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Called to Love: An Adoption Podcast for Christian Parents - Christian Adoption, Trauma and Healing, Foster Care, Parenting Adopted ChildrenA Conversation About Transracial Adoption with Rachel Van KluyveWelcome to the Called to Love Podcast! In this episode, I am joined by Rachel Van Kluyve, who is a homeschooling, book-writing, bio and adoptive mama to four kiddos! Rachel’s two adoptive daughters are both Black American which has given Rachel some interesting challenges to navigate. She realized they do not have a lot of representation, from baby dolls to storybooks, which inspired her to create her own children’s book series about two black girls. In our conversation, we unpack the unique challenges of a transracial adoption: the unsolicited questions and comments from friend...2025-07-0829 min

All In with AllieALL the Homeschool Deets with Rachel Van Kluyve. SO MANY OPTIONS.Follow Rachel at @crateandcottage on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crateandcottage/Resources mentioned in episode:> Find requirements for your state here:Hslda.org> Curriculum: https://www.ixl.com/?partner=google&campaign=71585968&adGroup=127340411978&gclid=Cj0KCQjwiZqhBhCJARIsACHHEH_MVVgXXjZISFOq-W1BiQxe8OttGmqURQzS2_jJjFpA9Q7NHorX1hEaAlzlEALw_wcBChristian based curriculum:https://www.abeka.com  > All things homeschool resource + how to find community groups, sports, co-ops, etc. near you: https://www.thehomeschoolmom.com/local-support/ > Homeschool spots for Tennesseans: https://tnheatsports.com> Acton Academy (the modern school I mentioned in e...2023-04-061h 06

She Made Herself a HomeEp 70. FarewellIt’s the final episode of the season and I want to take the time to say farewell and thank you for taking the time out of your day to listen to She Made Herself A home as I complete this series with 70 episodes. I am so thankful for the platform that the Lord has given me to share more of who I was, to share my passions more deeply, and to be more vulnerable. This podcast has really helped me counsel myself, and I am so happy and thankful that some of you have benefited from it. I am heade...2021-12-3005 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 69. What to Invest InWhile the term investment might make you think of monetary and proprietary gains, if you look deeper, investment actually covers a lot more ground than you think. When you take the time to truly think about what you want to invest in, you uncover ways you can increase the joy, prosperity and purpose in your life. As I close out this season, I've been thinking about the last few things I've wanted to leave with you guys in these next few episodes. In today’s episode, I want to talk about three things to invest in today that will greatly enha...2021-12-2312 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 68. Stop DoubtingThe meaning of self-doubt is a lack of faith in oneself, it means that you don’t feel certain about your own abilities or actions. It’s a big problem, and everyone feels the same way, yet sometimes it just creeps in and before you know it you begin to question yourself. As I close out this season, I've been thinking about the last few things I've wanted to leave with you guys in these next few episodes. In today’s episode, I want to share with you what I have learned about self doubt and how you can handle it. In...2021-12-1613 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 67. You Matter The goal of my podcast is to share words of wisdom and inspiration to help you carry on throughout the days. I know that life can get hard, and there are challenges we face that can really bring us down, but when you dive deep down into all the things that make you who you are, you come to realize just how worthy you are. I've been thinking about the last few things I've wanted to leave with you guys in these next few episodes, and I simply just want to build you guys up and let you know that you'r...2021-12-0914 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 66: Heavenly RealmAs we get into the holiday season, we might find this one of the best times of the year or one of the most stressful times. The holiday season can be heard for many of us, especially when we think about the people we have or the people we love who cannot join us in person. In today’s episode, I share some lessons I have learned from a book called Imagine Heaven by John Burke. This book speaks on ways you can understand the afterlife and near-death experiences. I read a specific chapter and talk about shame-based identity, how we ar...2021-12-0215 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 65: Self EsteemIt might seem like an issue in your teens, but struggling with self esteem is something that many adults struggle with. I’ve seen my friends and family struggle with self esteem, and as mothers, we often feel a little lost and this in turn impacts our self esteem. In today’s episode, I share ways to increase your self esteem based on an article by Psychology Today. These easy steps include having a positive attitude which in turn increases your trust and belief in yourself, breaking the stigma by talking to your friends and most importantly making time for fun (so...2021-11-1813 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 64: 6 Lies We Tell OurselvesIf I ignore the problem it’ll go away! I am too old to start a new career! I don’t have a choice! Have you found yourself thinking of any of these? When you decide to believe these lies, what does it actually tell you about yourself and where is it coming from? It’s easy to believe these lies but in the long run, it doesn’t serve you at all, no matter how hard you try to convince yourself otherwise In today’s episode, I share the six lies we tell ourselves and how to get over them. Whether...2021-11-1125 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 63: Stress to SuccessBig projects, last-minute deadlines, afterschool activities, even laundry - all of these things are part of your to-do list. At times it can seem overwhelming, especially when you forget to do something, it feels like all your responsibilities pile up and your brain is going to explode. Wouldn’t it be nice to just press the pause button for a moment and give yourself a chance to slow down and catch up? In today’s episode, I discuss how you can find ways to balance your time and not feel burdened by the tug of life. Productivity is important, and often...2021-11-0422 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 62: Legacy of HomeIn today’s episode, I discuss the idea of the legacy of creating a home. This topic is inspired by an article I wrote for a magazine (Eden & Vine). The idea of creating the legacy of a home goes beyond what you’re doing on a day-to-day basis. It is about consistency and the memories that will remain with your kids as they grow older. I share tips for creating a legacy of a home and how you can cultivate that same spirit in your own homes. Cultivating your own house creates a solid foundation based on the things you’...2021-10-2816 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 61: Let's Talk AnxietyIn today’s episode, I discuss tips to deal with crippling anxiety and how to approach it, especially when the people you love and support do not understand what you’re going through. Speaking from experience, I share what it was like to have a husband who did not comprehend the severity of my anxiety until he had to deal with it himself. After posting a quote in honor of Mental Health Awareness Day, I received an influx of DMs from followers and listeners sharing their experience with anxiety and mental health. I am here to say I hear you...2021-10-1429 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 60: Dream BIGIn today’s episode, I talk about an incredible book about achieving your goals. This week, I share excerpts from Mark Patterson’s book “Circle Maker” - A Christian perspective book about how to achieve your goals. Goals are important for us as humans, and I share 10 steps you can take to make your dreams and goals come true. Be specific, include others, and remember to celebrate along the way. This episode is sponsored by She Made Herself a Home, my book that will help you discover how to create a home that is inviting, beautiful, functional and unique...2021-10-0726 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 59: Have FunIn this episode, I talk about how most of us do not know what fun is. While some of us still live with that same childlike playfulness, a lot of us- especially women- suffer from a crowded plate and too much guilt to even think of fun. This week, I share why as adults we need to have fun. You don’t need to schedule a playdate, but you should have time for fun! Having fun increases our cognitive capacity, enhances our creativity and improves our overall wellbeing. Playtime shouldn’t end once the real adulting kicks in. Though it m...2021-09-3017 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 58: Do it For the KidsIn today’s episode, I talk about how there is a common rhetoric amongst parents that we are raising children in such frightening times. While some of this might be true, I believe for the most part we are quite lucky to live in the USA and raise our children here. This week, I share why we should focus on uplifting our children, setting aside negative thoughts, and shifting our attention to building our children’s spirits through positive parenting. This episode is sponsored by She Made Herself a Home, my book that will help you discover how t...2021-09-2322 min

