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Welcome to the Hesitant Root Resource Hub!
Looking for practical tools, beginner-friendly guides, and faith-based encouragement to make homeschooling, homesteading, and homemaking feel a little less overwhelming? You’re in the right place. Here, you’ll find step-by-step gardening tips to grow your own food, easy-to-follow homeschooling resources for moms starting their journey, and faith-centered devotionals to help you navigate motherhood with grace and confidence. Each resource is designed to help you simplify your home, nurture your family, and create a life that thrives—one intentional step at a time.

Start your homesteading journey with simple, practical steps that fit your family’s lifestyle. From beginner gardening tips to easy food preservation methods, these resources help you grow more, waste less, and save money—no matter the size of your backyard.

Homesteading Resources on Hesitant Root

Homesteading Resources on Youtube

  • Self Sufficiant Me – Mark Valencia, a former Australian Army serviceman turned homesteader, founded Self Sufficient Me in 2011 to share his journey toward a more sustainable, self-reliant lifestyle. Based on his 3-acre property in subtropical Queensland, Australia, Mark offers practical, down-to-earth advice on growing food, raising animals, and living a slower, more intentional life.
  • Venison for Dinner – hosted by Kate Schat, a homeschooling mother of five living on a 34-acre homestead in northern British Columbia. Her channel offers practical tutorials on sourdough baking, cheesemaking, wild game cooking, and homesteading skills, all rooted in a DIY, unprocessed lifestyle.

Managing a busy household doesn’t have to feel chaotic. Discover time-saving routines, organization tips, and faith-centered strategies to create a home that runs smoothly—leaving you more room for rest, joy, and connection.

Homemaking Resources on Hesitant Root

Homemaking Resources on Youtube

  • Farmhouse on Boone – Farmhouse on Boone is Lisa Bass’s warm and inviting corner of YouTube, where she and her family celebrate the beauty of everyday life through “food from scratch, natural living, and a handmade home.”
  • Do it on a Dime – Meet Kathryn, a former teacher turned “frugalista,” who’s passionate about helping families build beautiful, organized lives on a budget. Her mantra? Thoughtful organization and DIY creativity shouldn’t cost a fortune.
  • Clutterbug – Clutterbug is led by Cass (Cassandra Aarssen), a home organizing expert and self-described “recovering super-slob.” She created the Clutterbug Philosophy—the idea that organization isn’t one-size-fits-all, but rather tailored to your unique style. She breaks it down into four organizing personalities: the Butterfly, Cricket, Ladybug, and Bee
homeschool resource

Whether you’re considering homeschooling for the first time or looking to simplify your routine, these guides will walk you through legal requirements, curriculum choices, and daily rhythms that make learning at home both doable and meaningful.

Homeschooling Resources on Hesitant Root

Homeschooling Resources on Youtube

  • Ashley M. Buffa – Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply seeking a more intentional approach, Ashley’s content provides actionable steps to transform your homeschool into a focused, joyful, and effective learning environment.
  • Bethany Fontaine – Bethany Fontaine is a homeschooling mother who shares her journey of intentional living, embracing slow parenting, and fostering a peaceful home environment. Through her YouTube channel, she offers insights into minimalist routines, seasonal rhythms, and the joys of homeschooling with simplicity.
Hi, I’m Bri — the heart behind Hesitant Root. I wasn’t raised on a farm or homeschooled in the woods. I grew up with a city mindset and a fast-paced lifestyle. But after marrying my very country husband, things slowly began to shift. Over time, I traded drive-thrus for homemade meals and school drop-offs for homeschooling rhythms. Now, years later and with four kids in tow, I’m a newish homesteader, a homeschooling mama, and a firm believer in starting where you are. Here at Hesitant Root, I share our journey of growing food, learning at home, managing a small space, and trying to live simply, self-reliantly, and faithfully—even when it’s messy and loud. If you’re navigating motherhood, home education, or a slow shift toward a simpler life, I hope you’ll feel at home here. This space is for the hesitant, the hopeful, and everyone learning as they grow.