The Ugly Side of Parenting & How Am I Really? // Laundry Chats

[@Justine1215]

I’m neither married nor a mother nor a Christian but I just wanted to say, watching you care for your family has really changed my opinion for the better about wanting my own kids someday. So thank you!

[@hdmm9136]

Same here! Watching her videos bring a sense of peace.

[@kaitlincrane_]

Aww that is so sweet! Children are an absolute joy

[@hconf]

Same!!!!!

[@rachelvaldez3742]

Same!! I'm a Christian though, but neither married nor a mother! Haha! Watching from the Philippines!

[@NatalieFowler]

Same !! I love watching Delilahs videos !!

[@flowerboy9222]

Delilah: It feels like we're just sitting down as moms together Me (an 18-year-old high school student/cat mom of 4): Yessssss

[@Megan_Truly]

Haha I know a lot of us watch people we don't have a ton in common with. I'm 37 do have kids but I also watch Yasmyn Switzer's (spelling? maybe Yazmyn, IDK) videos, she is so much younger and her life looks so different than me but I find her cute little family entertaining.

[@cerenity3578]

Dude i'm a 16 year old sophomore with obviously no kids or even pets. Imagine how I FEEL when she said that lol-

[@cerenity3578]

@@Megan_Truly Oh watch her too. She just had her 3rd daughter at 20. I always find mom youtubers who are teen moms or were teen moms and still having kids into their adulthood interesting cause their more relatable in a sense? Like obviously not having kids that young but just.. seeing them grow and having struggles, along with their kids and their stories on that. I just find it more interesting then the ones that are already into their 20s, is married and having the kids cause that's normal and common so nothing much going on with that. But like I'm saying, the teen to young adult mom youtubers and their backstories and channels I just find more entertaining and stuff. Glad to see someone who feels the same way. With my age, I still always feel weird watching family channels or following pregnancy journeys but yet I can't stop. I honestly don't know what it is. I first watched videos critizing teens who was having babies at 13, then watched their stories and ever since.. couldn't stop and continued exploring ever since. Unfortunately my mom as a christian thinks their not the best mothers which sometimes may be the case but not ALL of them are bad if u just listen to them and see what they actually doing and trying their best for their kids. I'm scared to have that conversation with her but i'ma leave it as her opinion. It's just the marriage before kids trope. Not saying its bad to follow or believe but sometimes it can make u a bit blind to situations like certain teen moms cause its that they still read the bible, and pray and believe in God even tho they sinned and it wasn't even intentional but they handle it mostly maturely and the best way they could. Their still young and gonna have some struggles and regrets here and there but the love I see with them and their kids is utterly unbreakable.

[@Alicias]

LITERALLY ME HAHAHA

[@lunalucie]

I'm 15 and i have "just" one cat but SAME

[@morganlugo7413]

For the one asking about how to be okay when your husband doesn't want kids yet: here is a non-biblical viewpoint. Ask him why he is not ready, and whatever he tells you, ask him how you can help him get there. If finances are his worries, work with him on a budget to ease his stress. If he says there are still things he wants to do first, ask him what those things are, and make a list to get through together. Your partner is the one that will be with you possibly forever. Your children will eventually leave, so make sure you are mindful of your partner's needs as to not cause tension or resentment. And if you DO begin to feel resentment, talk about it. Tell him how you are feeling, and ask him to give you the same grace as you have given him with his worries about parenthood. It's about compromise. If this is a relationship you want to continue, you will both have to be willing to make small sacrifices for each other. And here is the kicker, you don't HAVE TO be okay about him not being ready. You can be as upset as you need to be about it, as long as you are not assigning blame. Be honest with yourself and your partner. If you are not okay about it, that's 100% valid.

