Why we are choosing to have a big family

Now that I have given birth to my 5th child, the biggest question I am asked is, “So, are you done having kids now?” “How do you know when you’re done having kids?”
In this video I am answering our reasoning for having a big family in this day and age and why we don’t use conventional forms of birth control and instead use Natural Family Planning (NFP) ❤️
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[@tamraya23]

Loving parents? Please have as many kids as you wish. This world needs kids who are loved and end up as functional loving adults❤

[@westdellarosecreations9827]

Exactly! Love this!!

[@luciaochoa7354]

Couldn’t agree more!!

[@findyourpassion8722]

Yes! Agreed 100%

[@DoggyDoula]

I have to agree,having raised 3 abandoned children who suffer daily with emotional trauma,good parents,loving parents should have all the babies they'd like to!

[@hannahmarienoel]

Yes 🙌🏻

[@Savvyann007]

Girl. I always wanted to be a wife and mother. I mostly kept this to myself as I've had family, friends, and even a therapist disapprove. I didn't start trying until my husband and I married. I feel personally that stability is important for children. After 7 years of marriage and thousands spent on infertility treatments, we gave up. Started looking into adoption options. We just found out last week I'm pregnant. That's how I found your videos. I'm so nervous and excited. Watching your videos is hugely helpful. I don't know if it's crazy hormones, but I become a crying mess watching y'all. But not sad! I'm so glad you have this channel. Thank you! ❤

[@abbirussell4310]

Congratulations! Praying for you and baby! If you need any suggestions on a healthy diet I use the weston a price foundation dietary guide for my pregnancies and it makes me feel so much better and healthier!

[@jakayerobinson7751]

Congratulations mama ❤️ 💖 I've got 4 one is from hubby previous marriage one from my previous. And we now have 2 more beautiful little girls. Hubby is in his 50s and not slowing down of anything he has more life to give. Each a blessing. Just remember when baby gets here let the dishes pile up let the laundry pile up it can get done later but they grow so fast so just take your time living and holding them. You've got this. You've waited your whole life it seems and I'm so excited for you two. Wishing you 3 all the best!!!!

[@JiaFit]

Congratulations mama ❤ hope you and the baby are healthy and happy. I’ve been married 7 years and we recently got pregnant 🤰

[@gowongodmom4851]

Congratulations to all of you ladies

[@pigeon_371]

That is so incredible, congratulations, God bless ❤

[@lily6413]

I’m 1 of 6 and big families are beautiful. My husband and I always wanted a big family, but struggled with infertility for nearly a decade. Despite doctors advising us to do IVF, we decided to place our hopes and dreams in God’s hands. With a full heart I can say we finally have a baby boy and hope that one day God will bless us again with another child. His timing is always right that I know. Congrats on one big and beautiful family!

[@chrissyhorton]

This is beautiful! I am so happy for you ❤️❤️❤️

[@MS-ez1pe]

Trusting in God’s timing is beautiful. So happy for you😊

[@lily6413]

@@chrissyhorton thank you! And thank you for sharing all the tips and tricks. I started watching before my baby arrived and love your videos. Btw, I’m pretty sure our boys were born the same week.

[@amor797]

I dont know what could be your issue.. inform yourself!! We are so poisoned (air water food......) causing hormonal and organs dysfunctions. Dont stop to prepare your body while conceiving by taking folic acid, eating organic.. Many women got pregnant after hysterography. I have a friend trying for years, they did tests and found that her bf had bacterias killing his "seeds".. Women bodies arent always the cause of infertility in a couple.

[@sandrajones2262]

I knew someone who had difficulty conceiving. Then I,2,3. LOL. A lovely family. Then there were four.

[@alanamesko8717]

This made me cry! Thank you for having the courage to share this in a culture that depicts children as burdens. My husband and I are Catholic and after using natural family planning for the first year of our marriage, I'm now 5 months pregnant with our first baby. Your videos have not only been so practical and helpful as I'm learning to navigate motherhood, but also so uplifting since you cherish your kids as the God-given gifts that they are. I am genuinely so so thankful for the content you produce, and please know that you and your family are in my prayers!

[@barbieblue3336]

@@potato1084 not your place to judge

[@lisaloewen4246]

I wish you the best on your family life's journey, I myself have 4 children, I can't have more due to medical issues, but I am feeling so blessed with the four the loss gave me. Keep the positive attitude! ❤

[@ntmn8444]

Shoutout to NFP! It worked for my husband and I as well. We are also Catholic. We used it in our first year of marriage and conceived our first child. It’s been a humbling experience, and I thank God.

[@sandrajones2262]

​@@lisaloewen4246 I believe Spell Check may have changed a word, if not, my apologies. Your children are blessings.

[@johanna2690]

@@ntmn8444 Would it be against God's will to use NFP to prevent pregnancies?

[@emmablumer9158]

It’s true! As a mom of five and hopefully more, my biggest advice to moms of any number is…ditch your phone as much as you can. I pretty much have stopped using mine unless my kids are asleep (magically they all went down with minimal chaos tonight 😂) You’ll never look back and wish you’d used it more. While it’s great to get messages out and connect with people, don’t ever let it take priority over the people in your home. And it’s too easy for that to happen without us realizing it. It’s been about a year of digital minimalism relationship with my husband and kids is so much better with no more screens during the day! Keep on keeping on, mamas!

[@homethatilove4595]

I love this message, Emma! Use digital camera & a memory card for photos. Those days of digicam were less than 10 years ago, my goodness, time changed when I got on a smartphone & YT. No IG, No FB, no TT !!!

[@rosameijering5161]

Yes I don't remember my.mother was ever on the phone

[@lettus143]

I've been feeling God nudging me away from my phone for a while. I used to be someone who was always on the computer, in my youth and even as a mother. I hardly use it anymore these days. I don't use social media. God has really been putting it on my heart that it's just a distraction, and I know it's true. Some days are better than others, the days I don't use it much I get SOOO much more done around the house, have better conversations with my kids, do better thinking about the way the house is run, ect.

