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Big Family Life EXPOSED! (what it's really like)

May 12, 2025 • Nikki Phillippi

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What’s it really like growing up in a big family—and why is the media so weirdly hostile about it?

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Maria, who grew up in a large Christian family that not only thrived in the day-to-day chaos of life with many siblings—but also survived something unimaginable: a massive tornado that completely destroyed their family home in Oklahoma.

We talk about everything from 15-passenger vans and buddy systems to the strength, faith, and community that shaped her childhood. I also share how my curiosity about families like the Duggars and the Bates led me to rethink what I thought I knew about large families—and how meeting Maria opened my eyes to how beautiful and grounded that life can really be.

We cover:
• What daily life in a big family is actually like
• How her family rebuilt after the tornado
• Why the media often portrays big families negatively
• Healing from childhood without losing the good
• Faith, community, and resilience through crisis

Whether you’re from a big family, raising one, or just curious—this conversation will challenge assumptions and deeply encourage you.