[@--2110]

True. Also, its okay if you want children but don't forget, it's also okay if your partner doesn't! Not everybody needs to be forced to have children. And it's not okay to pray to the Lord he would change your partners heart. What if your partner prayed the Lord would change your heart? 😅 sorry thats childish

[@hyrunnisa997]

I agree with all of these suggestions and honestly if you do all of that and he still doesn't want kids its probably not about any particular reason. It might just be he doesn't want kids and its ok to decide that your family goals don't align and maybe decide the relationship is not right. I kids are not something that can be compromised. One person will be upset for a really really long time. I have wanted kids my whole life. Thats not true for everyone. Its important to talk about these things before marriage and its ok if people change their mind. But I dont think its fair to ask someone to give up something like having kids. Or to force someone to have kids if they don't want to.

[@kristinccha]

This is a wonderful response

[@morganlugo7413]

@@Bobbie-G If you have to pray to your deity and ask it to change your partner so that you are happy, maybe that isn't a relationship you should be in.

[@christinelavallee57]

And this should definitely be a conversation you are completely honest about, long before rings are on fingers, because like someone else said in the thread, you really can’t compromise on this topic. You need to both want children or not want children together. Timing and the number of kids is something that can be compromised if that’s a conversation you’re willing to have.

[@austinmerrifield9836]

I found out I'm PREGNANT this week with our first baby! ❤️ Thank you for showing me the beauty of motherhood; I wouldn't be here pregnant without the inspiration you've given me ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@rkw957]

Congratulations 🎉

[@ameliaduden488]

Congratulations!!!🥰

[@ac-ft2rf]

Congratulations! ❤️

[@CMBauer]

Congratulations!!!

[@willhenzia4147]

Lovely!! Wishing you the best! ❤

[@reemalsaleh7914]

I'm not Christian In fact, I am a Muslim mother and a uni student from the Middle East. I love watching your videos they helped me on so many levels in my life.

[@egygirl17]

وانا كمان يا ريم والله 😄

[@reemalsaleh7914]

@@egygirl17 ههههههه اهلا فيك صحيح قناتها مثل الطبطبة على القلب سعادة وبساطة وطمئنينة توصلها لنا 😁💗

[@JesDiaries]

Lol same 😂😂💕 Lots of love and luck to you🤍

[@msaijay1153]

My husband always wanted to get married and then start a family 5 years later so he could have some time with just his wife. Well I was 30 when we got married and he was a few years older and I just didn't think it was a good idea to wait 5 years. We discussed it frequently. About 7 months after we got married he did an OB rotation in paramedic school. He saw 3 babies being born, one cesarean and 2 vaginal. This was the first time he witnessed this beautiful event and it touched his heart. He came home and told me "I almost cried and I don't even know these people! I want that for us." One year later it was us having a beautiful baby girl in the same hospital and with the same nurse. Anyway, my advice is to keep communication open and keep reassessing.

[@lorainek.2225]

This background filled my soul with joy, it’s perfect! ✨

[@mariaadams8469]

I just started doing our laundry on a rotation and I love it! Monday: my clothes Tuesday: my husband's clothes Wednesday: children's clothes Thursday: towels Friday: bedding

[@christinejobin2617]

Delilah, you’re so awesome. I appreciate your views on religion, values, and respecting your children’s decisions. I’m an atheist who has been watching since you found out you were pregnant with baby Theo, and I’ve always been hesitant to engage in your comments cause I’ve always worried that maybe you wouldn’t want someone like me commenting- but I think maybe that’s just in my head. :) I appreciate you, one of my fav youtubers!

[@morganlugo7413]

I organize my laundry by wash temperature/drying needs, and whether or not it needs a mesh bag. Monday: No bag, warm wash & tumble dry (regular shirts, pants, etc) Tuesday: Bagged, warm wash & tumble dry (socks, undies, other delicates) Wednesday: cold wash & hang dry (sweaters, fleece, dresses, bras) Thursday: Hot wash & tumble dry (towels, rags, smocks/extra dirty stuff) Friday: whatever else needs washing for the week (sheets, blankets, etc)

[@silverscapes9628]

Just had my first baby in October, and I'm so excited for holidays to become magical again. I'm the second oldest of 6, so holidays were always magical even just watching my little sisters get excited about things. When I left home, I remember feeling like the holiday seasons felt like every other day of the year. Now, I get to watch the wonder in my son's eyes as he experiences it all.