[@Likes_Trains]

Thank you for saying this. I have a 1 year old and I've been struggling with phone addiction since she was born. I try to only use it when she's asleep but I find myself only conveniently remembering things I have to do when she's awake! One step at a time I guess

[@joekellycanfield6779]

Beautiful! ❤ I'm pregnant with baby #5, and I get a lot of side eyes and judgment. I'm not asking anyone to support or raise my kids. They are EACH a unique and precious gift - not just to us, but the world. I applaud you! 🎉

[@brittneyschofield1329]

Just had my 6th baby! You can imagine how many ugly comments I get. And why they saying these ugly comments im thinking about how each child is a gift from God!

[@IlluminosaImmortalis]

My mom had five kiddos and was told she'd get more help if she had less kids. Wow 😨

[@cookjr71]

Pregnant with baby 5 too!!! And I thought I was done after 4 too. The looks we get when I take them all out 😢 smh. One lady was on the phone and started counting my kids one by one and than added “oh and she’s pregnant with another” with much disdain. I often feel like I have to defend and explain that No! NONE of them are a mistake. And yes we agreed to them SMH. This used to be the norm, but to me it shows how far away from family we’ve gotten as a society.

[@barbieblue3336]

@@potato1084 so untrue. Conservatives love children

[@Uberrimaefidei]

If they’re judging, they are prolly jealous. Ignore evil ppl. You do you and be proud.

[@amytownsend6491]

Catholic mom here. Could not agree more! Thank you for normalizing large families ❤️❤️

[@mom2blessings_sadie]

Catholic mom here just had baby 8 and let me tell you I felt done after almost each baby but never took ant permanent measures n again after baby 8 pregnancy is hard have babies is hard but with God we can do his will and be more blessed in the end I love all my children with all of me ❤

[@nitrianskehosamospravnehok4397]

⁠@@mom2blessings_sadieI’m not Catholic but straight up facts. I never want to be alone in life and that’s why family matters

[@_.jawaii._]

Catholics need to get a grip and remember that large families are okay WHEN you can provide for them. There’s no reason to have 8 children in tattered clothes getting bullied at school. God gave us a Bible but he also gave us common sense and comprehension skills

[@amytownsend6491]

@@_.jawaii._oh she triggered y’all.

[@Iluvdoxies58]

She needs to connect with Jen Fulwiler

[@michelle7200]

I grew up with 5 siblings. We were poor and struggled daily, we were all a year apart with my brother and sister being the same age for 2 weeks. That close lol! We had a blast growing up, and we all always had a friend and nobody messed with us since we had a gang lol! And now as an adult I am blessed with so many nieces and nephews and we all are close and have huge family gatherings! It's such a blessing and I wouldn't want it any other way!

[@MiVidaBellisima]

The fact you guys grew up in poverty because of selfish decisions by adults is the reason ppl raise an eyebrow at big families. Even besides monetarily, every valuable resource, including attention, is severely limited if it’s being divided several different ways. This is not judgement it’s fact.

[@echoseeker9178]

Thanks for sharing :) I grew up the third of four kids with a similar story. People who say it’s selfish to have kids when you don’t have loads of money either don’t know anything about God’s provision, or don't believe a poor child’s life can be a better one than a rich one’s. So what if my parents had to work harder than others to feed us? So what if we got hand-me-downs and couldn’t afford fancy dance or martial arts lessons? I was loved by my parents and my siblings, and that’s worth a lot more than financial security. Because of my parents’ love, the world was my oyster and I wouldn’t have had it any other way.

[@abbirussell4310]

@@MiVidaBellisima actually its not fact. It very much is opinion. If you didn't grow up in this environment or raise this type of environment you do not know the FACTS about it.

[@WafflePancakes1314]

@@MiVidaBellisimaThabk you! Someone said the truth

[@WafflePancakes1314]

@@echoseeker9178so because you think god has provisions that a child should be born into poverty? Sit your ass down

[@bluespirit2122]

I have a lot of respect for you and wish you all the best ✨ In the past, I never understood why people had a lot of kids, and never wanted to have any myself because I felt it was limiting. When I grew older, I realised that I was wrong. Children are a blessing and being a good mother gives life purpose and meaning. 🌺

[@Saint-something]

I was raised in a big Catholic family and while my life is taking a different path I vividly remember strangers bombarding my mother (sometimes my dad, but usually my mom 🙄 ugh misogyny) with questions like these. Depending on her mood she’d find a witty and polite way to say “eff off” or just ignore them. But she (and my dad) ALWAYS made sure that us kids knew that we were wanted, we were loved, they considered us a gift from God and inspired us to see and value each of our siblings as sacred gifts. My life choices have been very different from my parents but to this day my siblings are the absolute BEST part of my life. We’ve had our ups and downs, we’re not perfect of course. But I’ve learned so much about life through my siblings. Thank you for your page Chrissy. It’s so nostalgic for me to see you raise your family similarly to how I was raised. You and your family are a gift to this world. I’ll pray a quick Hail Mary that you have a lovely day, you deserve it

[@annepowell6572]

I'm getting married in May and my fiancé and I are excited to hopefully start a large family. He's one of 12 and his family is wonderful and encourages me so much that you can have a lot of kids and love them all! We need more people in our society who love babies and children. Thanks for making this video!

