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Homesteading for Beginners

Homesteading for Beginners

By: Mona Weathers
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This is the Homesteading for Beginners podcast and I’m Mona Weathers, your homesteading mentor and coach. I’m here to encourage you to pursue your homesteading goals with the right mindset in a way that is healthy for you, your family and your community. If you desire to establish a solid foundation for your homesteading journey then you are in the right place. Join me as I share stories from the past 20 years of my own journey as well as practical and actionable steps you can take to START and MAINTAIN a healthy homestead. I'm passionate about teaching beginner homesteaders how to start a homestead that aligns with their goals for self-sufficiency in a way that is sustainable and profitable. If you are ready to get started today, download the free Homesteading for Beginners checklist. https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/2024
Episodes
  • 118. "I ate a bug" & Other Weird Things Homesteaders Say & Do | Plus Q & A
    Jun 9 2025

    This episode is from a livestream I recorded yesterday. I'll be sharing some funny things I realized I say and do on my homestead. I think you will find it entertaining. Please share your own stories in the comments on YouTube. I'd love to hear them.

    Also, I'll be answering some questions from the members of my Homestead Income Plan Facebook group at the end.

    Here's the link if you'd like to watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/BzxAu7eFC34?feature=share

    Links mentioned in this episode:

    🛒 Homestead & Farm Pest Control Amazon list: https://amzn.to/3SDrUmo

    ✅ Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/

    🐮 Vintage Farm Homestead Planner: https://amzn.to/4mUb0Oi

    ➡️ Homestead Income Plan Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan

    Connect with Me: Contact Page: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/contact/

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    32 mins
  • 117. Intro to Building a Natural Medicine Cabinet with Dr. Aber Belt
    May 9 2025

    In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Amber Belt to discuss the importance of creating a natural medicine cabinet for your home or homestead. We explore the reasons why organization by category is useful, especially for families and caregivers, and delve into essential equipment and remedies to have on hand. Dr. Belt shares her expertise on building a self-sufficient health plan, why early treatment is crucial, and practical tips for setting up an accessible and effective medicine cabinet. Enjoy insights on both natural and conventional remedies, and learn about Dr. Belt's course, Medicine Cabinet Mastery, for more in-depth guidance.

    This is episode 117 of the Homesteading for Beginners podcast.

    Watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eVyD94v7PFQ?si=ByRv3_Aw1spV2PbF

    Previous Interview with Dr. Belt:
    https://youtu.be/6cDgjaYbO90?si=huiIiceabhzXTraL
    Other episodes mentioned:
    Herbalism 101: https://youtu.be/swemWvPEf94?si=cUQJJ146vbvAhGNr

    Dr. Amber Belt's Info:
    Website - https://www.dramberbelt.com/
    Website - https://sagesirona.com/
    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dramberbelt

    Mona's info:

    Get the Homesteading for Beginners checklist here: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/

    101 Homestead Income Ideas List:
    https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome

    Subscribe to Homestead Income with Mona Weathers YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@HomesteadIncome

    Shop Homesteading Books and Supplies: https://www.amazon.com/shop/farmer_mona

    Mona's Instagram:

    https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/

    Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

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    26 mins
  • 116. Food Security- Reasons Why You Need a Plan & How to Get Started
    Apr 11 2025

    In this episode, we explore the critical issue of food security and how to prepare for potential shortages by becoming more self-sufficient. Learn practical tips on how to start a garden, raise livestock, and cook from scratch no matter the size of your living space. Emphasizing the importance of community and passing on these essential skills to the next generation, this guide aims to equip you with the knowledge needed to reduce reliance on grocery stores and enjoy the benefits of homegrown food.

    Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-LNaQ6W6TNw

    Interviews mentioned:

    9 Food Preservation Methods with Melissa K. Norris (YouTube) - https://youtu.be/LyIvnjRNTC4

    Backyard Chicken Keeping 101 with Dalia Monterroso (YouTube) - https://youtu.be/aSXNPSwv1rU

    Mona’s Links: **AZURE STANDARD** (Sign up with my affiliate link here): https://www.azurestandard.com/?a_aid=EZO0slBbMt

    Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/

    Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook

    Shop Homesteading Supplies on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/farmer_mona

    101 Homestead Income Ideas List: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome

    Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK): https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan

    Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

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    19 mins
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