The 5 to 8 Shift with Susannah McMonagle, a podcast for parents33. Nixing Toxic Thoughts and Cultivating a Home You Love, Rachel Van Kluyve, Crate & CottageRachel Van Kluyve, our guest on ep. 33, wears a lot of hats. She is mostly known for her great DIY tips on a budget, but she is also a podcaster, an author, a homeschool teacher - and a mother of three. She has carved out this beautiful little space on the internet, Crate & Cottage, that has attracted thousands of loyal fans and offers her community ways to be more intentional about creating a home they love. Rachel brings a good dose of encouragement to open up Season 2. (Who doesn't need a little encouragement?!) We discuss everything from...2021-09-1731 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 57: Responsibilities (Part II)In today’s episode, I talk about how the perfect marriage and effortless marriage is a fairy tale and not reality. The “Perfect Relationship” is for the most part, not real but there is an alternative. This week, I share ways to strengthen and grow your relationship when it comes to dealing with household chores. Open communication, fair expectations and equal division of labour prevents stress, allows couples to feel satisfied, and addresses the issue rather than place blame on each other Rachel recaps last week’s episode on marriage and the responsibility and division of duties within the household, and how i...2021-09-1618 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 56: ResponsibilitiesIn today’s episode, I talk about communication and marriage. Over the long weekend, I had a chance to connect with my husband and we talked about what I could talk about on the podcast. Richard and I don’t necessarily fight but we do bicker with each other like old people, only because of how long we’ve known each other. This week, I share ways that you can communicate with your partner and what communication looks like in a marriage. Rachel shares how she and her husband got into an argument over the weekend and what transpired afterward (1:48) How to a...2021-09-0917 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 55: HopefulIn today’s episode, I talk about feeling mentally exhausted. With everything that is going on in the world, and within my own household, everything seems out of control. As a mom, I want to be more mindful of what I say and feel so that my children know that not everything I feel is doom and gloom, and I know many parents out there feel the same. This week I want to share with you something that has touched my heart and changed my perspective, and how we can see the silver lining on even the darkest of days. Rac...2021-09-0215 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 54: Compassion FatigueIn today’s episode, I talk about compassion fatigue. With everything that is going on in the world, everything seems overwhelming and out of control. There is a lot of suffering and I feel like I am not doing enough. This week my anxiety is out of control but I want to share with you how I refocus, recenter and tackle compassion fatigue through the work of Jennie Allen. Rachel explains how events this have increased her anxiety and what she does to calm herself down, quiet her mind and refocus (2:08) How detoxing from social media and being constantly connected to...2021-08-1919 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 53: Eliminate Toxic Thoughts Part 2In today’s episode, I continue on from Episode 52 last week, to talk about a few ways you can eliminate toxic thoughts. I summarize key points I’ve read from Jenny Allen’s best-selling book that talks about how our thoughts shape our lives. It can be easy to feel overwhelmed by challenges in life and oftentimes thoughts control and affect our behavior. I want to remind you that letting our thoughts spiral out of control won’t help us, and instead, we should try to eliminate our toxic thoughts. Change your thoughts, change your habits, change your outcome. Why are we hav...2021-08-1220 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 52: Eliminate Toxic ThoughtsIn today’s episode, I talk about eliminating toxic thoughts. With this being the last week before school starts, I've been busy preparing for the end of summer and the beginning of the school year, but I’ve had a lot of time to reflect on my own thoughts. Recently, I finished reading a book by Jennie Allen that talks about how our thoughts shape the lives we live. It can be easy to feel overwhelmed by our day-to-day life and oftentimes thoughts can be consuming to the point of controlling. However, I am here to remind you that letting our...2021-08-0526 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 51: Be LessIn today’s episode, I talk about a profound revelation that came to me earlier in the day. I have a lot of stuff, and it made me feel overwhelmed with just how much I consume. It’s easy to get overwhelmed, but it’s also important to take a moment and center yourself. We can opt to worry about the small things or take some comfort knowing most things almost always get sorted in the end. I encourage you to focus on the less and be mindful of what you allow to enter into your home. Feeling consumed with consum...2021-07-2925 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 50: Use Your Time WiselyIn today’s episode, I talk about how to use your time wisely. This topic is inspired by a very busy week I’ve had, taking care of sick baby, trying to sort out podcast scheduling and thinking about the upcoming school year. We have a lot of things to do, but it’s important to center ourselves, allow for proper rest and really think about how we use our time. The importance of taking a day off (1:57) Taking the time to schedule your life makes it a whole lot easier (3:21) What taking better care of my family looks like (4:15) How to p...2021-07-2215 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 49: Be ContentIn today’s episode, I talk about the home, what it actually means, and how it’s not always the picture-perfect fairytale you see on Instagram. Instead, I want to share with you the idea of creating an intentional home, a home that is centered inside your mind and heart. Why you should focus on creating a "home" that comes from your heart and not something you see on or is influenced by interactions on social media. Simple