[@monicamontano7343]

I think you’re a very smart lady!! More people & more families should think like this!! Congrats to your husband for being a strong man & a supportive husband & for valuing individual life & FAMILY! I’m so glad you’re sharing this mindset…I know Big Tech & company doesn’t want people valuing family…children are BLESSINGS, & it takes a wise, strong woman to be a good & loving MOTHER! It’s truly the most important job! Fathers too!! 😀 God bless you, your whole family is beautiful! ❤❤ from a fellow mother in So Cal, USA of two older kids (now 18 & 22)…I loved every minute when mine were little, I luckily was able to not work & raise them full-time for almost 20 years, & I don’t regret that decision for one second!! ❤😊❤

[@ntmn8444]

I really don’t understand why people having large families bothers people. And the irony in this is that the same people who are bothered by families also are the ones constantly saying “don’t judge!” Also, thank you for your videos. I’m a new mother, and I am struggling. Thank you for being my big sister in motherhood. I’ve learned a lot watching your videos!

[@sgtmian]

i think the only ones who actively criticize large families are people who grew up in them and weren’t nurtured the way they deserved because they were too many. and i feel like they should be able to do that. i personally think the religious reasoning is weird, but i very rarely voice that and mind my own business. as long as people are nice and they treat people who make other choices with respect they can do whatever they want.

[@ntmn8444]

@@sgtmian no no, the general consensus in society is to say “you have 5 kids? You’ve never heard of a condom?” This is seen as acceptable to say to someone with a lot of children.

[@dianac6250]

@@sgtmian correct!! I’ve heard this from so many people. I only have 3 but I feel like I can’t give each one their own attention that they need. No judgement here about big families.

[@angieb2472]

I’m a new mom and watching her videos too! I feel like I have a mentor that helps me through the bards and gives me advice. It’s a lot of work with just one 😅, but I reallly want a big family too and I know that if I don’t I will regret it. ❤

[@Juulylie]

It's just difficult to imagine having that many children in this economy you know. In this world where resources are getting sparse. What world will our children grew in? And their children? Having a child is one of the thing that has the most carbon footprint.

[@dymphnaw4693]

You have made the future of motherhood seem so much less frightening to me and I appreciate all of your videos! Thank you!

[@chrissyhorton]

Oh wow that means so much 🥹❤️

[@RockandRhodeChickens]

​@@chrissyhortonyoutube won't let me comment. Just reply.🤔 Anyway I love that you are doing NFP. Natural is always the best even if it means there are surprises along the way. God will always give you the graces needed to follow his plan.

[@MoogieB]

It was very generous for you to share such personal information. Even though you choose to share some of your life on KZbin, it’s nobody’s business what family planning choices you & your husband make. I have a friend that chose to have a large family & had seven children, all C-sections. She homeschooled them all & now all but 2 are wonderful adults who are happily married! We share very similar values from what I can tell & you give fantastic parenting advice & tips. Keep doing your thing. You’re a beautiful person 💖 From a 65 year old Catholic retired Lactation Consultant subscriber.

[@SelinaCat]

The problem is, since over turning Roe, a lot of women's family planning choices seems to be everyones business...

[@kalynwestmoreland8602]

This makes me appreciate you more. We, too, are believers and were surprised by our little one. God gives us so much grace and blessing with our babies and I’m so grateful.

[@chrissyhorton]

All Glory to God! ❤️❤️❤️

[@thekikupiku]

I started watching you when I was pregnant with my first child. Today, two miscarriages later, I stay subscribed because I love that you’re bold and talk about your faith. Thank you for that!

[@brianamartin5303]

Catholic mom here pregnant with number 4 in 4.5 years! Thank you for normalizing this! Children are a blessing not a burden! Even when the days are tough (like most days 🙃) it's so worth it! After a traumatic delivery with #2, I was ready to be done. I was pregnant with #3 3.5 months later by total surprise. Thank God for His timing and His plan because I can't imagine my life without my third son! God bless you and your beautiful family ❤️

[@FertilityHomeopath]

If you lose followers, lose them my lovely ❤ you know what matters in life and AFTER this life. Blessings on your family and thank you for sharing, it MATTERS ❤❤

[@elisabethdaswani5110]

I'm so sorry you feel the weight of being judged for these decisions. Honestly it's your faith and faith-held beliefs that keep me watching your videos, because then I don't feel so alone in my own convictions. Thank you for sharing

[@Cristina-vr5jr]

I grew up in a Christian household, I’m number 6 out of 18. Big families are the best ❤️

[@desertrose3511]

18??? WOW how many boys and how many girls, if I may ask? ❤❤❤

[@Cristina-vr5jr]

@@desertrose3511 10 girls & 8 boys ☺️ oldest is 30 & youngest is 6

[@desertrose3511]

@@Cristina-vr5jr oh wow!! The largest family I know is 8 kids 😂 I’m an only myself 😢 I always wanted siblings

[@Cristina-vr5jr]

@@desertrose3511 you can have the family you wish you had 😊

[@barbieblue3336]

They are. Back in the day, it was fun to have big families

[@Florabebe777]

I like you. You're not afraid to be yourself. That takes courage! Being a Mommy is such a blessing. Beautiful family. Keep shining!

[@LauraC8202]

So amazing! I have 5 as well and we feel the same as you. People are shocked at our family size at times. We constantly get the comment “you got your hands full” or my favorite the guy that just stared as we walked by him at the grocery store and said that’s a lot of kids. 😂 each kid is a blessing and I think each time if we had a procedure to prevent this child the beautiful blessing I’m holding wouldn’t be here. I believe I was meant to be a mom. Keeping living your life the way God leads you. You are an encouragement!

[@LouiseSampsonite]

Clicked on this video so fast! I had long suspected you are on the same “plan” my husband and I are- no plan! (That is to say, we believe God opens and closes the womb). We know when people ask about how many, we make them uncomfortable with our answer, as if we’re judging them for not being good enough Christians. But in reality, I feel pretty isolated in this conviction, so seeing an influencer I love share the same thing- it’s such a blessing to me!

[@amandaskagen2365]

Yes! You’re right about feeling isolated in this conviction.. but we must stand strong in it! You are also so right about He opens and closes the womb! ❤️may the Lord bless you!

