The Modern Ancestral Mamas Podcast

We’re diving into a topic every mama faces at the end of summer: back to school. Whether your kids are homeschooled, enrolled in traditional school, or somewhere in between, this season brings fresh routines, curriculum choices, and the inevitable chaos of early mornings. In this episode, Corey and Christine share their own family plans for the year, from hybrid co-ops to traditional classrooms, and offer encouragement for moms navigating the transition.   ✨ Topics Covered in This Episode: ✔️ Homeschool planning: spreadsheets, curriculum choices, and record-keeping ✔️ Balancing hybrid co-ops with at-home learning ✔️ Why one child is returning to traditional school—and how the family is preparing ✔️ Curriculum recommendations moms actually use (math, reading, history, language arts) ✔️ Organization hacks: planners, whiteboards, and keeping schedules visible ✔️ How to handle standardized testing as a homeschooler ✔️ Early dinners, early bedtimes, and making mornings less chaotic ✔️ Packing school lunches—night before vs. morning of ✔️ Keeping family connection strong during the busy school year ✔️ Encouragement for moms in every stage—from toddlers to teens   🧠 More About This Episode: In this conversation, Corey and Christine open up about their own schooling decisions, why flexibility matters, how each child’s needs are different, and what they’ve learned along the way. Whether you’re brand new to homeschooling or sending your kids back to school with packed lunches, this episode will leave you with practical ideas and plenty of encouragement. 📚 Resources & Links Mentioned: 📍 Beast Academy – https://beastacademy.com/ 📍 Story of the World – https://welltrainedmind.com/c/story-of-the-world/ 📍 Logic of English – https://www.logicofenglish.com/ 📍 Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) – https://iew.com/   ✨ Support the Show! 👍 Like & Subscribe for more faith-filled, intentional motherhood conversations ⭐ Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify 💬 Comment below: What’s one back-to-school tip or tradition that works in your family?   #BackToSchool #HomeschoolMoms #FaithAndFamily #MotherhoodPodcast #ModernAncestralMamas 📲 Stay Connected: @fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/ @nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/ @modernancestralmamas | https://www.instagram.com/modernancestralmamas/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@ModernAncestralMamas 

We’re stepping into a topic that every mama of daughters will eventually face—puberty. How do we approach it with honesty, hope, and wisdom? In this episode, we’re joined by Megan Ziegenfus, former middle school teacher and creator of a popular mother-daughter puberty course, to talk about navigating the changes of adolescence with grace. From spotting the first signs of development to offering our girls a vision of their bodies as beautifully designed, Megan shares how moms can prepare their daughters—and themselves—for this season.   ✨ Topics Covered in This Episode: ✔️ The very first signs of puberty in girls (and what to look for) ✔️ How to talk about breast buds, body hair, and early changes positively ✔️ When and how to start the conversation about periods ✔️ Why “drip drip drip” conversations are more effective than one big “talk” ✔️ Common things moms forget to explain (like cervical fluid and discharge) ✔️ How nutrition—minerals, protein, and breakfast—supports healthy cycles ✔️ Reframing cravings and chocolate before periods through a nutrient lens ✔️ The connection between digestion, hormones, and menstrual health ✔️ Making puberty talks special, memorable, and rooted in love ✔️ Why early education on fertility awareness matters for teens   🧠 More About This Episode: Megan Ziegenfus is a former middle school teacher turned women’s health educator who helps moms and daughters learn about puberty, periods, and the beauty of the female body together. Through her course and resources, she equips families to replace shame and confusion with confidence, dignity, and wonder at how God designed our bodies.   