encouragement from the bible and a few other realizations this week (2:10) A message from Matthew 5 on mindfulness, being blessed, and being connected to G...2021-07-1517 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 48: I Need To's: Maintenance, Kids, & HomeIn today’s episode, I talk about the “I need to” statement, something that I always find myself saying over and over again. Today I share with you some of the “I need to’s” I’ve been dealing with and I am sure you guys at home may be going through the same. As a mother with three homeschooled children, and a business I am dealing with a lot. I hope that by speaking about my personal experiences with you, it brings you the same clarity it provides for me. As a mother and business owner, it seems there is a lot of “I...2021-07-0820 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 47: Do Something That Scares YouIn today’s episode Rachel asks the question, what is something that you want to embrace but you’re a little bit scared? Rachel shares questions to ask yourself to help work through the fear and do the hardest part, start. There are all kinds of things you can physically do to put one foot in front of the other to achieve the goal, so today Rachel encourages you to begin. If we don’t take the leap, we'll regret it and if we fail, we can still be proud of ourselves for trying. Rachel shares from a vulnera...2021-07-0119 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 46: Fruits of the SpiritIn today’s episode Rachel shares scripture near and dear to her heart, the fruits of the spirit in Galatians 5. She has spent a lot of her life learning what it means to be a Christian and have the fruits of the spirit be the characteristics of a life that is submitted to God. Rachel encourages you to spend time this week digging deeper into these spirits and pray to be shown where they can be reflected more. Pray to be shown, examples are guaranteed to come to mind. Let us be better humans with these nine gifts. The...2021-06-2423 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 45: Boxes of The HeartIn today’s episode Rachel continues the conversations about women’s boxes and how women and men are different. It can be difficult to work with differences but if your loved one has a specific love language or simply if they're introverted or extroverted, feed into that. In the end, while men may have many less boxes, that doesn't make them any less capable of understanding our own and us understanding their boxes. An ongoing conversation about women’s boxes and a discovery that men have a box they can go into and close everything off around them and thi...2021-06-1719 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 44: Inside a Man's HeartIn today’s episode Richard takes over the podcast and shares his struggles as a man. His main priority is to be a godly husband and father to Rachel and the kids. Unfortunately there are things that pull at his attention but it’s not possible to be perfect. So instead of trying to be, he surrenders them to God to help keep his eyes on Him. One of the biggest things for me that has always been there is rooted in faith, being a godly father and husband. (2:50) Being a godly father is a matter of getting your...2021-06-1022 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 43: Inside a Woman's HeartIn this episode, we’ll dive into how women feel. I think a lot of us can relate on how our lives affect us or emotionally what we're dealing with inside that we don't often project on the outside or that comes out as anger or irritation when we're really dealing with heart stuff. We'll cover a few of the aspects like mom guilt, pressure to look a certain way, balancing all of our roles in the household, and relationships. My personal list of all the things I deal with, all of the roles we take on, and th...2021-06-0317 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 42: How to - Navigate NegativityIn today’s episode we wrap up the “how to” series with how to navigate negativity. As someone who tends to live in a negative headspace, I know it expands and can become bigger so that we fall into the anxiety category. A lot of us are dealing with negativity in the social media space and trying to navigate those difficult situations. Today I share some ways I am countering the negativity from strangers in my life and I hope it encourages you with a few tips. I let you in on a secret; I tend to be a const...2021-05-2727 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 41: How to - Balance It AllIn today’s episode I have another requested “how to” topic, how I balanced my work life and home life and all the things. Simply, I don’t. Listen in as I share what balance means to me in this season and how it changes depending on what’s going on in our lives. And remember, if you only get one thing accomplished today, celebrate it, and focus on what you can do better tomorrow. I think a lot of people assume you live your life a certain way based on the few minutes of a day they see on soc...2021-05-2021 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 40: How to - Find Your PassionIn today’s episode we explore the “how to” topic of finding your passion. As adults we can go back in time and try to remember what sparked our passion and what drove us differently than other things. It may require time to get to know yourself again and reconnect with what brings you joy, there are some questions provided to help with that process. When you try something you may find it’s actually not fun, the beauty of discovering your passion is narrowing down something to the core. God created us with these passions, enjoy yours and see wher...2021-05-1322 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 39: How to - Hear God's VoiceIn today’s episode we dive into another topic in the “how to” series, this one is about how to discern hearing God's voice or hearing God or knowing what God wants you to do. A lot of the talking points for today’s episode come from Priscilla Shirer, an American author, motivational speaker, actress, Christian evangelist. In today’s episode I share how my journey began with writing letters in journals to God from a very young age and has evolved over time. As Priscilla says, the more you know him, the more you hear him. One question li...2021-05-0629 