[@chrissyhorton]

That’s why I love making videos, so Mom’s can feel connected, seen and heard ❤️❤️❤️

[@palalba882]

Hey moma! Here's another mom like you 😁😁😁 don't feel isolated

[@EmilyMurphy0608]

I wholeheartedly agree! It is the Lord alone who builds the family, and he alone gives and takes away. We pray our family will be faithfully obedient in whatever he wills!

[@SelinaCat]

So long as you aren't fighting against pro-choice options for women who don't feel the same, you do you

[@rimbinotan_8865]

I'm in my early 20s, childless and don't even know if I can/want to have kids, but I like your videos. I learn a lot from them and I appreciate your openness regarding your upbringing in a big family as well as your beliefs.

[@armmagedonepox]

Thank you. I have been having this question for a few months now (I found your channel about a month or 2 before I gave birth to my son this past April), and it gave me clarity. I am no longer ashamed of my baby-fever continuing 2 months postpartum. I’m already picking out names for future babies 2 and 3 after we wait a wee while. Thank you ❤

[@chrissyhorton]

Oh this means so much to me! I am honored to be a part of your journey in some small way!

[@alyssaking1560]

Not catholic but pregnant with baby number 5 due in September and fully trusting God's plan for my womb and family size!! I love love love this so much! I have so many people tell me I've been busy or ask if I'm done and it drives me bonkers!!

[@amandaskagen2365]

Yes we just had our 6th and we get “are you done???” I always say we are leaving it up to God!!! I’d love to have more LOL! Or we get people who basically tell us we’re crazy!

[@alyssaking1560]

@@amandaskagen2365 yeah I actually had some one call me Mrs. Brady the other day🙄🤦🏻‍♀️ I love the idea of leaving a big legacy!!

[@katiesnow396]

I got my first, “so are you done?” after having my second child. I laughed internally and thought, “oh, if they only knew” 😅

[@tankatlyn]

Not Catholic, but due with baby #10 any day now! We went from infertility and miscarriages to a house full, and we are so thankful for each season God has given. Many opportunities for growth! I find I get less nasty comments now when we all go out though, than with 5... So sad people have to be such a discouragement to bigger families. Thanks for sharing your beautiful family with us!!

[@juleswifey6003]

I would love 3 more kids. I have 2 atm. It's tough raising the two I have - juggling everything but I'm aware that I just don't feel like I'm done yet with just 2!😅

[@madsdes2532]

Catholic momma here! I come from a family of 9 kids and hope to have a big family myself. Mother Teresa once said, “ how can the world have too many children? That is like saying there are too many flowers.” This beautiful quote has so much truth to it but after having my first born son, and expecting my second in three weeks, I’ve come to understand how much of an understatement this beautiful quote is. Children are difficult, sure. But, children are pure blessings from the Lord. Can’t wait to continue growing my family!

[@desertrose3511]

Jesus was one of many kids. He had four brothers and probably at least 2 sisters. (Mark 6:3) 😊

[@ntmn8444]

@@potato1084 she was neither of those things. She may not have been a perfect person, because no one is, but she was a good woman who cared about people and who loved God deeply. Your opinion is likely shaped by a certain documentary director who, for some weird reason, is going around talking trash about her now that she’s no longer here to defend her honor.

[@lex9435]

​@@desertrose3511wrong. Jesus was an only child.

[@juleswifey6003]

​@lex9435 I think he had siblings. It says so in the bible. He was *obviously* the only one conceived through the Holy Spirit though.

[@lex9435]

@@juleswifey6003 no, in the Hebrew language and culture, cousins were also referred to as brothers and sisters. Jesus was an only child, and Mary was a perpetual virgin.

[@BrigitteChaichana]

I LOVE THIS! I grew up having 2 older siblings and always wanted more siblings… married my husband who is the youngest of 9 and now I want ALL the babies! We have 2 beautiful children so far and we’ve been married for 3 years. It has been a lot but I wouldn’t change a thing. My children are the biggest blessings in my life.

[@rebeccacerise1322]

This has to be one of THE MOST beautiful videos/audios I have ever seen/heard 🥲💓

[@chrissyhorton]

This means so much! Especially the audio cause I spent a lot of time finding the right one and mixing it with my voice 😂

[@Karen-Campos]

Appreciate you sharing Chrissy! For those of us with fertility issues, God's journey for us is different. After our first son was born we longed for a second pregnancy. Six years of waiting, trying, praying, and crying, I'm proud to be a mom of two amazing boys six years apart! Two complicated pregnancies, both of which ended in emergency c-sections, and I'm done but ever so, so thankful.

[@chrissyhorton]

Love your testimony!! You have a beautiful family filled with love! ❤️❤️

[@Psychiatricnerd]

Amen! We just had our second via IVF and it’s a 5 year gap. Can only hope and pray for more kiddos but realize there are no guarantees.

[@barbieblue3336]

NaPro helps. Holistic

[@barbieblue3336]

Don't be "done". It's God's decision

[@Als1822]

​@@barbieblue3336you can also use your own brain

[@EvaRoche11]

You really did keep it real in this video, and it's refreshing and I love it. I am muslim and I believe too that children are a wonderful blessing. If anyone wishes to have 0, only 1 or multiple children, it is their choice. I hope the people sending you questions regarding your family planning are doing it by plain curiosity and don’t mean more than that (although it has nothing to do with them still). I love your videos because I wish to have 4-5 children, God-willing. Your videos and tips are very helpfull to normalize having a larger-ish family but also just sharing real knowledge, advice, worries, etc. You seem like a loving parent and I think it's great that you take ownership over raising your children and not having the oldest raise their sibling, although it’s normal to expect that they do help with cleaning after themselves and clean up from time to time. Can’t wait to apply the helpful tips I learned from your videos and I am looking forward to continue following your journey.

