel like it’s a really balanced way to enjoy both🥰

[@jessicasands2770]

Thank you for being you and real. Not sugar coating things to please others. I appreciate your videos and your advice.❤

[@lorrem2539]

As a gramma now, I thought birthdays have really gotten out of control for kids. TOO much stimulation, no wonder kids are so hyper, can't focus and feel intitled that all their wants should be given to them. You are doing it right, simple and easy.

[@hannahbentson9374]

Listening to this video like a podcast - perfect for naptime ☕️

[@callingjc]

I am so impressed with you and your ways that you live your life. I listened to this video twice. You are an amazing momma and wife. I hope you, or whoever was not feeling well, is feeling better soon. Thanks for sharing your life with us. I love it!

[@courtstenn]

Such a helpful video , Thankyou.❤

[@drusillayoung9552]

Glad your back missed your videos. ❤❤❤

[@yerushalisanne]

I love that plant! It’s probably very happy to be taken care of ❤

[@MarianneMedlin-dz4dz]

I have really appreciated your style of videos since you came back to youtube. Thank you for sharing.

[@carleyprater2440]

Your videos are delightful! Thank you❤

[@asdfghjklasskdfghjkl]

Love this video! Feels like I’m sitting in your kitchen having a chat!

[@perle13930]

Good to see you back sweety 🙏✝️🤍

[@thankfulea2761]

I got a lot from this video but HYMNS! Yessss, that’s what I really needed to hear. Thanks girlio, so much wisdom

[@DawsonDaysatHome]

Loved this!

[@klingelndertruthahn8265]

I am very jealous of that sweater, its soooooo cool

[@AlexysEisenhour]

I’ve missed just listening to you talk about life. This was healing. Thank you ❤️

[@samanthalewis005]

I’ve been watching since you lived in a tiny home with just Ivy and Calvin. I loved that content and love your new content. Good for you setting boundaries that work for your family!

[@kaylajames2788]

Love the idea that you just have to get through the hard times sometimes.. there's no magic solution you just have to exist through it.

[@alexsullivan_ledbylove]

Thank you. This is just so timely for me.. I just feel the goodness of God all over your life and it's so refreshing to watch. Thank you for sharing allllll the things! Blessings to you from one mama to another ❤️

[@christinegoertzen7974]

Thanks 🙏🏼 good reminders through.

[@sav99900]

After visiting Vancouver and BC for the first time last week, I don’t know how anyone would wanna leave and come to the states! Beautiful place!!

[@chiaralright5402]

Great advice Sarah! I especially loved your talk about hymns!! My favorite hymn is “Abide with me” but now I’m inspired to learn more hymns to sing around the house with my son! ❤️

[@amiliasofia7563]

Do you not have a garden? How do you manage getting outdoors with your children? Where do you go and how much time do you spend outdoors? Thanks!

[@staciegreen9950]

I really enjoyed this video❤

[@crystalh28]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Thank you, Sarah! We are a homeschooling family and I have recently been looking into Memoria Press. Would you ever consider doing a flip through video? There doesn't seem to be many videos on Memoria Press, so when you pulled it out of your cabinet, I was super excited. Thanks again! ❤

[@mramirez5239]

GREAT CHAT. 💜

[@kelseymena1844]

This was fun :)

[@tishinahoneyblue5355]

You are so inspiring 💗

[@nh2008]

I loved this 🥲🥲 God bless you richly and your family forever ❤️

[@OurMessyHouse]

Loved this ❤

[@justn5424]

I really appreciated your answer on birth control and such a wonderful way of explaining it. I will definitely be using that when people ask me. Thanks!!

[@staciemurray514]

Loved this video❤

[@MarLeahCole]

Okay, loving this video! It was so refreshing for me! Also agree 100% about hymns vs praise and worship!!

[@nancydroge7682]

Excellent video! You are wise beyond your years! Your personality is delightful! Thank you for sharing your multiple areas of expertise in the beautiful way that you do; a way that inspires & blesses those who watch! We love (& sing) the hymns in our home too! 🎶✨♥️

[@AIApprentice]

Another onion trick is keeping a bowl of water next to where you're chopping! It is attracted to moisture and if the nearest is your tearducts/eyes it will make you cry.