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 38: How To - HomeschoolIn today’s episode I’m starting a new series on the topic of “how to” because of your responses. So many women sent in questions about how to meal plan, homeschool, organize, figure out a side hustle and more. Today’s episode is about how to homeschool and the process of making that decision along with many others. In the end, stick to the core things and enjoy the process instead of going in with high expectations like I did. The combination of the many how tos in life are basically us finding confidence, balance and discernment from the Lo...2021-04-2926 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 37: Family UpdateIn today’s episode I celebrate the listeners who continue to show up and listen to the show, thank you. As well as share a family update as we wrap up our school year and transition into summer. There are also a few fun business opportunities that I share. Thanks for listening to the update as I'm navigating where I want to go and what I want to do. A brief history on how the social media content creator journey began with an Instagram account created in secret. (3:46) We were recently published in Better Homes and Gardens, cottage st...2021-04-2221 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 36: Cultivating TogethernessIn today’s episode I wrap up the five part series on marriage. Today I focus on our current season, cultivating togetherness, and we are teammates, partners and friends. I share how our friendship is foundational to our marriage in this season of working through day to day life together; as parents, business owners, and a couple. As we end this series I think it's simply important to remember that we will ebb and flow in and out of different seasons in our lives. And by listening to my vulnerability and Richard’s vulnerability in our marriage we can insp...2021-04-1518 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 35: Seasons of Marriage- Survive This?In today’s episode, I open up about a time in my marriage when I questioned if we were going to make it. Today I share the different reasons I ended up in this space and how I worked through it. The reason for my vulnerability is to encourage you to keep going and find ways to get through it. Also, give yourself peace, patience and forgiveness as you seek help and heal through this season of marriage. If you’re struggling in your marriage it’s great to rehash where you were and are, then how you got out...2021-04-0824 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 34: Seasons of Marriage- Here We AreIn today’s episode, I dive into the time of marriage where you look at one another and realize you don’t really recognize the other person, some call it the Seven Year Itch. Today I share my own discovery of not relying on my husband to solve everything, and there are great resources to help me heal, grow, and learn in life. I encourage you to focus on where you are now, identify how you can grow, set those goals and plans for one another. What it feels like to get to a place in marriage when you r...2021-04-0114 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 33: Seasons of Marriage- Growth & DiscoveryIn today’s episode Mr. Crate and Cottage, Rachel’s husband Richard, takes over hosting and shares part two of the current season on marriage. Today he opens up about how carefree their life was for years after being married and big transitions took place in his late twenties, early thirties. His advice is to make the best of life when it does change and there’s no need to freak out. Embrace it. Richard takes over hosting the podcast to share about the second part in the Marriage Series, all about growth and discovery as a person and a c...2021-03-2513 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 32: Seasons of Marriage- Over the MoonIn today’s episode I introduce a new series, Seasons of Marriage. I’m going to talk with my mom and she’s going to share some advice, I may even bring Richard on so we can share what we’ve been through. Today I’m going to introduce this series and begin with the “over the moon” season, where the feelings first start. I hope this series will be an encouragement from a real vulnerable marriage. Even if our marriage journeys are different, we can all relate to the over the moon, falling in love phase where we remember wh...2021-03-1813 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 31: Thankless MotherhoodIn today’s episode, I talk about the thankless job of motherhood. I’m sharing a few articles and verses that have encouraged me in this newborn season. While parenting is a job where the work goes unnoticed, we can take moments to encourage one another. Remember, you're working for the Lord rather than for people, the Lord will reward us, and we're accomplishing what he wants for the kingdom as these children's mothers. Today I want to encourage you with a few articles I've read and some verses that stick out to me for these thankless seasons. (1:54) A sc...2021-03-1112 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 30: Overcoming BurnoutIn today’s episode, I talk about how to overcome burnout. We are in the newborn phase again, after several years out of it, and life works differently. I’m sharing 8 different tips to help limit burnout and allow yourself to reconnect with the life you are living today. There is always a solution to any problem and today I share my insecurities and burnout to encourage you to make positive changes in your home. If I can accomplish something I feel good about myself but with a newborn life moves slower and lack of sleep impacts every...2021-03-0420 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 29: 5 Ways to Love YourselfIn this episode, I share five different ways to love yourself and teach your body and brain to care for yourself. If we begin to treat ourselves better then maybe we can be kinder to others, and that would be a great goal for 2021. The first way to love yourself is to stop saying negative things inside your mind and begin retraining the brain how to think positively toward ourselves. (3:09) Pause and look in the mirror, straight into your eyes, and focus on past achievements and celebrate what you have today. (4:30) Take time to write down all your a...2021-02-1811 