📚 Resources & Links Mentioned: 📍 Megan’s Mother-Daughter Course – https://www.bodytalkbasics.com/ 📍 The Care and Keeping of You (original edition) – https://www.amazon.com/Care-Keeping-American-Girl-Library/dp/1562476661   ✨ Support the Show! 👍 Like & Subscribe for more faith-filled, intentional motherhood conversations ⭐ Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify 💬 Comment below: What’s one thing you wish you had known about puberty when you were younger?   #PubertyTalk #ChristianMotherhood #RaisingGirls #FaithAndFamily #ModernAncestralMamas   📲 Stay Connected: @fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/ @nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/ @modernancestralmamas | https://www.instagram.com/modernancestralmamas/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@ModernAncestralMamas 

We’re stepping away from our usual nutrition chats to explore something just as vital to family life—creating a home that nurtures the heart and soul. In this episode, Jamie Erickson of The Unlikely Homeschool and author of Holy Hygge joins us to share how the Danish concept of hygge can transform the way we approach homeschooling, hospitality, rest, and daily rhythms. From cultivating cozy spaces to modeling lifelong learning, Jamie offers practical wisdom for weaving faith, intentionality, and warmth into your home life—without the pressure to be Pinterest-perfect.   ✨ Topics Covered in This Episode: ✔️ What “hygge” really means (and why it matters for family life) ✔️ The 7 key elements of a hygge-inspired home ✔️ How to practice “scruffy hospitality” and welcome others without perfection ✔️ Why rest is a command, not a luxury—and how to make space for it ✔️ The difference between care and work on the Sabbath ✔️ Modeling lifelong learning for your kids through daily reading ✔️ Building a home culture that values relationships over appearances ✔️ Simple ways to make guests feel truly seen and known ✔️ How to create cozy, faith-filled rhythms for every season ✔️ Reframing productivity through a Biblical lens   🧠 More About This Episode: Jamie Erickson is a veteran homeschool mom of five, founder of The Unlikely Homeschool, and author of Holy Hygge, where she blends the timeless Danish principles of coziness, hospitality, and contentment with a Christ-centered home life. Her practical, grace-filled approach helps moms slow down, welcome others authentically, and create a home that reflects both faith and beauty.   📚 Resources & Links Mentioned: 📍 Holy Hygge – https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802421063 📍 The Unlikely Homeschool – https://www.theunlikelyhomeschool.com 📍 Jamie Erickson on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/theunlikelyhomeschool   ✨ Support the Show! 👍 Like & Subscribe for more conversations on faith-filled, intentional living ⭐ Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify 💬 Comment below: Which of the 7 hygge elements do you most want to cultivate in your home?   #HolyHygge #Hospitality #HomeschoolLife #FaithAndFamily #ChristianMotherhood #ModernAncestralMamas 📲 Stay Connected: @fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/ @nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/ @modernancestralmamas | https://www.instagram.com/modernancestralmamas/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@ModernAncestralMamas 

We’re diving into one of the most overlooked—but game-changing—parts of family health: breakfast. In this episode, Renee Kohley of Raising Generation Nourished joins us to talk about why the first meal of the day can make or break your child’s focus, mood, and growth—especially in the teen years. From protein-packed plates to make-ahead strategies, you’ll learn how to create nourishing mornings that actually work in real-life, busy households. 