[@_pugito1659]

I need to try this thank you

[@amandafranklin1770]

I have also heard of wetting a paper towel with water and putting it on the counter next to where you're chopping onions. It has worked for me multiple times. I'll have to try the bowl of water trick too!

[@alexandriabrown3265]

I have taken to simply wearing my husband's big swim goggles 😂 works like a charm.

[@lisaweaver7881]

I enjoy your channel so, so much!! I echo your comment on worship music!! Give me those old hymns any day! Also admire you so much for pulling back so much and not sharing everything. I get so tired of clicking on a video and getting just way too much information on a couples intimate relationship. Seems to be getting more and more common. Thank you for your beautiful videos!!

[@msbeautybubbles411]

We just started birthdays and I decided to start the tradition of just a simple box cake with sprinkles and then a fun day for the kiddo doing something special! Crazy complicated birthdays are not my vibe.

[@abigaildearaujo6898]

Could you please do a video on making a sourdough starter?

[@melgarrity]

I miss your old channel, was my favourite! Felt more relatable

[@samanthasmorong7519]

Thank you for sharing homeschool and not a homesteader! We live in a townhouse, we have some raised beds but no way to have chickens or a huge garden. But we do garden at community gardens and shop at farmers markets 😄

[@angelag5523]

Love this q and a Sarah. And I love how the gospel and the Word are infused into your speech. I can tell you are feeding and being fed on rich truths and good doctrine. Praise God. You’ve grown so much since I started watching you in your house trailer. I’m not old per se but I’m an almost 36 year old mama with a 16 year old as my oldest and my youngest being almost 10. I married young and have never regretted it. Have a beautiful Sunday

[@peggy9300]

Love your comment on Hymns❤ So true.

[@madisonkisgen969]

Would love a video on making simple, yummy baby food!

[@christinescoffeethoughts]

Love your videos! Please yes do a wife talk and mom talk series

[@lynn5505]

You should paint your cabinets the color you want and forget about resell value. I’ve seen so many homes for sale lately with colored cabinets! ( in the states) also, if you think you’re going to live in your house 2 plus years or longer I’d just do it! Life is to short not to embrace what you love in your own space ❤

[@alexandralawson9578]

Yes! I agree I want to do this but my husbands not on board!

[@samanthaheins7711]

They redid the whole kitchen when they bought the house. I wonder why they put in the white cabinets then?

[@seekingtruthandcompassion1707]

Would love to see you do a book one day !

[@dOtikaAaA]

You are such a great person to listen too. We do live in the US and I do agree that these food regulations are wacky. Wish they weren’t but it is what it is. Thanks for the video!

[@rebeccashawn1414]

I never want to be a mom or be a wife BUT watching your videos makes me feel like IF it did happen then I could do it so thanks! ❤

[@calebpierre698]

Hi Sarah, this is the first time I am writing here (using my son's account ;) ) My name is Liza. I am from New Brunswick, speaking French. I watch your youtube channel since your beginings. I just want to say that it is encouraging hearing that THERE ARE christians out there seeking for biblical churches, loving hymns, etc. Thanks for sharing :) Your sis.

[@emmamulholland4858]

I love your sweater ❤

[@nassilab]

Hi Sarah! If you ever get to my (really random) question: I was wondering how you keep your kitchen towels so clean? Mine always get stains that do not go away after wash (in washing machine). Any recommendation is welcome! Thanks a lot

[@cynthiawhitcomb1780]

Yes! Hymns❤️

[@crazyleaf257]

So good

[@stschubs]

It's nice to hear someone else talk about hymns. It took me a long time to understand and come to terms with praise and worship and why it wasn't working for me, thankfully for me God knows best and a pianist hymn playing job fell into my lap and now I just share hymns every week! It's lovely, there's a level of depth and musicality that just isn't in P&W nowadays! The history behind It Is Well With My Soul is staggering