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 28: Forgive YourselfIn today’s episode, I explore the importance of self forgiveness and the gift we give ourselves when we accept and give forgiveness. I’m sharing an Oprah Magazine article that resonated with me and I take some time to walk you through the different steps of forgiveness, because I want you to break free from the shame and guilt keeping you stuck in the past. Many of us struggle to forgive ourselves from past mistakes, decisions, and situations which prevents us from moving forward with our lives. (1:20) An article on how to forgive ourselves really resonated with me and...2021-02-1117 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 27: Hope in the New YearIn today’s episode, I am sharing a little bit about what our family has been up to in January and my goals for 2021. I encourage you to take time to create your intentions for the year and allow yourself the opportunity to let the creative juices flow and discover your next adventure. In January we welcomed our new baby girl into the family and are enjoying the presence of this new life in our house. (1:19) Setting intentions for the new year is part of who I am and this year is no different, but I will be car...2021-02-0414 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 26: 6 Lessons of 2020In this episode, I am giving a recap of the year and with a send off of love. I’m taking the month of December off for good reason to rest rejuvenate and to prepare for a big event in our life coming soon. I know 2020 has taught you something too. Ask yourself what that is. We all have to collectively find the good in this year. There are always positive outcomes even in negativity and I believe we have to focus on that. I’m praying you can take some time to reflect truly on what y...2020-12-0319 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 25: 8 Thing People Desire MostIn today’s episode, I share a Forbes article by Kathy Caprino I read several years ago that continues to be relevant even today. In response to the eight most desired things, I share how I navigate those wants in my daily life. Today I want you to know that it is possible to rise up and change an area that rings true for you today. Happiness was the number one thing people desired most and unfortunately people don't know themselves well enough to identify what makes them happy. (4:17) Take time to understand your money story and the habi...2020-11-1930 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 24: 5 Ways to Cope With FearIn today’s episode, I continue to open up about my journey with fear and anxiety by sharing 5 ways I’m coping that may help you where you are today. At the end I share a resource I have found helpful. Listen in and be encouraged to find ways to cope with your anxiety and fears. In response to people reaching out about coping with anxiety, these are 5 different coping methods used to manage fear. (2:19) First thing to do is intentionally turn off the noise, like IG, FB, all news channels, so that you can be present with thos...2020-11-1224 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 23: Creating a Legacy at HomeIn today’s episode, I am sharing five ways to cultivate a legacy in your home. No matter what life stage you are in it is possible to create a space of comfort and safety. Listen in and be encouraged to find ways to nurture the legacy within your four walls. Your legacy of home is up to you to create; you have the ability and the responsibility to pass on a wonderful legacy to those you love. (1:57) The home is a sacred space where memories are created, personalities are cultivated, privileges are earned and lessons are learned. (3:03) No...2020-11-0521 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 22: Elephants and FriendshipsIn today’s episode, I am sharing a topic that has been on my heart and importance of female friendships in our lives. As we get older, it can be harder to have those close friendships and be there for them when they need us in the midst of our busy lives. I hope this episode encourages you to reach out, encourage your friends and check on those who may be hurting. Listening to Jen Hatmaker share a story of elephants inspired today’s conversation about the vision of female friendship. (1:05) Female elephants close ranks when a mama eleph...2020-10-2913 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 21: Motherhood BattleIn today’s episode, I am encouraging fellow mamas in the daily battle we face today as we juggle all the things. I share with you one of my mentors that guides me in my journey and brings me hope and perspective. Today I want you to know that your sacrifice is seen and known and making a difference. Encouragement especially for the mamas out there during this season from a favorite author, Sally Clarkson. (1:27) The devotion centered around mamas as the wonderful heroes because they take on this enormous task of subduing and civilizing your home. (2:08) An op...2020-10-2214 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 20: Medication for Mental HealthIn today’s episode, I am sharing my experience with anxiety throughout my life and opening up the discussion on mental health. I am talking about why I believe there should not be any shame around taking medication for anxiety and depression, and my journey to try more natural and holistic remedies. Richard and I both deal with anxiety, you can hear each of our stories in Episode 10 and 11 where we share each of our unique journeys. Genetics and environment factor into mental health, as well as life events. It’s important to take note of those things in or...2020-10-1540 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 19: AdoptionIn today’s episode, I want to share a little bit about our adoption journey in hopes you will feel encouraged. I break down some of the logistics and explain where we started and where we are today. My desire to adopt from a young age, the different ways to adopt and our initial choice to adopt internationally (1:48) The logistics of international adoption and how they differ depending on the country. (4:38) The process leading up to the home study and what to expect when you have one done (7:26) Making the decision to adopt domestically instead of internationally and the...2020-10-0129 min