🍳 Topics   Covered in This Episode: ✔️ Why breakfast can set the tone for your child’s entire day ✔️ How under-fueling affects focus, mood, and behavior ✔️ The role of protein, healthy fats, and balanced carbs—especially for teens ✔️ Make-ahead breakfasts that work for busy mornings ✔️ How to help kids become “body aware” ✔️ Prepping breakfasts without spending hours in the kitchen ✔️ Strategies for kids who “don’t like eggs” (and other picky preferences) ✔️ The connection between food, hormones, and the teen years ✔️ Breaking cycles and teaching lifelong kitchen skills ✔️ Why a nourishing breakfast matters for the whole family   ⏱️ Chapters for This Episode: 00:00 – Welcome Back & Guest Intro 03:15 – Breakfast MVPs in Our Kitchens 08:05 – Why Nourished Mornings Was Written 14:23 – What Skipping or Skimping on Breakfast Looks Like in the Classroom 21:04 – Why Breakfast Matters for Kids & Teens 27:07 – How Renee’s Approach Has Evolved Over the Years 33:45 – Protein Needs for Teenagers & Managing Busy Mornings 40:58 – Make-Ahead Favorites & Flexible Meal Planning 48:26 – Managing Picky Preferences Without Short-Order Cooking 55:42 – Teaching Kids to Be Body Aware 01:02:11 – Linking Food, Hormones & Mood in the Teen Years 01:09:28 – Advice for Parents Making Breakfast Changes Later On 01:15:50 – Why Renee Loves Parenting Teens 01:21:32 – Final Takeaways on Nourished Mornings   🧠 More About This Episode: Renee Kohley is a mom of three, cookbook author, and the voice behind Raising Generation Nourished. Her latest cookbook, Nourished Mornings, offers real-food breakfast recipes designed for busy families—because fueling kids well doesn’t have to mean hours in the kitchen.   📚 Resources & Links Mentioned: 📍 Nourished Mornings Cookbook – https://www.amazon.com/Nourished-Mornings-Easy-Real-Food-Breakfasts/dp/B0D8NYYHVY 📍 Raising Generation Nourished – https://www.raisinggenerationnourished.com 📍 Breakfast Meal Planner – https://www.raisinggenerationnourished.com/2023/08/the-breakfast-meal-planner-from-raising-generation-nourished/ 📍 Baked Oatmeal Recipe – https://www.raisinggenerationnourished.com/2023/10/pumpkin-apple-baked-oatmeal   ✨ Support the Show! 👍 Like & Subscribe if you want to see more episodes on real-food family meals ⭐ Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify 💬 Comment below: What’s your family’s go-to nourishing breakfast?   #NourishedMornings #RealFoodForKids #AncestralLiving #HealthyBreakfast #FamilyNutrition #RaisingGenerationNourished #ModernAncestralMamas   📲 Stay Connected: @fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/ @nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/ @modernancestralmamas | https://www.instagram.com/modernancestralmamas/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@ModernAncestralMamas  

We’re diving into one of the most overlooked—but surprisingly important—parts of family nutrition: drinks. In this final episode of our “What Can I Eat?” series, we’re talking about what’s really hydrating (spoiler: it’s not just water), why juice boxes aren’t the solution, and how ancestral wisdom can help us rethink what we offer our kids and ourselves to drink each day.   We chat about everything from raw milk and herbal teas to fermented beverages like water kefir and kombucha. You’ll hear practical tips, stories from our own families, and the deeper “why” behind nutrient-dense drinks. If you’ve ever wondered what’s actually worth sipping—or how to ditch the dye-filled sports drinks—this episode is packed with insight.   🥛 Topics Covered in This Episode: ✔️ Why water alone isn’t always hydrating ✔️ The importance of minerals—and how to add them back into your drinks ✔️ The dangers of reverse osmosis water (and how to remineralize it) ✔️ What’s wrong with juice boxes and flavored milks ✔️ Our thoughts on sports drinks, soda, and juicing trends ✔️ Why we love raw milk and what to look for in a farmer ✔️ Nutrient-dense drinks from fermented teas to herbal tonics ✔️ How ancestral cultures used drinks for health and hydration ✔️ Easy homemade beverage ideas to nourish your family ✔️ The surprising history of drinks (hint: water wasn’t always on the menu)   ⏱️ Chapters for This Episode: 00:00 – Welcome Back & Series Recap 01:47 – What We're Drinking Today 06:58 – Why Water Alone