Emily Van Eps

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Emily Van Eps

Emily is a founder of For This House, and the middle sister to Lauren and Ally. She is a graphic design maven by trade, currently living in small-town and staying home with her two beautiful girls.

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Emily opens up about why she and her sisters aren’t chasing influencer status with For This House. In a culture obsessed with performing motherhood online, they’re choosing presence over posting—sharing authentically to point other moms toward Christ, not content calendars.

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Emily shares how she discovered AI as an unexpected tool for managing motherhood’s overwhelming mental load. From meal planning to morning routines, she explains how Christian moms can use technology wisely to create more space for what truly matters—being present with their families and growing closer to God.

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Emily shares how motherhood forced her to overcome her people-pleasing tendencies. Through setting boundaries to protect her daughters, she’s learning that using her voice isn’t selfish—it’s her God-given responsibility as a parent.

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After deleting social media, Emily discovered how neuroplasticity could transform her scattered mom-brain and ADHD symptoms. She shares her journey of rewiring her brain through intentional choices, deeper faith, and real-world connections.

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Feeling mentally exhausted at the start of 2025? Instead of piling on New Year’s resolutions, try a mental health reset. Identify what’s draining you, find restful hobbies (that aren’t doom scrolling!), stay hydrated, and monitor your energy throughout the year. Remember, it’s okay to prioritize rest—depletion benefits no one.

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Relive the magic of holiday baking with these delightful Christmas cutout sugar cookies! Whether you’re a novice baker or a seasoned pro, discover a foolproof recipe that brings joy to every kitchen.

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Emily gets honest about her journey with time perfectionism. Discover practical tips for making the most of small pockets of time for Bible study, exercise, and self-care while embracing the beautiful chaos of life.

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Humans prefer simple binaries – yes/no, good/bad, right/wrong. Our brains latch onto polarizing mindsets that allow quick reactions without nuance. When options clash in contradiction, either/or thinking takes over.

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Potty Training & My Walk with God A Messy Analogy January 27, 2024  |  10 min read Emily Van Eps Instagram Linkedin My toddler recently graduated from diapers, and we’ve started the journey of potty training. While this is an exciting milestone, potty training has tested my patience, caused many

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