By Jennifer Mary
Let’s be real: when you’re a working mom, “free time” feels like a fairy tale. Between meals, homework, work, and the emotional load of motherhood, the idea of homesteading might sound like adding a goat to your already-packed to-do list.
But here’s the truth: I’m not here to add more to your plate. I’m here to help you reclaim it.
When I wrote The Busy Mom’s Guide to Homesteading, I had one goal: to give women like us a way to create more control, more calm, and more connection in our homes—without quitting our jobs or moving to the woods.
Section 1: Mindset Shift
It starts with one small decision.
Homesteading isn’t about a giant leap. It’s about one herb pot on your windowsill, one meal made from scratch, one tiny win that builds confidence. Whether you’re in an apartment or on a few acres, this book helps you pick the right starting point—and drop the guilt.
This isn’t about becoming perfect. It’s about becoming prepared.
Section 2: Getting Started
We talk about time, budget, space—because I know you don’t have extra of any of those. You’ll get real tips on defining your goals and setting up your homestead for success, even if all you’ve got is a patio and a prayer.
Section 3: Food Production
You’ll learn how to grow food on your schedule (yes, really), raise low-maintenance animals, and choose crops that basically grow themselves. I’ll even show you how it is possible to meet half of your family’s protein needs in under 30 minutes a day of care.
Section 4: Food Preservation
Not ready for canning marathons? No problem. I teach you the easiest ways to preserve food—even if you’ve never canned a thing in your life. Freezing, dehydrating, batch cooking—it’s all there, step-by-step.
Section 5: Mental Health & Well-Being
I saved this for last because it matters most. Homesteading shouldn’t burn you out—it should fill you back up. This chapter is about restoring your peace, ditching perfectionism, and making this a joy, not a job. You’ll find science-backed reasons why dirt boosts your mood, why kneading dough feels so grounding, and how growing food can actually lower anxiety for your whole family.
Homesteading changed my life—and no, I didn’t have time for it either when I started. But I found a rhythm, and you can too. If you’re craving more control over your time, your money, and your family’s well-being… this guide was written for you.
Ready to make your first small step? Grab your FREE copy of The Busy Mom’s Guide to Homesteading here.
And if you’re still thinking, “Can I really do this?”—you already are. You’re here, you’re reading, and that’s where the journey begins.
Let’s build something beautiful,
Jennifer 💛
P.S. This isn’t just a guide. It’s a system for less stress, smarter food habits, and a more sustainable home—all designed by someone who’s walked in your shoes.