Isn’t Always Enough 08:27 – Reverse Osmosis & Mineral-Depleted Water 10:48 – Juice, Sports Drinks & Pediatric Advice 17:12 – Our Take on the Juicing Craze 23:41 – Beverage History & Ancestral Wisdom 31:03 – Raw Milk, Kefir & Nutrient-Dense Drinks 36:47 – Kombucha, Water Kefir & Jun Tea 42:00 – Cordials, Fermented Lemonade & Backyard Tonics 46:15 – Mimosa Tree Tea & Natural Sleep Support 49:35 – Raw Liver Tonics & Pottinger’s Cats 52:14 – Practical Tips: What We’re Actually Making at Home 56:00 – Why Drinks Deserve More Attention 01:00:05 – Final Thoughts: Empowering Moms to Think Differently 01:04:10 – Sneak Peek: What’s Coming Next   🧠 More About This Series: We first recorded a full “What CAN I Eat For…” series in 2022—covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, desserts, and drinks. Because these episodes hit home for so many moms, we’re re-recording them with fresh insight, updated tips, and a focus on grace and real-life application. Previous Episodes in this Series: What CAN I Eat for Breakfast?? https://youtu.be/lTyygkxH5JM What CAN I Eat for Lunch?? https://youtu.be/OQgv2ztW1MM What CAN I Eat for Dinner?? https://youtu.be/QSTr6igjXu8 What CAN I Eat for Desserts?? https://youtu.be/2NZ08OUGdVw What CAN I Eat for Snacks?? https://youtu.be/BH8Z7otA0EQ   📚 Resources & Links Mentioned: 📍 Nourish the Littles courses: (https://nourishthelittles.com) 📍 Raw Milk Institute: (https://www.rawmilkinstitute.org) 📍 Favorite electrolytes: Baja Gold (no sweeteners) 📍 Nourish Kitchen (for fermented beverage recipes) 📍 Favorite nutrient-dense drinks: raw milk, beet kvass, water kefir, milk kefir, Jun tea, herbal infusions, fermented lemonades   ✨ Featured Products & Brands: Baja Gold (https://bajagold.com) | Liquid ocean minerals—clean, unsweetened electrolytes Clean Kanteen (https://www.cleankanteen.com) | Durable water bottles we love Crazy Water (Texas-based) | High-mineral water for real hydration Raw Farm (https://www.rawfarmusa.com) | Christine’s favorite raw milk source Nourish Kitchen (https://www.nourishkitchen.com) | Recipes for fermented oat drinks and more   ✨ Support the Show! 👍 Like & Subscribe if you’ve ever wondered if your family’s drinks are really nourishing ⭐ Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify 💬 Comment below: What’s your go-to hydrating drink for your family?   #RealFoodDrinks #HydrationMatters #ModernAncestralMamas #FermentedBeverages #ElectrolytesForKids #RawMilkForHealth #NourishingDrinks #RaisingHealthyKids #WhatToDrink #AncestralLiving   📲 Stay Connected: @fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/ @nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/ @modernancestralmamas | https://www.instagram.com/modernancestralmamas/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@ModernAncestralMamas 

We’re diving into one of the trickiest—and most talked-about—topics in modern motherhood: snacks. In this episode, we unpack the cultural obsession with constant snacking, how it impacts our kids’ health (and appetites), and why we’ve made it a priority to rethink the way we snack in our homes.   We share what’s actually working in our families, how we set snack boundaries without shame, the importance of protein and fat in between meals, and why saying “no” to endless snacks isn’t mean—it’s loving. If you’ve ever felt stuck between feeding your kids something or fighting a snack battle every afternoon, this conversation will meet you right where you are.   🥑 Topics Covered in This Episode: ✔️ Why snack culture is out of control—and how we got here ✔️ How constant snacking affects kids’ hunger cues and metabolism ✔️ The connection between snacking and blood sugar crashes ✔️ Our personal snack philosophies: what’s changed and why ✔️ Snack ideas that actually nourish (and keep kids full) ✔️ When to say yes—and when to say no to snacks ✔️ How to shift kids (and yourself) away from constant grazing ✔️ Practical ways to handle co-ops, errands, and snack-heavy settings ✔️ The budget impact of over-snacking—and how to fix it ✔️ Encouragement for moms who feel stuck in