[@chrissyhorton]

Thank you so much for this 🥹❤️

[@e.a.b.k7048]

Not religious and not a Mom but I love your content, this video included! You're a beautiful woman (inside and out) and you have a beautiful family. No need to cast judgment or darkness on something bringing so much light into this world ❤️

[@beck1365]

I’m in the middle of a pack of 6 kids and never got individual attention from my parents. They were too busy, overwhelmed and frankly, fed up. My main memory of growing up was all the fighting among us siblings. So for everyone espousing how wonderful big families are, maybe you should make sure all your siblings feel the same way.

[@mamatlacuacha]

I'm sorry this was your experience. That's definitely not every family and it doesn't have to be yours. Cognitive behavioral therapy and then honestly finding Catholicism helped me a ton. My mom worked 2+ jobs from the time I was 6 weeks old because my dad and then my brother and sister's dad were deadbeats. Now I get to be the mom she couldn't due to circumstance (she was a fantastic mom when she was around). We only have 2, but if our infertility continues, we're going to adopt. You don't have repeat history. You can always do it differently. ❤

[@beck1365]

@@mamatlacuacha agree 100%! I have three sons and have intentionally raised them much differently than I was. They are all into adulthood and we have loving, strong relationships. So I must have done something right! And I’ve had much therapy to work on the residual effects of my childhood. My parents weren’t bad, the family dynamic just wasn’t good for me. I’m so glad you’ve found healing in adulthood too!

[@Homegrown_Hillary]

Love this! Fellow Catholic and NFP user here. Would love to see you talk more about building a "mom tribe" for those of us without as much family support nearby though! We're lucky to have lots of friends, but it seems like ALL of them are also in the thick of having big families closely spaced, so I feel like we're all maxed out.

[@phoebetanton9322]

My fiancé and I are the exact same! I completely agree with going with God’s plan and just see what he provides for us! Thank you for being so honest and you’re such an inspiration to me ❤

[@elainamarie3242]

People are gonna judge no matter what you say or do. Just keep doing you! Big families are awesome to have. ❤️🙏

[@elenap-ot4gh]

Chrissy, you're gonna gain a lot of followers for this❤please make content about natural planning

[@barbieblue3336]

Look into napro. Holistic

[@elenap-ot4gh]

@@littlebopeeps5852 have you heard about womens cycles, ovulation and tests for ovulation. happens once a month, pretty straightforward, with tons of apps and info on how to track it. sounds better to me than subjecting your body to synthetic hormones like most doctors suggest

[@WildBison74]

Agreed. Don’t know who she is but subscribing because of this video.

[@kawaldron]

I just wanted to give you a shout out of support - I'm not after a large family myself, but I have absolute respect for your choice to do so and the passion and love you have for your family and staying true to your beliefs! I love your videos and content, you make parenting and pregnancy feel accessible and I hope nobody ever questions your right to have and love your family!

[@itismeIamher]

You seem so sweet which makes me so happy for you! It’s refreshing seeing people living their lives naturally and free from the restraints of societal judgments. 💛 Good luck to you and your family.

[@amandaskagen2365]

Love love love this!!! My thoughts exactly!!! After our 4th was born at home I looked at my husband- “kid you not” (HA) by the next day and told him we have to have another! When my midwife came over the next day to my house for postpartum check up I told her we will be calling you hopefully within the next year or two LOL! I can’t imagine never having another precious child. (We both originally wanted 4 when we got married lol). We couldn’t imagine life without our sweet 5th. She’s our curly hair green eyed sweetie pie! Then we had a beautiful welcomed surprise 4 years later with #6 5 months ago!! We are hoping God blesses us with more as well because I totally agree to leave it in HIS hands and I do believe he gave us a wonderful cycle to track and natural family planning if needed! ❤

[@LindsayChinainSimpson]

My husband and I want a big family too. It started with a number and kind of ended up being “however many God blesses us with” We feel so blessed with each of our children and I cannot imagine life without any of them. Thank you for spreading this message. I did not realize how brave you need to be to do that until I started seeing a lot of comments on other videos I have seen discouraging having a lot of kids or kids at all. Thank you for being brave ❤ Children are such an amazing blessing ❤

[@bananza1310]

Completely agree!! ☺️🙌 We're expecting baby #4 and couldn't be more thankful to be parents! It is such a blessing and we love having a family and creating memories together!

[@krissielongknife1479]

What a blessing you are! God bless and hang in there. There will be ups and downs, times will get hard but you can do it. Family and faith, and lots of prayers. When you make a mistake, ask for forgiveness . God bless i can't wait to see your wonderful family in 20 years, i bet you all will be amazing!!!

[@RachelDee]

Chrissy, you’re an encouraging breath of fresh air as I grow my own family counter to cultural norms. THANK YOU for following your convictions and representing what a loving big family can look like. To raise families as believers who are set apart in a nihilistic world is to be a light for people who otherwise might have lost hope in doing it themselves.

[@gud_girl.97]

This is soo beautiful. You go,girl. You are such an amazing mother and the kids are loved and we can see that. Take care of yourself ❤ May god bless your family. Stay happy.

[@blinkie1114]

I’m the youngest of seven and j always say the biggest blessing in my life are my siblings. Feel like I won in life by having a wonderful family

[@IlluminosaImmortalis]

My family is the same in this! Thanks for sharing this. We do NFP when we need to and it works great and has taught me so much about my body. It's a huge blessing to have someone on social media who's doing things this way; it encourages me. Thank you for all you do.

[@deborahfarino1315]

You do what your heart tells you to. As long as you can afford it, and the kids are loved and well taken care of...it's no one's business. I was pregnant 8 times, that I know of. I lost all but 2. I'm so grateful for them! I so hope I'll see the others someday🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Then I'll have my big family!❤

[@LKYme]

❤

[@carolyncz33]

I've always said I wanted 3 kids, but honestly whatever God wills is what's most important to me. All my prayers led to me now being pregnant with my first baby. My husband and I also plan on doing natural family planning. It may be misunderstood but learning about my body, my cycle, and including my husband in all of it, is so empowering. Thank you for sharing this Chrissy!