The Homeschool CEOIntention and Purpose: Keys to Creating Your BEST Life with Rachel Van KluyveAre you living life on purpose or just going through the motions? As Homeschool CEOs, we juggle many roles from boss to homeschool mom to wife, daughter, sister, and friend. How can we be intentional about being in the present moment when we have so much going on in our lives? In today's episode, I talk to Rachel Van Kluyve, homeschooling mama to 2 little ones, wife to her teenage heartthrob, and a creative pursuing her purpose, one dream at a time.We chat about how Rachel manages homeschooling and running multiple business pursuits and how sh...2020-09-2900 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 18. How to Make Money on Social Media In today’s episode, I am pulling back the curtain and answering one of the most frequently asked questions I get...how I make money on Instagram. I am sharing all the details, including how I got started, how to find brands and campaigns to partner with, and what it truly takes to make an income through social media as an influencer. When to start thinking about partnering with companies as your following grows and how sharing free products can help you build your portfolio for larger opportunities [2:23] What companies look at more so than followers and why yo...2020-09-2434 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 17: How to Grow on Social MediaToday is the first part in a two part series on how to grow on social media. In this episode, I am sharing how I got started on Instagram, and what I think are some of the most important components to know when starting and growing a social media account. Why I started Crate and Cottage and the importance of finding the “why” behind your desire to start sharing on social media [3:09] Knowing what your niche is and finding the right balance of what you share on your account [5:05] Moving past the fear and creating your page and my ti...2020-09-1735 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 16: What Couples WantIn the final part of our three episode series, Richard and I are going to collaborate on what men want and what women want. There are things we both realized we could work on and we are going to talk about together. Hopefully our conversation inspires you to do the same with your spouse. Richard and I talk affection and why it was last on my list [3:15] The expectation I brought to marriage about keeping the family safe [5:26] The importance of quality time together and communicating what you each want [13:53] We talk appreciation and why it is so im...2020-09-1024 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 15: What Men WantIn this week’s episode, you’ll hear from Richard on what men want in part two of our three part series: Appreciation: Sometimes you do things that go unseen and verbalizing appreciation, even just a simple “thank you”, can make a huge difference [3:31] Validation: It is important to feel validated in a relationship, but be careful to not put pressure on your significant other [14:27] Open communication: It is important to openly communicate about expectations and be willing to tell each other what you desire [17:22] Saying what you want: Give us guidance on what you want even if you think...2020-09-0331 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 14: What Women WantIn this week’s episode, I am sharing 10 general things that women want from the men in our lives. I think it can be beneficial to take an outward look into our relationships. Next week, you’ll hear from Richard who will discuss his viewpoint on what he wants, and then the third week we join forces and hash these expectations out together. To feel protected: Physically, emotionally and spiritually. As the head of the house, men are protecting the home in a spiritual way. I think that trickles down into our emotions and physically. [6:46] To count on you: In g...2020-08-2728 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 13: Dealing with LossRachel and Richard share their experiences with loss and how grief has been a part of their lives since a young age. They are sharing what's helped them after loss and how they've handled it together. We hope you leave this episode encouraged and inspired in some way if you are or have experienced loss. Rachel’s first experience with loss and her view that beauty truly can come from ashes [3:00] The practice of journaling that helped Rachel process her feelings and grief from loss [7:48] Richard shares his own experience of loss at a young age and the imp...2020-08-2041 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 12: Five Tips for Schooling in 2020Aren’t we all finding ourselves a little out of sorts as we start the 2020 school year together? Whether you are doing hybrid school a couple of days a week, virtual learning, homeschooling completely, or sending your children to school 5 days a week in a mask, all of our schooling looks a little different this year. As a homeschool mom, going into my 6th year of homeschooling, per my choice, I thought I’d share five tips that have helped me along the way in hopes of encouraging you in this new unknown season. Understand your Why/Write that M...2020-08-1326 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 11: Anxiety Part II with RichardWelcome to the second episode in the two part series on anxiety. Last week, I told my story with anxiety, how it shows up for me, and how I have navigated it. Today, I‘m bringing on my husband Richard who had a different view of anxiety until he experienced it himself. He is telling his story and how anxiety has impacted him and our marriage. Richard’s viewpoint on anxiety and his experiences with it growing up [3:20] The anxiety attack that came out of the blue for Richard and changed everything [6:25] Richard talks about his struggle with depre...2020-07-3028 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 10: Anxiety Part IThis episode is the first in a series of two podcast episodes talking all about anxiety. Today, I’ll be sharing my story with the hopes to encourage you if it is something you are going through or help you understand more about anxiety in general. What anxiety is, how it feels, the six most common types of anxiety disorders, and how to tell if you are experiencing normal anxiety or something that lingers on [2:45] I discuss how anxiety presented in my family and how it can be a result of both your genetics and environment [6:33] How anxiety or...2020-07-2332 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 09: Inside Our Home: BedroomsThis episode is all about bedrooms! I walk you through how to consider your layout, choosing furniture pieces and creating a cohesive style. I also include my favorite stores and retailers for finding beautiful, stylish pieces on a budget. I want you to take away the importance of creating intention for your bedrooms before you shop for the pieces to fill it. Bedrooms Are Meant to Be Relaxing – However for us, it’s different. I talk about my vision for a Master Bedroom but what the reality looks like for us. [1:55] An excerpt from my book on the most...2020-07-1617 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 08: Balance, What's That?In this episode, I am talking all about balance and what that looks for me. I think the most difficult part of balance as a woman and a mom is including in our routine those “selfish” priorities that help us feel our best. I am showing you how I approach this in my day and scheduling hacks that help me get it all done. Is it perfect every day? No. The most important part is to start somewhere and this episode will give you tips on how to begin creating more balance in your own life. The number one...2020-07-0923 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 07: Marriage Expectations: Before and NowIn this episode, Richard and I are talking all about expectations. The expectations we had prior to our marriage and how we approach expectations now after 14 years. We discuss unrealistic expectations about love and marriage and our views on what actually happens in a relationship -not what you see in the movies. At the end of the day, it is all about communication and understanding there will always be ebbs and flows. Unrealistic expectations going into the marriage [3:03] False expectation that Richard would possess the same characteristics as my dad [4:57] Assuming that the relationship will always be okay [6:36...2020-07-0226 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 06: Self Care, It's a MustIn this episode, I’m going to dive into the subject of self care and share the three steps that I use to help me define and prioritize self care in my daily routines. It’s my hope that this episode will help you make self care a priority in your life and give you actionable tips on how to incorporate time for things that give you energy and fill you up. What self care is and my experienced with it growing up [1:55] My first realization with self care to navigate anxiety after giving birth [5:30] First Step in Self...2020-06-2528 min