[@mael2039]

we always decorated the tree as kids with tons of handmade ornaments, and our tree never looked like one of those really well put together, colour scheme matching trees, we even had handmade ornaments that our parents made when they were kids, and lots of when we were kids. Also a lot of vintage wooden handmade ornaments and stuff, but a lot of dyi stuff. Now I have my own, and I still put handmade, kid-made ornaments up every year, and yea, you can for sure see that they're kid-made, but I think that's part of the charm. Sorry, getting off track and rambling about the Christmas tree five minutes in

[@ashboheme]

I'm an 18-year-old woman who is single, doesn't want children, and is an atheist, but I still love watching your videos. You have such a beautiful, loving family, Delilah. You are a gorgeous person inside and out and have a very soothing voice, haha! I love you!! - Ashley

[@phaymoores809]

I love the respect you grant and gift your family - like not showing the kids when they’re upset, or calling Zack ahead of a potentially embarrassing story.

[@clarajo6932]

I sort our laundry by person (there are 7 of us!) and then towels and bedding separately. Everyone has their own hamper and my bigger kids have to bring their full baskets to me to wash/dry and then they fold it themselves. That way I'm not overwhelmed by laundry constantly. I love these sitdown "chats" with you!

[@mskjaer496]

Me to! Even if I have to fold it for them it helps that it is only for one room, and I dont have to sort..

[@CorrinaRoseWrites]

As a stay at home mom of two toddlers, I totally relate to the long bathroom break 🤣 the bathroom is my place of solace when I need a little moment to collect myself and pray 🙏

[@carleighbrubacher7524]

Delilah this was such a good, God-filled q&a! Thank you for doing what you do!

[@ibarahimsaniumar3041]

±2348102689570⏯️⏯️⏯️⏯️ Hello it's works I can't believe am with my love again after so many years of break-up.,.........

[@MayaArielH]

I am a 29 year old non religious newlywed (3 months) who definitely wants kids but scared of the change. I fear not being ready enough and judgment from others that it’s too soon, but it is something that both my husband and I really want.

[@jaynemarie81]

I LOVE it when you talk about your faith and give marriage advice. You're a great spiritual leader/ example. Keep up the Good Work! x

[@carolethomas4714]

It’s so refreshing to hear you talk about your faith in regular conversation. This is something I want to do more and you are an excellent model! Thank you for everything you do.

[@zsuzsannakosa6204]

There is something so calming in this videos. Thank you for doing this chanel. Sometimes when I'm anxious about motherhood things, I think about you, and how dedicated you are, and it helps.

[@danielledammeyer7764]

I have been really loving your hair and style lately! You're looking beautiful!

[@DJ-vy3hu]

Don’t take vids down if you stop! First video I found of yours was what you fed Theo when he was 7 or 8 months old after looking for info on how to start feeding my son. Then I binged watched everything and your videos helped me become less of an anxious first time mom! They seriously helped me relax so much! I agree about tummy time being pushed by docs and also the feeding every two hours. When I failed at breastfeeding I was so depressed after being bombarded with advice from docs and nurses that breast is best and blah blah blah. I wish I did things differently, more relaxed. But anyways, your videos helped me so please don’t take them down!

[@findingjoyinshadows]

I love watching these chats! It feels so comfortable and cozy and you are very inspiring! Also the aesthetic of your home is just so genuinely calming and peaceful to look at!

[@jessicaanderson4471]

From one believer to another - Thank you for sharing the gospel & your faith! 🤍

[@kaitlincrane_]

I love these chats, and I love your channel! Thank you so much for sitting down and chatting ❤️ You and your family are such a light in my life, thank you for uploading as often as you do and sharing with us!