[@allanasosa7910]

stick your tongue out whilst cutting onions - the fumes from onions are attracted to the nearest moisture membrane so if you stick out your tongue - no tears. I look crazy every time and I am just so thankful for no more watery eyes! 😄

[@scarletstevens]

Was listening to you speak and talk about self sacrifice and not wanting a denomination and also not appreciating the praise and worship concert songs and I just thought WOW her heart seems so primed for Orthodox Christianity ☦️ I would look into it! So many videos online. Patristic Nectar is a great channel. And Rock and Sand on KZbin. My family chose orthodoxy just two years ago.. never looking back! Thank you for sharing your heart with us.. praying for your health situation. May the Lord have mercy 🙏🏼🙏🏼💗💗 Been watching your channels for about 8/9 years now! Hugs 💗

[@AuguryD]

Basic birthdays with family here too. Simple and focused.

[@markiebailey2091]

YES👏🏼

[@alenakhatuntsev4042]

That’s how we do our kids birthdays! I always felt guilty for not being the mom who bakes her kids a birthday cake, glad I’m not the only one 😂

[@shelby3987]

Simple birthdays are the best! We live in a world that is so materialistic and vain. Except our simple birthdays always include a home made desert! (Usually brownies!)

[@kierareed8145]

I never xomment but kust wanted to ssy i really loved this video it felt so natural and not forced

[@allibourque4588]

Use a wet towel or paper towels when cutting onions it helps put it next to the onion

[@abigaildearaujo6898]

Hi Sarah, could you please do a wife talk video for newlyweds. My fiance and I are getting married next year and we are trying to build our marraige around the Lord. I would love if you could share your advice as if you were a newlywed. ❤Thank you.

[@SJ-qf2tz]

There is XO ministry. They do pre-marital classes. Check it out :)

[@sarahhanlon1310]

Thanking God for giving you this talent that you’re redeeming so beautifully. I feel like we could sit down over a cup of coffee and be friends 😆. Keep spreading His light. Thank you for sharing the content. It’s these videos I watch in my rest time that propel me forward to go and do.

[@TheMennomilist]

I love that you haven't had to pay at all for having a baby. I have only had that experience in the states here ONCE with my second child. My husband's insurance completely covered the costs. I hear you. Makes me want to move to Canada! I am still paying off my last birth that was just over a year ago (though I have less than 2k left on it, but still, it was 11k). I used Rod and Staff math for my older children, but then again I used Rod and Staff for English too (and since it is a Mennonite curriculum, it suited us).

[@faithcritchfield1066]

If you ever do decide to publish a book just know that I will be first in line to purchase it! Also, I have so much respect for your choice to be more private about your life, many on the Internet could benefit from your example.

[@afaulkner2017]

Would you do a house tour to show your minimal lifestyle?

[@mp6861]

Thank you for saying that serving boxed Mac n cheese is still a win! 😅

[@monacokrohn347]

If you ever get a chance, even if you're not part of any particular denomination, you should visit Holy Family Parish in Vancouver just off Victoria. They will not disappoint with their hymns. My MIL doesn't do anything anymore, but if we go at Easter or Christmas, she is there because the choir is so phenomenal with the old Latin hymns!

[@theworkfromhomesteader]

Im the same with getting out of the house!

[@lauranolan4130]

Sarah Therese, have you ever considered becoming Catholic? Just thought of it because of your stance on birth control and hymns :) Love all of your beautiful home-making content. You are an inspiration!

[@linila1]

Nice video : ) Also, what is that gorgeous plant?

[@stacyfakename]

Sugar in sourdough bread is mostly used up by the yeast, so it's not as present as you'd think in the baked bread :)

[@reent4932]

Hi Sarah, I wondered if you could give some advice on how you prepared your body for a healthy pregnancy? I pray to be a mum one day but it's easy to get lost in all the varying opinions about fertility diets, supplements, coffee or no coffee....

[@tanyaess4463]

Do you have a hymns playlist? Love what you said about singing our loved ones into the arms of Jesus with hymns ❤

[@misslyss2992]

Where did you get your pantry storage containers (like what you keep your sugar or baking soda in)?