Let me start by saying I love being a homemaker. The tradwife movement has been surprising and interesting to watch – especially since I have been writing about homemaking here on A Virtuous Woman since 2001 and I feel like I’m one of the OG’s in the online homemaking space whether people know my name or not. I’ve had millions of readers in the last 23+ years. A little bit about me in case you’re new here: I’ve been a full-time homemaker for over 33 years. When I started writing about homemaking and teaching women how to be homemakers 23 years ago, I was only 25 years old. I believe in tradit ..read more

If the promise of sunnier days has you feeling inspired to start fresh, I’ve got just the thing! Create your own binder full of pretty sermon notes to use during church worship with my brand new free printable Spring Floral Sermon Notes Binder. Perfect for Christian women who want an organized way to remember and reflect on what they hear during the sermon, this pretty printable binder is filled with vibrant floral designs that will spark joy and encourage a deeper relationship with God through personal Bible study. Originally published Febrary 2022. Updated March 2024. If you’re like me, y ..read more

If you’re a Christian homeschooling mom, now is a great time to include some Easter homeschool activities into your day. I’m sharing a fun collection of Easter activities you can do with your kids this spring as part of your homeschool curriculum. These activities not only celebrate the season but also enrich your children’s understanding of the significance of Easter from a Christian perspective. Easter is just a few days away, so it’s a great time for Christian homeschooling families to focus on the season’s meaning. I’m excited to share all these fun and meaningful Easter-themed activitie ..read more

Today I’m sharing some tips and ideas for how to teach the Easter story to children. By incorporating some of these ideas, parents and teachers can help children gain a deeper understanding of the Easter story and its significance. Be sure to download my free printable Easter Story Sequencing Cards at the end of the blog post! Originally published March 2023. Updated March 2024. Easter is a special time of year for Christians as we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. As parents or teachers, it’s important to teach children the Easter story in a way that is age-appropriate and meanin ..read more

Toddlers need structure in order to feel secure. Creating structure for your toddler helps them know what to expect throughout the day. Today I’m sharing 20 printable schedules for your toddler to help you create simple routines that make your day – and your toddler’s day better! Originally published February 2018. Updated February 2024. Routines are important for toddlers and help them feel secure during the day. A gentle rhythm to the day offers moms and toddlers an easier way to transition from one activity to the next. Routines and schedules help toddlers understand time as well help th ..read more

In our roles as homemakers, we undeniably need support tools and resources that stimulate and prop us up as we strive to effectively manage our homes and families. We currently live in an age where family life isn’t just fast-paced, it’s hectic. With so many tasks to juggle and so many things to remember every week, I need as much help as I can get. That’s why I’m thrilled to bring to you the homemaker’s binder for February 2024. I have no doubts you’re going to love it!  >>>>>If you want an undated version of this planner, you can find one in my shop here. Imagine having ..read more

Originally published January 7, 2016. Updated Januaray 2024. The Ministry of Homemaking You can find the rest of the posts in this series here: The Ministry of Homemaking Series. My experience has been that much of the time life is just hard. Today, I felt like crawling back in bed and staying there. I know this post is very late and I apologize. I mentioned yesterday that the last few days had been tough and by the time we got home last night after 10 pm and I got the girls to bed by 11 and crawled in and rested my head on my pillow {which is just so comforting to me} I was wiped out ..read more

Are you a conservative Christian searching for the right education for your child that aligns with your biblical beliefs? If so, homeschooling might be the perfect solution for your family. Christian homeschooling doesn’t just accommodate your child’s individual educational needs, but also embeds spiritual development seamlessly into their curriculum.  Be sure to download my free printable homeschool planner at the bottom of the post! Christian homeschooling is more than just education—it’s a way to raise children who are rooted in faith and virtue. As a Christian parent, you know that ..read more

Today I’m sharing one of my favorite ways to make meal planning easy with one of my favorite resources for busy moms. Eat at Home meal planning service makes dinner time easy with just three simple steps. Orginally published September 2020. Updated January 2024. Ever look at the clock and realize you have exactly 30 minutes to figure out what’s for supper and get it on the table before running out the door to your kids game? Yeah. Forget it. Chick-Fil-A or Taco Bell can seem really tempting and a whole lot easier. With two teens (girls no less) still at home, school time just adds ..read more

As homemakers, having tools and resources that inspire, encourage, and help us manage our homes and families better is important. We’re living during a time when family life is so busy. There’s so much to remember and so much to do in any given week. Today I’m sharing my household notebook for January 2024. I know you’ll love it! Free Printable Homemaker’s Binder | Household Binder When you need to have your life organized and in an orderly fashion, this free homemaker’s binder printables set is for you! You can get a whole pack with 38 pages when you fill out the form below. T ..read more