[@paulaneary6468]

Im a 53 year old mother of two grown sons...one living in vancouver Your soul inspires me to breathe and to stop and smell the flowers. Im actively trying to embrace this stage of life. Some days are easier than others. I enjoy your videos immensely. Tummy time was never a thing for my babies and they are both llarge strong men

[@littleangel4780]

Baby William under the tree is the sweetest thing you'll see all day ❤

[@samanthastonehocker4257]

I always enjoy these videos so much Delilah. I either listen and cook or listen and do laundry too. I feel so connected to you as a person, so thank you so much for being you!

[@viviangautier2160]

I am not a mother but I love watching your channel. Love the way you take care of your kids and I just love to hear your stories and see the kids running around and helping you do the shores.

[@morgan-johnston]

These are my favorite videos to watch. I am a new wife and I absolutely love your videos. I’m only 21, so I feel like you guide me in my journey. I’m in Canada for the first time visiting my in-laws and I’m so excited!

[@michaelajones2307]

The way I see it is, if we tell our kids Santa is “real” but one day they find out or we tell them he isn’t really real, will they also question the existence of God? They can’t physically see Him, but they do see “Santa” in malls etc and to find out he isn’t real how will they be able to know the difference between make believe and just for fun, and the existence of a living savior. The Bible does say “For what if some did not believe? shall their unbelief make the faith of God without effect?” Therefore, it isn’t our belief in God that makes Him “real”. Also, who wants to give a make believe man the credit for the love you pour out to your kids through gift giving etc lol

[@gabriellaruhlman6688]

LOVE this comment!!

[@gabriellaruhlman6688]

Never thought about it that way, giving credit to a make believe man for the love you pour into your kids. That's such a good point, I always have a hard time explaining to family or friends why we have chosen not to teach our kids that Santa is real.

[@960junebug]

This is exactly what my parents said about why they didn't teach us to believe in Santa. Also, my mom was taught to believe in the tooth fairy as a kid, and then one day she found all of her baby teeth in her mom's jewelry box and she was CRUSHED. So from then on, she was determined never to lie to her kids.

[@Bananabread8]

I was bought up Christian and believing in Santa and that never happened to me, when I found out about Santa I was okay with it and never even related that to God/Jesus being real or not

[@kaciacaroline]

We have a different approach that might add to the conversation. We tell our kids that Santa exists to spread the joy of Christ, the gospel and Santa brings gifts to children because of the gifts for the Christ child. We do a couple other things like, Santa gives only 3 gifts (because of the 3 kings gifts) and we have the kids give away a toy on Christmas eve "for the Christ child" as part of our Nativity retelling. And then Santa takes the toys to give to others. Basically, we keep Santa as Christ centered and as symbolic of Christlike love as possible.

[@cittylivelovedance]

I really want this baby out before Christmas! That's all I want😭Today is my due date with baby #2 and I'm just so ready for him❤️

[@jessicasantos6690]

I'm not a parent yet, but it's so nice to actually hear from another couple who isn't teaching about Santa being real. My husband and I decided years ago that we will not be celebrating Santa with our kids.

[@thetreasureinthefield]

William at 1:38 🤣🤣🤣 I have a separate hamper for each person and also towels and whichever hamper is filled most is what I do. My kids put their own clothes away. They are 5 & 3 :) I do a no golf system with their clothes and it has been so easy!

[@sofiaiwaszewicz4251]

i know this is frivolous maybe, but i adore watching your videos because your camera quality, your voice, your aesthetic and i dont know, your colors? just give me coziness and i thank you for that

[@ordinarywes]

You inspire me so much as a first time soon to be mom. I even started my own channel because I really think women of color really need to see this style of family and self care you bring to the table. You are have such a freshness and authentic to your family life and self. I absolutely love your videos, I love that you love god. I recommend your videos to all my mom and soon to be mom friends.

[@katiemadge8537]

It's amazing how much trust you have in the Lord and that getting back in in touch with him has helped you so much I'm not religious, but I can see a change in your videos since you worked on your relationship with him

[@gabriellaruhlman6688]

I stopped separating laundry a looooong time ago 😂😂 it's terrible but literally everything goes into the same hamper and gets washed and dried all together mixed up 😬😬😬

[@susie7336]

Same here and life still rocks. Lol

[@annabata6501]

I do the same.