the snack cycle   ⏱️ Chapters for This Episode: 00:00 – Intro: Why Snack Culture Is Out of Control 06:15 – How Constant Snacking Impacts Hunger and Metabolism 12:40 – Our Personal Snack Philosophies & Real Life Examples 19:50 – Snack Ideas That Actually Nourish 26:30 – When to Say Yes (and When to Say No) 33:00 – How We’re Teaching Our Kids to Stop Grazing 39:15 – Handling Snacks at Co-ops, Playdates & Errands 45:30 – The Real Cost of Over-Snacking (Budget + Health) 52:00 – Giving Yourself Grace in the Snack Struggle 58:15 – Final Thoughts & Encouragement for Moms   🧠 More About This Series: We first recorded a full “What CAN I Eat For…” series in 2022—covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, desserts, and drinks. Because these episodes hit home for so many moms, we’re re-recording them with fresh insight, updated tips, and a focus on grace and real-life application.   📚 Resources & Links Mentioned: 📍 Real Food Real Families course: (https://nourishthelittles.com) (Code NTL10 for 10% off) 📍 Corey’s Cookbooks: (https://www.fornutrientssake.com/shop) (Code MAM15 for 15% off) 📍 Favorite snack staples: meat sticks, cheese, soaked muffins, hard-boiled eggs, fruit with fat 📍 Weston A. Price Foundation on nourishing traditional snacks   ✨ Featured Products & Brands: Masienda (https://masienda.com) | Code MAM10 for 10% off | We love their heirloom masa Seatopia (https://seatopia.fish) | Code ANCESTRALMAMA for 10% off | Christine loves their Sashimi Date Night box Wholestix (https://www.wholestix.com/) | | Code MAMA50 for 50% off | Meat sticks with organ meats Eat Pluck (https://eatpluck.com/) | Organ meat seasoning Paleo Valley (https://paleovalley.com/) | Clean snacks + meat sticks   ✨ Support the Show! 👍 Like & Subscribe if you’ve ever wondered how to handle snack time with your kids ⭐ Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify 💬 Comment below: What’s your go-to snack when you’re trying to keep it nourishing?   #SnackCulture #RealFoodMoms #ModernAncestralMamas #HealthySnackIdeas #PickyEaterSolutions #SnackBoundaries #RealFoodSnacks #RaisingHealthyKids #SnackTimeStruggles   📲 Stay Connected: @fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/ @nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/ @modernancestralmamas | https://www.instagram.com/modernancestralmamas/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@ModernAncestralMamas 

We’re wrapping up our re-recorded “What CAN I Eat For…” series with a topic that brings out all the mixed feelings: dessert. Whether you’re the “always say yes” mom, the “no sugar ever” mom, or somewhere in between, this episode is packed with honest conversation, personal stories, and practical ideas for navigating sweets in a culture that normalizes daily sugar overload.   We’re talking about our own dessert philosophies, how we set boundaries with our kids, what we serve in our homes, and why saying “no” to sugar doesn’t have to mean saying “no” to fun. If you’ve ever wondered how to handle birthday parties, grocery store freebies, or post-dinner dessert expectations, this one’s for you.   🍪 Topics Covered in This Episode: ✔️ How dessert has changed over generations—and why it matters ✔️ The difference between celebration treats and daily sugar habits ✔️ How we handle birthday parties, family events, and grocery store sweets ✔️ Our go-to nourishing dessert ideas for special occasions ✔️ Why “because I said so” isn’t always a bad parenting move ✔️ How to talk to your kids about sugar without fear or shame ✔️ Setting dessert boundaries with love and consistency ✔️ Food dyes, processed sugars, and where we personally draw the line ✔️ Why you don’t have to be perfect to protect your kids’ health ✔️ Encouragement for moms feeling the pressure of “saying no”   🧠 More About This Series: We first recorded a “What CAN I Eat For…” series in 2022, covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, desserts, and drinks. These conversations have remained some of our most popular, so we’re re-recording them with better audio, fresh insights, and real talk for real moms navigating today’s food culture.   