Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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In this solo episode, I’m sharing a big family update—we’re expecting baby number nine! I’m also chatting about where we’re at with our custom farmhouse build (hint: it’s going slower than I hoped), how we’re navigating delays, and what I’ve learned through the process. I’m answering your questions on everything from large family rhythms to sourdough baking with freshly milled grains, co-sleeping routines, dairy goats vs. cows, and more. Whether you’re in the thick of little years, planning a future homestead, or just love chatting all things motherhood and homemaking, I think you’ll enjoy this one.
In this episode, we cover:
- Big announcement: we’re expecting baby #9 later this summer!
- Why we won’t be in the new farmhouse before the baby arrives
- Unexpected delays and decisions in building from raw land
- Why I’m learning to appreciate the slower pace of this build
- The vision behind our forever home (inspired by my parents’ setup)
- Our Sunday family rhythm: large family gathering, casual food, outdoor country life
- Switching a sourdough starter to freshly milled flour without a complicated transition
- Our experience with dairy goats (and why we ultimately stuck with cows for milk)
- My must-have babywearing favorites for every stage—from newborn snuggles to toddler back carries
- How I navigate my evening routine with a co-sleeping baby (and what changes around 6 months)
- Late-night snacks I love—nourishing ideas that feel indulgent but skip the junk
- Thoughts on prenatals vs. whole food nutrition during pregnancy—and how I approach supplements
- Tips for getting soft, well-risen sourdough bread with freshly milled flour
- Troubleshooting sandwich bread made with whole grains: rising issues, sour flavor, and more
- Sourdough baking without an oven? My go-to stovetop recipes for bread-like alternatives
- How we’re managing indoor pets with a big family and young children
- Reflections on motherhood through different seasons—how the hardest years eventually feel softer
- Designing a new farmhouse: blending modern function with vintage character (and why I’m saying yes to closets!)
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Check out my friend Ashley’s slow and intentional home build: instagram.com/turner.farm
I share more details about my current pregnancy in this recent announcement video: youtu.be/E_RFlu2QPcU?si=eeAVcFjZBemOIuUi
Take a look at the recent design refresh to my parents’ home: youtu.be/zHNDYqiVUWk
Check out the Q&A episode I recorded with my sisters Laura & Andrea: youtu.be/_HbcYrrf1k0
Listen to this podcast episode with Anja all about sourdough and freshly-milled grains: youtu.be/fXG1K2xJhSM
Join my FREE masterclass to learn my 4-step framework for making money on YouTube bit.ly/farmhouseyoutubemasterclass
Master the rhythm of sourdough with confidence in my Simple Sourdough course bit.ly/simplesourdoughcourse
Gain the sewing knowledge and skills every homemaker needs in my Simple Sewing series bit.ly/simplesewingcourse
Turn your content creation dreams into a profitable business with my YouTube Success Academy bit.ly/farmhouseyoutubecourse
Keep all my favorite sourdough recipes at your fingertips in my Daily Sourdough cookbook homesteadliving.com/daily-sourdough/?utm_source=farmhouseonboone&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=SRD
CONNECT
Blog: farmhouseonboone.com
YouTube: youtube.com/c/FarmhouseonBoone
Instagram: instagram.com/farmhouseonboone
TikTok: tiktok.com/@farmhouseonboone
Facebook: facebook.com/farmhouseonboone
Pinterest: pinterest.com/farmhouseonboone/_created
Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.
GET MORE FROM THIS EPISODE
Listen to this podcast episode: pod.link/1494284839/episode/2848d7be73352f144d5361c7ddccc584
View full show notes on the blog: simplefarmhouselifepodcast.com/2025/05/13/expecting-baby-9-farmhouse-build-delays-family-rhythms-sourdough-tips-more-qa-episode-289
Thank you, Birch Living for sponsoring! Visit birchliving.com/simplefarmhouselife and use my code BIRCHPARTNER27 to get 27% off plus 2 free pillows with your mattress purchase.
In this solo episode, I’m sharing a big family update—we’re expecting baby number nine! I’m also chatting about where we’re at with our custom farmhouse build (hint: it’s going slower than I hoped), how we’re navigating delays, and what I’ve learned through the process. I’m answering your questions on everything from large family rhythms to sourdough baking with freshly milled grains, co-sleeping routines, dairy goats vs. cows, and more. Whether you’re in the thick of little years, planning a future homestead, or just love chatting all things motherhood and homemaking, I think you’ll enjoy this one.
In this episode, we cover:
- Big announcement: we’re expecting baby #9 later this summer!
- Why we won’t be in the new farmhouse before the baby arrives
- Unexpected delays and decisions in building from raw land
- Why I’m learning to appreciate the slower pace of this build
- The vision behind our forever home (inspired by my parents’ setup)
- Our Sunday family rhythm: large family gathering, casual food, outdoor country life
- Switching a sourdough starter to freshly milled flour without a complicated transition
- Our experience with dairy goats (and why we ultimately stuck with cows for milk)
- My must-have babywearing favorites for every stage—from newborn snuggles to toddler back carries
- How I navigate my evening routine with a co-sleeping baby (and what changes around 6 months)
- Late-night snacks I love—nourishing ideas that feel indulgent but skip the junk
- Thoughts on prenatals vs. whole food nutrition during pregnancy—and how I approach supplements
- Tips for getting soft, well-risen sourdough bread with freshly milled flour
- Troubleshooting sandwich bread made with whole grains: rising issues, sour flavor, and more
- Sourdough baking without an oven? My go-to stovetop recipes for bread-like alternatives
- How we’re managing indoor pets with a big family and young children
- Reflections on motherhood through different seasons—how the hardest years eventually feel softer
- Designing a new farmhouse: blending modern function with vintage character (and why I’m saying yes to closets!)
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Check out my friend Ashley’s slow and intentional home build: instagram.com/turner.farm
I share more details about my current pregnancy in this recent announcement video: youtu.be/E_RFlu2QPcU?si=eeAVcFjZBemOIuUi
Take a look at the recent design refresh to my parents’ home: youtu.be/zHNDYqiVUWk
Check out the Q&A episode I recorded with my sisters Laura & Andrea: youtu.be/_HbcYrrf1k0
Listen to this podcast episode with Anja all about sourdough and freshly-milled grains: youtu.be/fXG1K2xJhSM
Join my FREE masterclass to learn my 4-step framework for making money on YouTube bit.ly/farmhouseyoutubemasterclass
Master the rhythm of sourdough with confidence in my Simple Sourdough course bit.ly/simplesourdoughcourse
Gain the sewing knowledge and skills every homemaker needs in my Simple Sewing series bit.ly/simplesewingcourse
Turn your content creation dreams into a profitable business with my YouTube Success Academy bit.ly/farmhouseyoutubecourse
Keep all my favorite sourdough recipes at your fingertips in my Daily Sourdough cookbook homesteadliving.com/daily-sourdough/?utm_source=farmhouseonboone&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=SRD
CONNECT
Blog: farmhouseonboone.com
YouTube: youtube.com/c/FarmhouseonBoone
Instagram: instagram.com/farmhouseonboone
TikTok: tiktok.com/@farmhouseonboone
Facebook: facebook.com/farmhouseonboone
Pinterest: pinterest.com/farmhouseonboone/_created
Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.
GET MORE FROM THIS EPISODE
Listen to this podcast episode: pod.link/1494284839/episode/2848d7be73352f144d5361c7ddccc584
View full show notes on the blog: simplefarmhouselifepodcast.com/2025/05/13/expecting-baby-9-farmhouse-build-delays-family-rhythms-sourdough-tips-more-qa-episode-289