[@eternalperspective4136]

Yep!

[@mjalphonse]

My parents never told us Santa was real. Their mindset was that they didn’t want to lie to us, even for fun, and have us then doubt them about what they taught us about God later on. My mom pulled me aside one winter and told me she had a secret for me and that I couldn’t tell any of the other kids. She told me Santa wasn’t real and I honestly thought I was the coolest kid ever that my mom trusted me with “adult knowledge,” and I’d see my friends celebrating Santa and think “hehehe if ONLY you knew.” 🤣

[@ibarahimsaniumar3041]

±2348102689570⏯️⏯️⏯️⏯️ Hello it's works I can't believe am with my love again after so many years of break-up.,........

[@jasminm8784]

What I really, really want this Christmas is to be able to celebrate Christmas with family. In the past years we have lived far away and the pandemic made it hard to travel and this year it is still uncertain as well due to the alarming amount of cases we currently have in our region. So that: family, love and peace! You are a great inspiration Delilah, please know that you and your work are very appreciated!

[@Amsims]

As a non-religious young Mama of almost 4, one from a previous relationship: having children is a BIG thing, and it for me was a dealbreaker I wanted another baby he didn’t. There is nothing in this world that compares to the love you will have for your children, and I think it is the most beautiful thing in the world. I would never compromise the love of my children for the love of a partner. I met my husband who had come out of a marriage for the same reasons he wanted kids and she didn’t. A big thing is setting a plan preferably before you get married, but also having those big discussions in marriage. This could look like “Where do you see us when you want to start trying?” “What is something that I can do to make you feel comfortable with it?” “Is this something you want eventually?” If he says he isn’t ready you need to respect that. On another topic, as a woman who is responsible for carrying the children and birthing the children it is also important to remember that if you do not want children it is not up to anyone to tell you otherwise not even your husband. Your body, your rules.

[@Megan_Truly]

I did Tummy Time religiously with my first, I still did it a fair amount with my second but there were many many days I was busy and just spaced it. I think the focus is keeping those tiny humans alive. A friend of me is about 10 years older and comforted my regarding tummy time telling me when her kids were little it was never brought up or mentioned so she never knew to do it. She had 4 kids, all fine. It really put things in perspective. Knowledge now isn't always power, all the things we know makes us spread so thin, just enjoy the kids and do your best (my opinion).

[@rmelper]

Check out RIE. They actually discourage parents from putting babies into positions they aren't naturally existing in, until the baby can move themselves into the position (like rolling from back to tummy). We did a lot of baby wearing and I feel it has similar benefits. *Not an expert opinion

[@katrinagross1637]

I have two categories for laundry, one is towels and bedding and the other is clothes because I wash them at different temperatures. I don’t bother folding most things, I just have bins for different clothes. I only have one thing on my Christmas list, it is pottery classes. I did some a few months ago before giving birth to my second and it helped me a lot to do something unrelated to kids with people I don’t know. I am very creative and sometimes I need to create something with my hands, it helps with the mental overload that comes with motherhood.

[@stephanieo8925]

Commenting as i watch... lol but just wanted to say... GO GIRL for being a bright light and sharing your faith! ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@belindabarbour382]

My youngest had a flat spot on her head, as a result of not enough tummy time...that is why doctors push it.