📚 Resources & Links Mentioned: 📍 Real Food Real Families course: (https://nourishthelittles.com) (Code NTL10 for 10% off) 📍 Corey’s Cookbooks: (https://www.fornutrientssake.com/shop) (Code MAM15 for 15% off) 📍 Nourishing dessert recipes, homemade treats, and natural sweetener tips 📍 Weston A. Price Foundation on traditional sweeteners   ✨ Featured Products & Brands: Masienda (https://masienda.com) | Code MAM10 for 10% off | Perfect for wholesome treats Seatopia (https://seatopia.fish) | Code ANCESTRALMAMA for 10% off | Our favorite clean seafood source Farrow (https://farrow.shop) | Code ANCESTRALMAMAS for 10% off | Gentle skincare for moms and kids   ⏱️ Chapters for This Episode 00:00 – Intro: Why Dessert Culture Matters for Families 05:10 – Our Personal History with Dessert and Treats 12:30 – The Difference Between Celebrations and Everyday Sweets 18:45 – How We Handle Birthday Parties, Holidays, and Grocery Store Treats 25:30 – Talking to Kids About Sugar Without Fear or Shame 33:00 – Setting Dessert Boundaries in a Loving, Consistent Way 40:15 – Our Go-To Nourishing Dessert Ideas at Home 47:40 – Where We Draw the Line with Food Dyes, Sugar, and Store-Bought Treats 54:00 – You Don’t Have to Be Perfect: Grace for Moms Navigating Dessert Culture 1:01:30 – Final Thoughts & Encouragement for Setting Boundaries with Confidence   ✨ Support the Show! 👍 Like & Subscribe if you’ve ever wrestled with dessert decisions as a mom ⭐ Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify 💬 Comment below: How do YOU navigate dessert in your home?    📲 Stay Connected: @fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/ @nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/ @modernancestralmamas | https://www.instagram.com/modernancestralmamas/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@ModernAncestralMamas

We’re back with part three of our “What CAN I Eat For…” re-recorded series—and this time we’re tackling the end-of-day decision that can feel impossibly heavy: dinner. Whether you’re feeding toddlers, teens, husbands, or just yourself after a long day, this episode is your honest, grace-filled guide to making dinner work in real life.   We talk about the mental load of planning, how our dinners have changed over the years, the pressure to cook “the right way,” and the tension between nourishing food and realistic expectations. This isn’t about rigid rules or gourmet meals—it’s about grounding your family in good food, served with love and sanity.   🍽 Topics Covered in This Episode: ✔️ Why dinner is often the most emotional and overwhelming meal of the day ✔️ The pressure to “do it right” and how we’ve let that go ✔️ Our personal dinner rhythms, patterns, and go-to meals ✔️ What to do when your family doesn’t eat like you ✔️ How to keep dinner nourishing—even when it’s simple ✔️ Why short-order cooking leaves everyone more stressed ✔️ Tips for prepping meat, choosing meals, and reducing last-minute chaos ✔️ How we think about organ meats, nutrient density, and budget meals ✔️ Reframing dinner as a spiritual and relational moment—not just food ✔️ Real talk about burnout, resentment, and feeding with joy   🧠 More About This Series: We first recorded a full “What CAN I Eat For…” series in 2022—covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, desserts, and drinks. Because these episodes have continued to resonate, we’re re-recording them with better sound, updated ideas, and the perspective we’ve gained since. This one’s for every mom who’s stood in the kitchen at 5:18 p.m. with no plan and a hungry crowd.   