[@jennifercarr5910]

My husband and I are excepting our 4th this summer and we get asked ALL THE TIME if this is our last. And the answer is, I don’t know that we ever will be! We are open to life. I am so thankful for these kids…like you, I never thought my family would look like this but I couldn’t imagine what my life would look like any other way 🥰

[@barbieblue3336]

Expecting

[@youareworthalot1228]

Much love to you!:) and peace. You are worth so much. ❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊😊 :). =)

[@kukusenka]

Hope you don't teach spelling to them

[@bethany45101]

This is our family plan too! I cycle track and have 4 kids so far. I’ve always wanted a big family and each of my babies has been such a wonderful addition for us. We are fortunate enough to be able to both be home with them (we own a successful business) and we spend most, if not all of our time with the kids. Hubs is already talking about another one and our youngest is 5 months old 😅😅

[@kayladean9496]

Upcoming first time mom here and atheist. My only belief in this regard is people should choose what is best for them and their life. I'm an absurdist and utilitarian so my philosophical guideline is to do what makes you happy while trying to optimize what is best for everyone around you as well. You should feel free to live your best life. I only plan on having 2 babies, but I would have a clan like yours in a heartbeat if I could financially get around it. I have used IUDs before and will again because that is what I feel is best for me. Everyone should choose what is best for them and you have helped my pregnancy journey/transition to motherhood so much already with the experience you gained by having your 5 children. Thank you.

[@westdellarosecreations9827]

God wanted me to hear this! I've prayed about if I should take my iud out or not. Thank you for speaking about this and I hope this reaches many other young mommas to know that big families are a blessing. It's so sad to see so many people chosing to never have children. That's one of God's greatest ministries!

[@chrissyhorton]

Oh wow!! Thank you for sharing ❤️❤️❤️

[@jellysofa]

Some people shouldn’t be parents. Don’t judge others for choosing to not have children.

[@beccaleigh524]

I relate to this so much! 🥰 I never thought I would have more than a couple kids (if any) and after getting married, my husband and I decided to completely let God be in control of our family and how many kids He wanted us to have. We are about to have 5 under 5 and, while I never would have planned it this way, I’m SO grateful that God did. Each of my kids are the biggest blessing and I can’t imagine our lives without one of them.

[@HelennaRose]

Thank you for giving your objective feelings ❤ it’s very personal. And not casting judgement on others or their parenting is extremely important. I had a former friend who helped me with my overwhelming situation because I had chosen to give birth. I let my daughter go to be raised by an aunt and uncle who are like you, stable, organized and well socialized. In other words, what children need: structure. I didn’t want to. She helped me decide this, And she later on told me I was too lazy to be a mother. Depression is why I was “lazy”, I was in an abusive relationship. Those words never left me.

[@homethatilove4595]

Thank you for choosing LIFE 🫂May you be comforted by faith & receive care for depression. Jesus knows everything about us, He just wants us to love Him

[@taylorbrooke3310]

I just want to say I totally love your decision and outlook on this. I personally am with you that every child is such a blessing and I just love seeing how unique they are. I'm only on two but would love to have a bigger family if I'm financially able to. Judging by your house, you are pretty secure financially so really cudos to you and congratulations! You wear pregnancy and motherhood very well and your children are beautiful. It also looks like you have a loving, supportive husband and that can make the world of differences especially in deciding to grow a big family or not!

[@DebBeePlus3]

I would have more if my body didn’t react with pre-eclampsia and IUGR during my pregnancies. Even our third was a “surprise” and quite a miracle we both made it through that, but she was absolutely supposed to be part of our family. Trusting that God will grow our family however he sees fit in the future. Blessings to you and yours!

[@Tara-fc2wo]

Your family is so beautiful, thank you for sharing!!! Everyone deserves to make their own choices about having children without judgement--having a large family is no exception! Best wishes to you and yours ❤

[@marumaranatha]

Congratulations on the birth of your baby! Your strength and resilience as a mother are truly admirable. Embracing the journey of motherhood, especially with a growing family, can be both rewarding and challenging. Remember that each child brings unique joy and love into your life, enriching your family in ways you may never have imagined. As you navigate the joys and demands of parenting, know that you are not alone. Your dedication and love for your children are evident, and your commitment to nurturing them speaks volumes about the incredible mother you are. Embrace the beautiful chaos of a big family, knowing that your love and support lay the foundation for a happy and thriving home. Take moments to celebrate your accomplishments and cherish the precious memories you create with each child. Lean on your support network, and don't hesitate to ask for help when needed. You are doing an amazing job, and your strength and love will continue to guide you through this journey of motherhood. Keep shining brightly, for you are a beacon of love and inspiration for your family.

[@abbymosior3888]

I appreciate your thoughts on this. It's hard to find other families that believe similarly. We're so busy trying to control every aspect in our modern lives, that we rarely think to give God full control. If we did, I think we would find that the results would be full of blessings! My husband and I have only been married two and a half years, already have two kids, and plan to have as many as the Lord gives. People think we are crazy 😂 but the way I look at it, if we would say no to anymore kids at some point, we are saying no to a blessing of a child that God wants to give us. If we had waited several years to have kids, we wouldn't have the two little blessings we have now. God knows best, and he won't give us more than we can handle. I appreciate your perspective on this, and your willingness to share!

[@nopenottoday7283]

I watched your videos while I was pregnant with my second and before I had her I longed to have as many children as you! I have loved the idea of a big family, but at the very least having 3. I had a second csection, and during I found myself thinking, I don’t think I can do this again. I struggled a bit in that first week she was home and I kind of expected the path to be easier since I have already have my son, but it still was a big adjustment. Then, when she was 3 weeks old, I got incredibly sick with pneumonia. She never got sick thankfully, but caring for a new baby, my 6 year old son and being on the brink of hospitalization was an experience even with my very supportive husband. It really scared me and I don’t think I am cut out for being a mom of a big family. The responsibility is immense and I really take my hat off to moms with large families because just having the two of them has been so difficult for me. I’m sad and disappointed in myself for not being that mom that can handle a large family, but I am also blessed with two beautiful babies and they will be everything for me. Thank you for your videos ♥️ they are truly inspiring!