[@HSimone17]

I'm currently pregnant with my third kid (35 weeks along). Your videos help me zone out a bit and feel like I'm hanging out with a friend. Which in reality I don't really have friends. :P Kind of hard to have any when I live out in the country and a large part of my life is taken up by my kids/homemaking. I'm still kind of in shock that I'm having another baby. I have a 7 year old (soon to be 8) and a 5 year old. It's been so long since I had an actual baby. My kids have been catching me watching your videos. Your videos seem to be helping them realize what is to come (having a baby brother). They both make comments about how small William was when he was a newborn. Now they are kind of shocked at how big he has gotten. It helps them realize that babies really do grow over time and don't stay tiny babies. LOL! I'm so thankful my husband now has a remote job and works from home. Because this time around I am super busy. Both of the older kids are in school, I am in charge of their appointments, helping with homework, I drive them to/from school, I do the housework, and now I'm adding in all of these OB appointments. Plus because of COVID I can't bring anyone with me to my OB appointments. So the fact I can rely on my husband is SO helpful. **PS I'm really looking forward to hearing baby growls again. It's one of my favorite things that babies do. It's like they are pretending to be a little lion or dinosaur.

[@bbstudiobabies]

My lowest grade in school, from elementary through high school, was always gym class! Love your videos. This one was especially uplifting and enjoyable.

[@siobhannimhaoildomhnaigh7045]

Hahaha i love how U wiped his mouth and rubbed it on Ur trousers without batting an eyelid, such a Mum thing 🤣🤣❤❤

[@ibarahimsaniumar3041]

±2348102689570⏯️⏯️⏯️⏯️ Hello it's works I can't believe am with my love again after so many years of break-up.,........

[@morganwallace797]

love these laundry chats and I'll be laughing about "is something scary happening?" for a few days!!

[@SimplyThisYoutuber]

Haha I definitely let my daughter do some decorating on the tree and no matter how clustered her decorating is, it’s my favorite part of the tree ❤️

[@naturaldyer]

I was thinking omg he is so cute just before you said that. He truly is an adorable sweet child as are your other two as well. I am on my way to becoming a SAHM and you give me inspiration. Thank you for being you.

[@mj5697]

I added this to a queue of all the videos I’ve wanted to catch up on while I’m cleaning the house (it has been a hectic few weeks!) and I just started folding laundry as Delilah said this was a laundry talk 😅 that seemed serendipitous and I just wanted to share 🖤

[@tobiepierce6814]

Thank you so much for your site. I am an 80 year old great grandmother who also loves the Lord. You are a sweet witness and an inspiration to all of us. God is faithful!! We serve a coming Savior. I pray for you and your sweet family.

[@paulaneary6468]

My son in vancouver is coming home for Christmas. Havent seen jim since march 2020. Best Christmas gift EVER

[@emilyelizabeth4035]

Just pulled my laundry out of the dryer! Ready to fold alongside you while baby is napping💕

[@briannagulchuk9599]

You background is such a vibe!! 😍

[@anjalicat]

About tummy time: I agree with you. It strikes me as something that was probably not a central focus of newborn development until relatively recently, and yet I think kids in the olden days probably turned out just as physically strong (stronger most likely) than children today. Also, I live in a Nordic country where no midwife or doctor have ever mentioned tummy time to me, and the only reason I know about it is because I read about this kind of stuff in English language media. I think a lot of people in the US treat parenting babies as a goal-oriented activity, which feels a bit off to me. That said, my baby and I have fun when I lay him on his tummy on my chest, and he is getting very strong.

[@thebyrdsnest1465]

I'm not christian, or religious, but I think your view on marriage is really beautiful and it really spoke to me.

[@stephanieo8925]

Decorating our tree is always stressful because i want it to look nice. You’ve inspired me to just let go and put away the vintage nice ones and just let me kids put the non breakable ones for now!

[@AvaCalhoun]

I LOVE this concept delilah!! ✨Laundry chats ✨ This reminds me I should go fold mine 🙈

[@encouragingwife5939]

Loving the truth, joy, wisdom, and spiritual encouragement in your vlogs! You are my fav KZbinr and a beautiful soul. Thank you for all you do!

[@adequateadult6159]

I separate laundry by person! It saves sooooo much time when folding/putting away. And then obviously sheets and towels are their own loads.

[@sarahhicks3227]

I dont sort my laundry at all! I think not sorting helps me keep on top of it because I just do a load as soon as I have enough laundry for one.

