This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission, at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase using this link. Please see my disclosure for more details. Can You Get Your Employer to Pay for Emergency Preps? Short answer…kind of, yes! Are you looking to build your emergency preparedness supplies without breaking the bank? You’re not alone! Many beginner preppers are on a tight budget but still want to be ready for any situation. One smart strategy is leveraging your employer’s contributions to Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs ..read more

This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission, at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase using this link. Please see my disclosure for more details. Creator: Michael Conroy Credit: AP When it comes to winter driving, we face some unique challenges, from maneuvering through snow and ice to dealing with limited visibility and the possibility of road closures. But fret not! I’ll show you how to craft the ultimate winter car emergency kit to tackle these obstacles and keep you safe in harsh weather conditions. You know, growing up in central Alaska, winter driv ..read more

Organizing Your Prepper Pantry This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission, at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase using this link. Please see my disclosure for more details. Are you a budget-conscious, self-reliant mom looking to conquer the chaos when it comes to organizing your prepper pantry? If you’ve ever felt the overwhelm of where to start or how to make your pantry work for you, this post is your lifeline for organizing your prepper pantry with ease. Join us on a journey to transform your prepper pantry into a stress-free, organized haven. We ..read more

You know that feeling when you dive into something new, and suddenly, it’s like staring at a giant puzzle missing a few pieces? Yup, that’s how starting a budget prepper pantry feels—like figuring out the secret recipe to grandma’s cookies without the instructions. But hey, take a breather because we’re diving into the world of prepper pantries, and I’ve got your back. I’m going to help you avoid the most common 6 mistakes when starting a budget prepper pantry that can make anyone want to throw in the towel before they’ve even begun. Stick around, because by the time we’re through, you’ll be ..read more

Inflation and Your Pantry Times sure have been challenging lately, haven’t they? Inflation seems to be skyrocketing, and those grocery bills can feel like they’re competing in a high-jump contest. But fear not, my friends, because today, we’re diving deep into the topic of inflation and your pantry. Let me take you on a journey, one that my husband and I embarked on during the 2008 recession, where we discovered the art of slow pantry stock-ups and the magic of frugal living. Together, we’ll tackle inflation head-on, just like we did back then. Inflation: The Budget Buster Before we dive into ..read more

Overwhelmed By All the Shiny Things This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission, at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase using this link. Please see my disclosure for more details. Are you a budget-conscious prepper seeking practical ways to prepare for emergencies without spending a fortune? You’ve come to the right place! In this article, we’ll explore innovative and budget-friendly prepping ideas that I have learned over the years while living on an extremely tight budget. I get it, the struggle of balancing financial limitations with the need for p ..read more

Understanding Their Concerns: Unveiling Your Spouse’s Resistance to Emergency Preparedness Today, we’re diving into a topic that hits close to home for many of us: how to go about overcoming your spouse’s resistance to emergency preparedness. I had my own experience with this when Aaron & I first started prepping. When it came to our family getting started with food storage and emergency preparedness, he was rather resistant. We were living paycheck to paycheck, and he was genuinely concerned about the potential expenses involved. Thoughts of stockpiling supplies and investing in emergenc ..read more

Faith-Based Emergency Preparedness & God’s Sovereignty This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission, at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase using this link. Please see my disclosure for more details. The responsibility of feeling the need to keep your family safe through any emergency can be overwhelming at times. And as a Christian, you can sometimes feel conflicted about being self-reliant and placing your trust in God’s providence simultaneously. I remember feeling exactly the same way—caught between wanting to stay faithful to my beliefs and ha ..read more

How to Teach Your Kids About Emergency Preparedness This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission, at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase using this link. Please see my disclosure for more details. As a smart and proactive mom, you want to ensure the safety and well-being of your children in any situation. We understand that teaching them about emergency preparedness can be daunting. But fear not! Today we are going to explore practical strategies and engaging activities that will help you effectively teach emergency preparedness to your kids. By using ..read more

Why You Should Consider Preserving Food Even on a Budget This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission, at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase using this link. Please see my disclosure for more details. Picture this: you’ve just come back from the grocery store, excited to cook up a storm with all the fresh produce you’ve bought. But as the week goes by, you find yourself tossing wilted vegetables and moldy fruit into the trash. Sound familiar? I used to be in the same boat, constantly wasting money and food until I discovered the world of food preserva ..read more