[@LKYme]

❤❤❤

[@rachelbell6105]

As a Catholic woman about to get married and excited to start a (hopefully big!) family but facing our culture’s negative atmosphere around it, thank you SO MUCH for making your videos. They put an encouraging, realistic, hope-filled perspective into my life when I need it most. I’m sure it’s really scary to be public about having a large family when many people sadly feel like it’s selfish to bring life into the world at all, but you are doing a good work. ❤️

[@rachelbell6105]

@@potato1084 And how much money would you say a family needs to make before they have a right to not have others assuming they are "selfish" and that their children shouldn't exist?

[@pams-pl1ys]

we need our christian families, so please don't allow anyone to encourage negativity in you about wanting a family, & a large family at that. God bless you!

[@crazyforcorcoran752]

You gained me as a follower with this video! Thank you for being a witness! Fellow Catholic here and mom of 4 (5and under).

[@emeraldcoal2360]

I might not be Catholic but I still love this so much! God all through the Scriptures was in charge of giving (or not giving) life and I know He does the same today. I'm 28 and have 4 close together kids and I'm no where near done in my heart! My husband came from a family of only 2 children so it's been harder for him (and his family!) to come around. We just take it one baby at a time right now and I pray hard in between because I know He has more to add to our family. Big happy families are just a blessing! I love my homeschool family van and I hope to fill it with a big ol' family someday, God willing!

[@sgrill11124]

You dont need to explain yourself to anyone. God bless you and your family.❤️

[@jenram8556]

Love love this video! Thank you for being transparent and not being afraid to speak about God. My husband and I have 2 beautiful boys only 13 months apart exact and i wouldn't have it any other way. We also have the same belief about family as you, and we are catholic as well. My husband was diagnosed with testicular cancer and had one of them removed last year a few months after we found out we were expecting our second child. It's truly amazing the way God works when we are open to his will.

[@saml8136]

As someone who is still undecided on children, what I worry about the most is: 1) so many children already being here with no loving families, 2) environmental impact, 3) bringing a soul into a world where I can't necessarily guarantee their safety, or be able to calm all of their pain or terror if they end up having to confront existential dread and some other things to the extent I have. I share the first two just because when people say it's a personal choice - it is, and also, sometimes when we reflect on something in its entirety, individual decisions across our population can and do add up and can affect the collective. Blessings to you and your family though. You seem like a really cool person, and you get to speak and live your truth.

[@EmilyMurphy0608]

Same girl!!! We felt God call us to adoption before having bio kids. We abopted two, and then discovered the road for bios to be extremely difficult for us. We miscarried three, and finally gave birth to our first bio daughter March 2022. We’re now pregnant again with our first bio son, due Nov 2023. We believe it is the Lord alone who builds the family, and we have no intentions of attempting to prevent what he already has planned. We hope to adopt again, and have as many bio babies that he blesses us with. May the Lord continue to bless and keep you and your family! 🤍

[@weesieyoutubesminecraft3214]

I want a large family as soon as I can my friend said to me when will you have time alone to enjoy yourself I simply replied with when I’m with my kids (Ofc I’m sure I will find some time alone to do things separate) but I just know that when I’m with my kids is when I’ll be happiest through all the highs and lows the future will bring❤

[@LKYme]

This woman is beautiful, and these children are lucky to have such a loving and dedicated mother. However, I do feel that at a certain point, too many children makes it impossible to fully nurture and provide emotionally for all of their needs. I respect this wonderful mom so much. I just hope the future provides all of them with everything they need for a thriving childhood and ample time to nurture their individual development. There's only so much time and energy one parenting team can give. At some point, there will be less to go around, to be able to give every child the individual nurturing they deserve. I hope that never happens.

[@larklearningtopray5772]

As a 23 year old woman who wants to live this kind of life when I get married one day, this is super encouraging

[@annaknapp3447]

Couldn’t agree more! I’m one of eight and though there were many hard days, I regret none of them. My siblings are my best friends and I wouldn’t trade any of them for an “easier” life. We were always loved and cherished by our parents!

[@HabitsofaHomemaker]

Love this! You just gained a new subscriber. 🥰 Fellow mommy of 5 here, trusting the Lord’s perfect plan for our lives and our family. 🤎🥰

[@HaylieSings]

I used to think I wanted a big family. But I just had my third and must say, every time my recovery has been so hard. And honestly it’s just not for me personally! So grateful for my babies- they are such gifts!! But I definitely think God isn’t upset with me for wanting to be done having children. I enjoy Chrissy’s content, but some in the comments concern me with a very rigid mindset about what “God’s plan” is. Because it’s up to the individual to seek His plan for their life- having a million kids isn’t a command. If you want to and it’s a joy for you and not hard on your body etc then that’s awesome! But it’s also awesome if you don’t want to keep having children because of whatever reason you have discerned for yourself and your family.

[@guts1893]

I love how you believe in God and his plans. I’ve been pregnant 6 times since 2016 and I must say its really hard somedays. The way you’re living your life inspires me to look at life and children in a beautiful way and to feel blessed. I just feel like parenting is hard because of the expectations. You are lucky that you have your husband around you all the time. Im doing it on my own most of the times since my husband travels a lot. I sometimes feel like its too much too handle but you make me look at life with children as a blessing. So thank you

[@BLucky11]

LOVE this message. Thank you for being brave and mentioning God as well 💕 Isn't it crazy that has become such a bold move these days? I feel like more and more people are being open about their faith, and growing closer together as a result. Keep on loving those happy babies ❤

[@micaiahmahan1850]

This is so beautiful and encouraging! Thank you for being a beautiful example to us younger and new mamas!