[@9401Bella]

Last year February me and my partner started trying for baby. Even tho I knew something was wrong we tried without any help for 2 or 3 month. After that I manage to convince my house doctor to send me to ivf in the hospital. Came out I have PCOS which I was not surprised. But and here is the but I never thought it will be this hard to even get me ovulate. ( They were still not been able to make me ovulate). So my Christmas wish is to be able to at least start to try for a baby. I'm happy that my partner agreed to start try now because of my concerns towards how long will it take. Lastly I am always feel so happy and warm after I watched your videos. Your children are all beautiful and kind. So I wish you and your family the best!

[@rayyg786]

I do my laudry by type :) Light colors, dark, hot wash, cold wash, that kind of stuff

[@Ago2904]

I wash the European way: by water temperature: 60, 40, 30, 10 degree Celsius and then colors: light, dark and various colors (especially reds). May sound complicated but it really isn‘t.

[@princessangelstar2351]

I don't get how you can not do that, like don't the things get ruined if you wash it all together? 😂

[@audreyhavelah]

My #1 Christmas list item is the loafers from Sarah Therese’s line!!! I’m obsessed with them.

[@diaralenay8732]

Thank for you sharing, and thank you for your vulnerability and honesty. Also Will is very, very cute!

[@katiemuth2066]

I’m in introvert as well and being touched out is not talked about enough! Some days I just sit down and say mommy needs a moment I’ll be right back, and I’ll go take a few deep breaths and realize they are so little they don’t understand why mommy doesn’t want their attention, because they want endless attention.

[@whimsical_lyddie]

What a wonderful Q and A. I loved your answer to the question about the woman wanting a baby and her husband not being ready yet. It's so hard to know what people mean on KZbin when they say that they're Christians, so hearing you talk about submission (and with such joy!) was so encouraging. There were other things I was going to comment on, but I forget, but that really stuck out to me. I am curious if we went to the same bamboo forest on our honeymoon. We didn't do the whole hike because we only planned one day for the Road to Hana, but it was so cool. Have you been to Garden of Eden in Maui? That was our favorite. And I totally agree, Maui is the most incredible place to feel connected with God because it's so unlike anything I see in Pennsylvania.

[@gabriellaforeman5469]

After your intro... paused your video and got a load of laundry to fold! Thanks for the motivation!!

[@kimberlyakers1745]

I sort my clothes between towels, washcloths, dish towels, I'm a little OCD about sorting..lol I enjoy watching other people clean cuz it motivates me to do the same. Just the same as folding clothes or getting stuff done. I really enjoyed your video. You guys are doing a great job 💚

[@justathumb]

i think the word you are looking for is anal-retentive 😉 it's hurtful to us with ocd to use it like this - it trivializes our suffering with inaccurate stereotypes. ocd is a crippling anxiety disorder, not perfectionism. im a hugely messy person! know u didn't mean anything by it, just sharing ❤️

[@rachelm8142]

@@justathumb thank you so much for this comment ❤️

[@Jessica-wu6mq]

How I sort laundry? 1. Work uniforms and clothes that hang like jeans for example. 2. Clothes that go in the dryer 3. Intimates. 4. Of course whites. Depending on how much I have I will put them together and I never have enough whites.

[@ginanapoli8175]

Love what you said about prayer. So true. that’s sometimes the only thing you can do.

[@chavelybourgeois1667]

Oh my goodness! That story about Zach, hilarious!😂

[@rebeccalonghany1804]

Where do you get your sweaters?! They are so beautiful. This one and the beige/tan turtleneck one too. ❤️ love your channel for my commute home on the bus after a hospital shift. Relaxing, honest, and helpful.Thank you!

[@mallorycline2533]

What is the book series you've been enjoying? Do you mind sharing?

[@dysautonomiamovement]

Christmas list- I would LOVE a wooden map of the world to stick up on the wall. The puzzle piece types they're beautiful !