Thriving Beyond Belief with Cheryl Scruggs133: Rachel Van KluyveToday on the Thriving Belief Podcast, we have Rachel Van Kluyve! Rachel is a Nashvillian stay at home mom turned momtrepreneur. Most days you can find her in a messy bun and yoga pants wrangling two boys while running a real estate business, homeschooling, DIYing, and keeping up with her passions. She's mostly known for her thrifty finds and the ability to make the dollar count. Amazon is her go-to and she tends to say she has eloquent taste on a Target budget. She's most passionate in life about her faith, her three men, writing, and serving...2020-06-2436 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 05: Inside Our Home: Let's Talk About Gathering SpacesOn today’s episode, we’re going to dive into the home. Twice a month, you can expect Inside Your Home episodes where I’ll discuss decorating, organizing and the intention behind what helps me within the home. These will also include stories with my family, organizational tips, etc. Today we are going to discuss the first section of my book titled Gathering Spaces. What is a gathering space [1:50] The importance of intention & why it’s necessary to decorate your space. Tune into your passion and God given gifts [3:19] The importance of creating a gathering space for yourself [5:08] The top ga...2020-06-1822 min

The Good News Mama PodcastEpisode 029 Crate & Cottage with Rachel Van KluyveRachel Van Kluyve joins me on the podcast to talk about how she got started with Crate & Cottage, the launching of her new book She Made Herself a Home, and how to create intention in our homes - since we're all stuck in there anyway ;)I hope you will share this episode with a friend, hit subscribe, and leave a review! And please keep Rachel and her family in your prayers as she shares the exciting news that they will soon be adopting a baby girl!www.goodnewsmama.com@goodnewsmamas 2020-06-1540 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 04: Did You Know I Wrote a Book?I wrote a book! I have always wanted to be a writer, but my journey started on Instagram as I searched for a creative outlet as a new mom. As my platform grew, people took notice and I was asked to write a book. After two years, the book is now on the shelves at Target. In this episode I talk about the beginning of my Instagram journey, the impact it had on me and what I ultimately included in the book. I share my heart behind the format and why I included over 40 different homes and their unique...2020-06-1124 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 03: Meet My Husband, Rich! Aka My Co-host ... SometimesToday, my husband, Rich, is the featured guest on the podcast. This episode is all about our marriage, how we met, how we run a business together and give you an introduction to who we are. Richard and I will begin hosting marriage chats once a month. We will talk about vulnerable things, topics from a guy’s perspective and my perspective, topics we agree/disagree on and all things marriage. In this episode we are going to share: How we met and our first date [2:44] Dating, break ups and some fun facts about Rich [6:24] What attr...2020-06-0428 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 02: Decor Doesn't Define MeDecor does not define me. In this episode, I am giving you a peek into my journey of following my heart and getting to where I am today as a published author and now podcaster. Decor has been an integral part of my journey, and it brings me so much joy, but it’s never been my number one dream. We all have dreams in our hearts, but it is through discovering who we are and taking chances that we are presented with opportunities to pursue them. I hope that my story inspires you to find what defines you and...2020-06-0424 min

