Meet Janessa

Janessa is a devoted wife and mother of seven children and an expert in everything related to motherhood and children. She has reviewed products for babies, children, families and the home for over 12 years.
Janessa homeschools her children and enjoys a full yet simple life in the mountains of West Virginia. She loves to cook wholesome and delicous recipes for her family.
Janessa is passionate about her Christian faith and encouraging other women in their roles as wives and mothers.
In her spare time, she enjoys playing board games with her family, sending funny memes to her husband, and relaxing with a nice cup of tea.

I always knew that pregnancy could feel long, especially toward the end, but nothing quite prepares you for being 41+ weeks pregnant. It’s a strange in-between space: physically uncomfortable, emotionally intense, and mentally exhausting. You feel so ready to meet your baby, yet your body hasn’t quite gotten the memo. At this point I should …

Every year around this time, the same question comes up in Christian circles: Should Christians celebrate Halloween? It’s a question I’ve wrestled with myself over the years. Growing up, I wasn’t allowed to participate in Halloween festivities. My mom believed that as Christians, we shouldn’t celebrate. I know many Christians who still believe that and …

If you’re anything like me, you know that snack time is basically a survival tool, especially as a busy mom with a house full of kids. Between homeschool lessons, activities, and chasing toddlers, I’m always looking for snacks that are quick, nutritious, and actually taste good. So when I got the chance to try ModBalls …

If you’ve ever tried to juggle diaper bags, snacks, water bottles, jackets, and a couple of small kids at the same time, you know that organization and mobility can make or break a family outing. That’s exactly why I was so excited to try the new Graco Ready2Roll Stroller Wagon and after using it with …

If you’ve ever tried to keep a curious toddler away from the big family Christmas tree, you know how real the struggle is. That’s why Step2 created the adorable My First Christmas Tree a few years ago. This toddler-sized tree comes with easy-to-hang ornaments, a star to top the tree, and a little train that …

I’ll be honest, I’ve never really looked forward to fall. For me, it’s always meant saying goodbye to my favorite season, summer, with its sunshine, long days, and carefree moments. But this year feels so different. For the very first time, I couldn’t wait for autumn to arrive, because it means welcoming my double-rainbow baby, …

Finding stylish dresses that actually work for breastfeeding can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. So many options are either impractical, frumpy, or clearly designed by someone who has never tried to discreetly feed a baby in public. The good news? You don’t have to give up cute, flattering outfits just because …

I had 6 amazing, wonderful home births. Truly, I loved my home births so much – they were great experiences for me. When I went into labor with my 7th child there was a concern that I could be experiencing placental abruption. Because of that, I knew the right choice was to head to the …

This post contains affiliate links. Thanks for your support of my site! If you’ve been following me for a while, you already know how much I love Feltman Brothers clothing for my little ones. They recently released some brand new fall items just in time for our new baby’s arrival! One of the things I …

Two years ago we started the tradition of celebrating St. Nicholas Day. Part of the tradition in our family is that my older kids get to be St. Nicholas to their siblings and secretly choose a special Christmas ornament they are gifted in their shoes that morning. My kids have such a fun time every …