[@--2110]

I like you actually. But I dont like the fact, that you teach your children, that your daughter can say her opinion out loud but in the end has to accept the decision of her future husband. And your sons will hear opinions of their future wifes, but will make own decisions. Relationship is about both partners having an equal say. No matter if married or not.

[@prettywoman7690]

Love the Tree aesthetic it’s really beautiful🎄❤️😁👍

[@sanetbenade7531]

Literally put this on to watch while folding my laundry 🤣🤗 I don't divide my clothes, only wash the baby's things seperately, I wash daily for the rest and just put everything in together. Dirty things like rags or mop things I will also do seperately. Works f9r me.

[@clarescheidler4359]

The way you wiped the spit up on your jeans. So relatable.

[@rpembert0n21]

Much needed after a day of working!

[@user-dv8bs7tb5c]

Esch bedroom has a laundry basket, i do them on rotation wheb theyre full, then towels and sheets are the other loads

[@kamibahrns238]

This has helped me in many ways. Thank you for your videos

[@grinstaspinsta]

Our oldest didn't potty train till she was 3 but got it right away. Our second (boy) took a whole summer and I was so stressed out. 😅 Our THIRD, on the other hand (also boy) took an entire YEAR to fully get it down. We have spent the entire following year enduring random periods of regression (road trips, big life changes, etc.) 🤦🏻‍♀️ It's been a journey. I'm certain our third is not representative of a typical experience, but I was so surprised by what a process it can be. They're all so different! I'm certain sweet Theo will get there just in his own time 😉☺️

[@malloryevaa5336]

Love these kind of videos! On my Christmas list this year isn’t much but I really need some travel coffee mugs so I can stop spilling coffee in my car 🤦🏻‍♀️😂

[@jackiekillian1292]

I've had 3 C-section and I can honestly say that the 3rd was the easiest C-section. It takes a year to actually get your body back to "normal" after a C-section. I think you look great right now. I'm with you with hating to exercise. My doctor says walking is the best you can do for your body.

[@emily_devos]

Laundry chats warm my heart.

[@elisabethgregor6588]

I just laughed my butt of as you told Zach`s sleepwalking story. So funny! My boyfriend used to sleepwalk a lot and he did things that made me cry in the middle of the night cause I was laughing so hard.

[@viviangautier2160]

You are a great Mom! I enjoy just watching the way you take care of you kids and when you talk about Jesus and God. Thank you! I do not have much in common with you because I am not a mother but is something special about your videos that I love them. Thank you for sharing your wonderful life! 🤗😍 God bless you all!

[@johnthompson1280]

It was a beautiful sight to see you and William happy together and I was amazed to hear that you have been to Maui because my parents used to own a time share in Maui near Lahaina.

[@msbeautybubbles411]

I had the same experience with thrifting! Like it used to gross me out so much and now I love it!

[@hannahattaway1063]

I just recently started watching your videos, and I have enjoyed them! My husband and I do not have any kids yet, but it is nice to hear opinions on a lot of different topics.

[@Breighahhhna]

I love all the vintage vibes in your home 😍😍

[@hannahpalmer8043]

I’m not an introvert, but I also get touched out so Quickly and it makes me feel bad! Thanks for reminding other mommas this stuff happens and is normal. Love your sweet fam and videos thanks for posting :)

[@maisieliberty1319]

I've always felt someone not liking dogs is a bad sign. But you're not like other not doggy people. I love dogs so much. Grew up with them. Can't imagine living without pets for too long. Love them so much, they bring so much comfort and joy and emotional goodness. But I understand, not everyone wants to pick up poo everyday and walk in all weathers. 😁

[@JoelleGrace]

Ahh just the relaxation I needed!😊🤗

[@isabelwall1714]

As Christians, it’s SO important to share about God and how He works in our lives. KZbin is an outlet God has blessed you with and with all the eyes on you it’s your chance to share about Jesus!! 💞

[@thehomesteadingmama]

Completely agree docs push tummy time a little much, in the first month we barely did tummy time with both of my girls & they loved tummy time. I feel like starting too soon causes negative effects