[@Credo8]

Love this! I’m a Catholic homeschooling mom of 7 boys (including twins) and 1 girl…baby #9 due in February. We are open to life and practice NFP, working with, not against, God’s plan for our family! I’m from a family of 14 and my husband is one of two….he wanted a big family because he saw how awesome it can be. Thank you for being a witness to the beauty and sanctity of human life 💕

[@bunny_0288]

I'm one of 4 and I loved growing up with a larger than average family. I used to beg my mom to have more babies! My parents unexpectedly passed away when I was 29, and I am so so thankful for my 3 siblings. I can't imagine going through that as an only child. I think big families are beautiful. More people to love 💕

[@lauralearns]

🎉 That's wonderful for you and your family 😊. I want 1 or 2 children myself because I think it's best for me, and we all have to do what we think is best for ourselves! Everyone is different ❤

[@christinesimu-en6iv]

Love this! If I had had a good man like you have I’d have had more too. So wonderful to hear how much you love your children and the blessings they are, and what a great team you and your husband are❤️❤️. God bless you and your beautiful family. Can’t wait to see more reels❣️

[@juliaschein8509]

Thank you so much for sharing, is so important for us to see you, hear you and feel supported as well by you! Me and my husband got married in october and got pregnant in november, Claire is coming in a few weeks now! Hope our family keeps growing in God's pace! Catholic mom from Brazil sending you lots of love ❤💐🌼❣️🦆

[@tydesha03]

Thank you for speaking up about this! Big families are AMAZING! As a mom of 8…I wouldn’t change a thing! It’s absolutely amazing!

[@allisonbarrett4938]

Having a big family may not be in the cards for me, but I absolutely love big families. I grew up as the youngest of 5, but also was around many large families of up to 12 kids. I love seeing families of any size that have loving and supportive parents and happy kids.

[@heatherlynn2845]

I have loved your content & it’s encouraging knowing you’re a believer! God bless you and your family, and I hope you gain followers from this. Yes, each child is such a blessing

[@arianaforsman5713]

Love this! I'm the oldest of eight children and just had my first baby in December. My parent's had three children, decided they were done, then ten years later decided to have another baby- which turned into five more babies! I can't imagine my life without each of my siblings, my parent's decision to add to our family was such a huge blessing. I hope to build a home filled with just as much love and laughter as the home I grew up in.

[@jessicaborges129]

Having faith made me follow you! You and you’re family are so blessed. I can see the support and happiness. May God bless you all and your paths

[@emilyash6864]

Love seeing other big families! My parents have 11 and I would love to have lots of my own someday

[@raecheldeaton]

I’ve got four and I got my tubes removed. I cry literally so often about the babies I won’t ever get to have with my amazing husband, but we truly can’t afford anymore children. But if we had more money and resources, I would have probably wanted at least two or three more. I’m the oldest of seven but only grew up with my three oldest little sisters. Our house is loud having four boys, but I am so grateful for the noise.

[@MegMarchSews61]

This is amazing! Me and my husband are proud to have the same philosophy

[@richieaerthen24]

Your family is so beautiful, many blessings to you And as someone who has experience, it is great parenting on your part not to have the older ones parent the younger ones all the time Cause this way you only ever have one child - the youngest one. The rest are forced to grow up immediately, which is cruel It is amazing to see parent willing to not only have many kids, but take genuine responsibility, let the kids stay kids and love them equally Much love and positivity to you and your sweet family 💚

[@laurenk1853]

Thank you for this beautiful video. As a Catholic mom I also use NFP and it has been a huge blessing. I never set out of have 5 but my heart changed with each child and I couldn’t imagine our life any other way ❤

[@cindysandberg643]

I am SO HAPPY FOR YOU. Your kids will have so much love and so many happy life long memories. GOD BLESS YOU AND THE WHOLE FAMILY AND THE LIL ONE INSIDE. 😊😊😊😍😍😍💖💙💝

[@juliahambright7363]

Thank you so much Chrissy!! I’m Catholic and just got married and I wonder how many kids I want/will have, but the truth is it’s up to God❤️ I want as many as I can support and give a wonderful life. You’re an inspiration

[@barbieblue3336]

@@potato1084 move on

[@amykirch9988]

Love this. Agree with you and support you whole heatedly! May God bless you, your husband and all your little ones (and those to still come!)

[@Hannahbananabear14]

I love this so much. I’m pregnant with my first, and while this pregnancy has been less than ideal (I’ve been sick for the past 17 weeks lol) I am so excited to finally be a mom, something I’ve felt that God has been calling me to do. When we were getting married everyone would ask how many kids we wanted and I’ve always said 4. I came from a family of 4 kids and I can’t imagine having a small family myself. But ultimately we know that gods plan for us will reveal itself and I’m just thankful everyday that he’s blessed us with one healthy pregnancy already and I can’t wait to see what the rest of his plan is ❤❤❤

[@stephaniewallace4730]

Congratulations I just had my 5th last month on the 26th and I wouldn't have it any other way his a blessing to our family and I couldn't see myself without Gideon he is our 4th son he has a sister who's 2yrs old.....I've always wanted a large family, but never dreamed it would be like this it's amazing and so much fun every one of our children have their own personality and are so different in every way it's a true blessing to be their mom and watch them all grow up

[@coup919062]

Thank you for saying this even though it’s incredibly triggering for me. Growing up women didn’t really have a choice; have as many children as “god will allow” completely disregarding your own health, the rest of your family’s health, and certainly not caring one bit about your own mental health. We were bred to be baby factories and our worth was connected to it. I’m terrified of having children as a result but I’m glad this works for you and wish you all the best 💕🦋

[@rhoslynaguirreramirez485]

What a bizarre thing to say!