📚 Resources & Links Mentioned: 📍 Real Food Real Families course: (https://nourishthelittles.com) (Code NTL10 for 10% off) 📍 Corey’s Cookbooks: (https://www.fornutrientssake.com/shop) (Code MAM15 for 15% off) 📍 Christine’s fallback meals: ground beef bowls, stir fry, bone broth pasta, roast chicken 📍 Our favorite meats: Northstar Bison, US Wellness Meats, local farms   ✨ Featured Products & Brands: Masienda (https://masienda.com) | Code MAM10 for 10% off | Great for heirloom masa & quick dinners Seatopia (https://seatopia.fish) | Code ANCESTRALMAMA for 10% off | Christine loves their clean seafood options Farrow (https://farrow.shop) | Code ANCESTRALMAMAS for 10% off | Gentle skincare for busy moms Redmond Real Salt | A pantry staple for real food meals   ⏱️ Chapters for This Episode 00:00 – Intro: Why Dinner Feels So Emotionally Heavy 05:30 – Our Honest Struggles with Planning & Prep 12:00 – How Our Dinner Routines Have Changed Over the Years 18:45 – What to Do When Your Family Doesn’t Eat Like You 25:15 – Tips for Nourishing Dinners Without Overwhelm 32:40 – Favorite Fall-Back Meals When You’re Tired 39:55 – Short-Order Cooking: Why We’ve Let That Go 46:10 – Thinking About Organ Meats, Nutrient Density & Budget 53:20 – The Deeper Meaning of Dinner: Connection, Not Perfection 1:00:30 – Final Thoughts + Encouragement for Tired Moms   ✨ Support the Show! 👍 Like & Subscribe if you’re trying to make dinner matter—without losing your mind ⭐ Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify 💬 Comment below: What’s your go-to dinner when you’re tired, out of ideas, or just done?   📲 Stay Connected: @fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/ @nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/ @modernancestralmamas | https://www.instagram.com/modernancestralmamas/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@ModernAncestralMamas 

We’re back with the second installment of our re-recorded “What CAN I Eat For…” series—this time tackling the midday meal that every mom dreads: lunch. Whether you homeschool, pack co-op meals, or just find yourself throwing random snacks on a plate at 12:42 pm, this episode is your honest, nourishing reset.   We’re sharing what’s actually working in our homes, how our lunch routines have evolved over time, and why “just a sandwich” doesn’t cut it when it comes to energy, focus, and blood sugar. From protein-fat-fiber balance to school lunch hacks and feeding growing kids (again), this episode is full of real talk and realistic ideas to help your family thrive—without turning lunch into another stress point.   🥪 Topics Covered in This Episode: ✔️ Why lunch is often the most overlooked (and under-planned) meal ✔️ How to build a nourishing, satisfying lunch with what you have ✔️ The three elements every lunch should include (especially for kids) ✔️ Our go-to lunch staples: from meat and olives to soup and sourdough ✔️ What to pack for school, co-op, and long errands ✔️ Why “just crackers and cheese” won’t hold your kids over ✔️ How to transition kids away from high-sugar, low-protein lunches ✔️ Tips for batch prepping lunch proteins and fallback meals ✔️ The connection between lunch quality and afternoon meltdowns ✔️ Why it’s okay to feed your kids the same thing three days in a row   ⏱️ Chapters for This Episode 00:00 – Intro: Why Lunch Is the Most Overlooked Meal 05:15 – What We’re Actually Eating for Lunch Right Now 12:30 – The Real Reason “Crackers & Cheese” Doesn’t Cut It 18:45 – Building a Balanced Lunch: Protein, Fat & Fiber 25:10 – How We Pack Lunches for School, Co-ops & Errands 32:20 – Feeding Kids Through Growth Spurts, Activities & Big Appetites 40:30 – Batch Prepping Lunch Staples Without the Burnout 48:15 – The Impact of Lunch on Afternoon Meltdowns & Focus 56:00 – How to Simplify Lunch (Even If It’s Repetitive)   🧠 More About This Series: We originally recorded a full “What CAN I Eat For…” series in 2022—covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, desserts, and drinks. These episodes have remained some of our most listened-to, so we’re re-recording them with better audio, fresh perspective, and everything we’ve learned since. This week is all about lunch—because moms need help here too.   📚 Resources & Links Mentioned: 📍 Real Food Real Families course: (https://nourishthelittles.com) (Code NTL10 for 10% off) 📍 Corey’s Cookbooks: (https://www.fornutrientssake.com/shop) (Code MAM15 for 15% off) 📍 Christine’s lunchbox go-to’s: meat sticks, cheese cubes, raw veggies, pickles, hard-boiled eggs, soaked muffins, sourdough grilled cheese 📍 Bento box recs and tools coming to Instagram!   ✨ Featured Products & Brands: Masienda (https://masienda.com) | Code MAM10 for 10% off | Try their heirloom masa for tostada-style lunches Seatopia (https://seatopia.fish) | Code ANCESTRALMAMA for 10% off | Christine loves their Sashimi Date Night box Farrow (https://farrow.shop) | Code ANCESTRALMAMAS for 10% off | Our morning and midday skincare go-to One Degree Sprouted Bread | Available online or at natural grocery stores   ✨ Support the Show! 👍 Like & Subscribe if lunch stresses you out and you’re trying to do better ⭐ Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify 💬 Comment below: What’s your go-to lunch when you have zero energy or groceries?   📲 Stay Connected: @fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/ @nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/ @modernancestralmamas | https://www.instagram.com/modernancestralmamas/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@ModernAncestralMamas  

We’re kicking off the re-recorded "What CAN I Eat For…" series with one of the most relatable (and often chaotic) topics: breakfast. Whether you're a mom who wakes up ready to cook or someone who just wants coffee in silence, this episode is packed with humor, hard-won wisdom, and practical real food ideas to help make your mornings smoother—and more nourishing. We talk through how our breakfast routines have evolved, how to get kids on board with savory meals, the reality of cooking for picky eaters, the nutritional downsides of carb-heavy starts, and why protein, fat, and prep are your new best friends. If you’ve ever stared into your fridge at 7am wondering "what on earth do I feed these people?"—this one’s for you. 🍳 Topics Covered in This Episode: ✔️ Why breakfast is the most stressful meal for so many moms ✔️ Our personal routines, favorite recipes, and real-life struggles ✔️ How to build a breakfast menu your kids will actually eat ✔️ What a “wake-up snack” is—and why it saves mornings ✔️ Tips for transitioning kids away from sugary cereals ✔️ Why savory breakfasts = better focus and blood sugar ✔️ How cultural breakfasts around the world inspire our meals ✔️ Christine’s protein-packed breakfast rotation (with soup!) ✔️ The hormone and blood sugar effects of drinking coffee on an empty stomach ✔️ How to set realistic boundaries around morning snacking   🧠 More About This Series: Back in 2022, we recorded a full “What CAN I Eat For…” series—breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, desserts, and drinks. Those episodes have remained some of our most downloaded ever. So we’re re-recording them with better audio, updated tips, and the wisdom we’ve gathered since then—starting with the meal that sets the tone for the day: breakfast. 📚 Resources & Links Mentioned: 📍 Renee Coley’s breakfast menu printable: (https://www.instagram.com/awfullygoodcooking) 📍 Nourishing Asian Kitchen cookbook by Sophia Ng 📍 Real Food Real Families course: (https://nourishthelittles.com) (Code NTL10 for 10% off) 📍 Corey’s Cookbooks: (https://www.fornutrientssake.com/shop) (Code MAM15 for 15% off)   ✨ Featured Products & Brands: Masienda (https://masienda.com) | Code MAM10 for 10% off | Try their heirloom masa for breakfast tacos Seatopia (https://seatopia.fish) | Code ANCESTRALMAMA for 10% off | Christine loves their Sashimi Date Night box Farrow (https://farrow.shop) | Code ANCESTRALMAMAS for 10% off | We use their FaceFood every morning One Degree Sprouted Oats | Available at most health food stores or online   ✨ Support the Show! 👍 Like & Subscribe if you love practical ancestral living for modern moms ⭐ Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify 💬 Comment below: What’s your biggest breakfast struggle—or go-to real food win?    📲 Stay Connected: @fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/ @nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/ @modernancestralmamas | https://www.instagram.com/modernancestralmamas/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@ModernAncestralMamas