She Made Herself a HomeEp 01: Let's Set The StageWelcome to the first episode of She Made Herself a Home podcast. This episode is a little bit of an intro to how I got here, why I am doing a podcast and what you can expect from me. Hearing someones voice lets you into their heart, and I want my listeners to take away what I have learned and apply it to yourself to discover more of who you were created to be. Here you will find intentional home tips, real talks/truths on relationships, marriage, parenting and more. So pop in those airpods and multitask mama or...2020-06-0417 min

Mom Inspired Show with Amber SandbergWhy Home Design Doesn’t Have to Break the Bank: Rachel Van Kluyve: 190Has quarantine made you think about your design choices in your home? Today, we have Rachel from Crate and Cottage on the show to talk all about house design without breaking the bank. She shares with us that after having her first son she had postpartum, experienced a lot of depression and anxiety. So she was looking for a creative outlet that was just for herself other than being a mom and it came in the form of decorating. I feel like for most of us being stuck at home for COVID-19 it has either made you really appreciate how y...2020-06-0244 min

Build Your Best FamilyRachel Van Kluyve on Creating a Home Your Family Will LoveEverything we talked about in this episode can be found here: https://www.buildyourbestfamily.com/podcast/episode-88 2020-05-2523 min

Fresh Start Family ShowEp. 48: Cultivating Joy in Our Homes with Rachel & Rich Van KluyveDon't we all want more joy in our family lives? How about the kind of joy that starts at home & then overflows into our careers & the way we show up in the world? If the sound of increased joy has you intrigued, listen in to this lighthearted episode with Rachel & Rich Van Kluyve that will have you laughing & nodding along in agreement!For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/48. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 2020-05-0947 min

She Made Herself a HomeWelcome to She Made Herself a Home Welcome to She Made Herself a Home podcast. My name is Rachel, and I’m your host. My hope is that you’ll leave this virtual space feeling inspired. My why is simply to help you create intention within your life, family and home. From conversations around marriage, family, home school, cooking, décor, and so much more- I want you to feel you’ve got a friend in me. Someone who can talk through life's joys and frustrations. Help you navigate the ins and outs of making your home a space you love to be in, and someone you can even...2020-04-2402 min

Living Easy with LindseyQuarantine Ep. 2: Our Most Helpful Home Design Tips + Cute Decor on a BudgetDo you love this podcast? Buy Lindsey one monthly cup of coffee to help keep it going! Go to patreon.com/livingeasy! On today's episode, Rachel Van Kluyve and Lindsey Maestas are discussing what it's like to have fancy taste on a Target budget. They share their top tips for making a house your 'own' and finding your very own style. Rachel talks about her favorite places to shop for inexpensive home items and Lindsey shares 6 essential tips that everyone should know about home decor. Check out Rachel's Book: Sh...2020-04-2029 min

Hustle & Grace with Hilary Sutton: A Work/Life Balance PodcastRachel Van Kluyve, @CrateandCottage, Home Design Expert & AuthorRachel Van Kluyve, best known for her home design Instagram account @CrateandCottage, stops by to chat about her new book, She Made Herself a Home. This episode is perfect for quarantine listening as Rachel unpacks how to make any dwelling more homey, her philosophy on hospitality, and her best hacks for updating on a budget. Rachel also shares her take on how to connect with and grow a community online. This episode is brought to you by HilarySutton.com. Instagram: www.instagram.com/hilary.sutton Twitter: www.twitter.com/hilarysutton Facebook: www.f...2020-04-1633 min

Extraordinary Moms PodcastEpisode 300: Creating a Home of Purpose with Rachel Van Kluyve Today my guest is Rachel Van Kluyve. Whether you’re decorating your first house, looking for an affordable refresh for one room, or planning an entirely new concept as part of a renovation, one question provides the adequate jump start for any project. Where do I begin? It can be a challenge to know where to start in each scenario to make the various rooms in a home truly work—and work together—to fulfill one’s needs. Thankfully, popular blogger and designer Rachel Van Kluyve gets to the heart of how to create intention in any room in She...2020-04-1500 min

Jesus Calling: Stories of FaithWhen We Can’t See God’s Plan, Trust His Heart: Dave Pittman & Rachel Van Kluyve“Why me, God?” Sound familiar? We’ve all questioned why God has allowed bad things to happen in our lives, but this week’s guests, musician Dave Pittman and home designer Rachel Van Kluyve, have faced serious trials that caused them to question their purpose and how to move forward. Growing up, Dave faced bullies because of his Tourette’s Syndrome. After a deep, dark battle, Dave learned to embrace what made him different. As he’s built his music career post-American Idol, today Dave uses his music and experiences to help others find their reason to live. After Rachel had h...2020-02-2730 min

All In with AllieRachel Van Kluyve Interview (@crateandcottage): Lessons Learned from Growing a 100k+ FollowingPre-order Rachel’s book, She Made Herself a Home: http://crateandcottage.com/book/ Follow Rachel on IG: https://www.instagram.com/crateandcottage/ https://www.instagram.com/crateandcabin/ For directions on how to enter my 6 Figure Influencer Anniversary giveaway, text 6 Figure to 31996 for instructions! Good luck! Ways to connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allieireeves/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/6figureambassador/ Website: https://www.allieireeves.com/2020-02-241h 13

Mom Camp: Around the CampfireHow DIY and home design helped her manage postpartum and build a business: A chat with Rachel Van Kluyve from Crate and CottageRachel Van Kluyve is the mama behind the beautiful Crate and Cottage, her platform for all things home design and DIY. She’s a stay at home mom turned mompreneur, and in this episode we chat about how she manages it all – not only is she a mama to two boys, two dogs and four cats, she’s a wife, she runs a real estate business in addition to Crate and Cottage, she just built her first Air BnB, AND she homeschools her kids. Oh, and she is launching a book in March. Just a few things on her plate...2020-02-1924 min

The Better Part - Intentional Living for Christian Moms with a Bible-Loving Catholic MamaBonus #5: She Made Herself A Home: Rachel Van Kluyve Talks Home Decor On A BudgetToday on the podcast, Rachel Van Kluyve from Crate and Cottage is talking about decorating on a budget. During this time of year with Christmas just days away, we all want to get our houses ready for guests & ready to celebrate the birth of Jesus! Rachel shares some practical tips that I’ve actually already put into practice. You’re going to love what she shares today & I know you will be inspired to create a beautiful home (on a budget!). To connect with Rachel on Instagram, visit Instagram.com/crateandcottage. Follow along on her Insta journey so you know when...2019-12-1920 min