The Children are very Young The Parents are Eliminating Debt and They Aren't being a Burden On Family Members.... What's the Problem with this family Again 🤔
Me and my wife use to live in a one bedroom condo that we bought cash. Had baby number 1, so we bought a 2nd house cash only that had 2 bedrooms. We rented out the last place. 2 yrs after that baby #2 arrived we bought a third house, 3 bedrooms the kids share a one bedroom and my mother in law lives with us. She watches the kids and cooks some times and collect a disability check. Now we just have our last child baby number #3 and were in the process of looking for larger 3 bedroom home or a 4 bedroom home. This is how you build wealth
This comment is for the people that's talking BS this is a mother a father and two kids everybody talking about how they live in this little space at less there kids are not in the cold they have a roof over there heads food to eat clothes on they back back a they look clean and happy so shut up big homes don't mean your all that and your happy shealther
Thank you for posting this and being so transparent ❤️❤️ I’m a single mom now and I’m looking for another apartment I was so focused on making sure we have enough space for me and my 1 year old son. So focused on a 2 bedroom but my pockets at the moment can’t afford a 2bed lol! And that’s OKAY!! Sooner than later I will get that extra room for my child. I needed this thank you! Sometimes less is MORE.
Same here girl I needed this as well! I felt so bad that I had to get a single this small but this just reassured me that I am ok I’m a single mommy with a daughter as well and I wanted my daughter to have a room but as of now my pockets won’t let me we got this and we will be able to give our children better stay focused walk in faith and watch god handle the rest god bless you queen ❤️
Same here! Sept is my last month in a 2 bedroom then i will have to downsize to a single with my 3 year old son. Im so nervous about trying to make it work with suck little space and an active toddler. This video has helped me alot!
Hubby and I did this seven years ago with five boys. To this day our older boys think those were the best times of their lives. We made it fun as possible.
You did a great job Kenita of organizing your small home to accommodate your belongings and your family to function in a small space and great idea for someone interested in planning a financial strategy to save money..thumbs up!
Girl!! I am impressed with your family! Living within your means in a culture that says more is better. Your children will learn life lessons from this. And Aaron??? Is completely adorable!
bunk bed, bottom becomes couch during daytime, slide in desk slider instead of stationary one you have. The small crib could be in the toddler space, since toddler will be on top bunk and parents get a double yaaaay
Shoot we are in a 546 1 bedroom. And my son is a teen now. And I was thinking I want a bigger place for him. But I really am blessed to have a rent this price and I dont want to leave and pay double. And I got a knew job with a big pay increase. So Im like maybe we should stay and make the best of it. I want to save to be a home owner but sometimes I feel sad that my son might be grown by the time I buy my forever home. Sigh. #singlemomproblems i guess. But this video is inspiring.
@@MzCrayKray same here sis same here! But we do the best we can and our kids (kid) we'll appreciate all the sacrifices we made I just know it! Chin up Queen🥰🥰🥰🥰
Awesome, good for you guys. Our family moved from New England to the west in okc, there was an adjustment we had to make from a tiny 120sq space when we had our girls. They are only 14months apart so it was doable. Then we moved to a two bedroom that was so much wasted space and money because we still all slept in the same bed. Now we are back in a smaller room that allows us to be connected. Society needs not to seprate from their babies, kids are more adjusted in shared space with a stronger connection to their parents. Three wins, glad you are teaching about minimal living, debt reduction, and attachment parenting. Best- TGT
My husband, son and I lived in a very small apartment until our little one was two and a half. You make it work. You may want to get a larger bed. Sleep is so important.
I love this! Thank you for posting! We will be downsizing from a 600 sq ft apartment to a 300 sq foot with a family of 3. Our main goal is to get out of debt and save for a future home. It’s so nice to see another family’s experience of how to make it work.
I've seen a later comment that you're no longer living in this apt, but while you were- you making it work. While the kids are small is the better time to try although it _can_ be done at other times. You do what's important and make sacrifices-and you do it well.
Yep, you can get a love seat sofa bed. I believe it's a full size let out bed. Or you can get a Murphy bed, and build a table under it. When it's up, you can let the table down. And buy two stackable chairs.
Very nice. You have a safe, clean and comfortable home for you and your family. I wish more people would look into living tiny to help with being homeless.
Are yall still in this apartment?If so just a few suggestions.You could get one of those futon bunk beds.Double bed on bottom twin up top.And you can put both boys up top by putting a board in place of the twin mattress.You could use an old crib,but just for the sides.So neither of the boys fall.Use the crib as railing.Maybe put some sort of divider to seperate the boys sleeping area from each other.You could secure the the crib rails to each wall and together in the corner where the rails meet.Put the longest side on a hinge so you can put the boys to bed.And a barn style sliding door for your bathroom may work,at least the toilet area.Or a pocket door.
We're no longer there but these are all really great suggestions. This was a furnished rental so we wanted to use what they gave us instead of buying more items
Man, in order to get ahead these days you have to sacrifice. This is an ingenious way to do it because the whole while they are saving money while adding equity. So smart!
I was so worried about what people would think I ended up being a burden on my family and ruining some relationships instead of putting my pride aside and standing on my own with my little one. I wish I was mature enough to learn from this video a year ago. I wish you all the best 💕
I admire what you have done with living in a smaller space....I wish my husband and I had thought of this when we were starting out years ago....saving money and putting your priorities in the areas that really benefit your family will grant you blessings and peace of mind in the long run.
Awesome awesome awesome!!!! Forget the Joneses! Soooo much more to life than stuff! Especially if you have a great family that knows how to make your own fun AND you are saving to build secure future and teaching children what to treasure. Thank you for taking the plunge and sharing your journey!!!😀
Awesome! Honestly, getting a hold of your finances is so important when you have a family and it's fantastic you are doing just that! Particularly while the kids are young and don't take up too much space ;) At this age, it's also an adventure for them! Believe me, in the future when their parents have great credit and have built a savings they will look up to you as role models. Plus, the place is super cute!
Aaron is adorable, get little dude a nice mini crib from Amazon (If you haven't yet) and he'll be good to go. It's admirable that you and your family are focusing on the important things, may God continue to give you guys wisdom to be continually be good stewards of your finances. Impressive! Thanks for sharing
I was thinking the mini crib also because that's what I did for my granddaughter when she was little eventhough we are in a bigger apartment. My daughter's room with all the furniture, the mini crib was a perfect size for some small space she had.
It does when there’s a budget not everyone is wealthy enough to go big but still wants a family 4 year olds don’t know they will play and run w.e they can do with the space they have
As long as you all have a roof over your head , food and love, That is all that matters. IV never understood why some people need to take up so much space to live, with great big houses, I find smaller spaces so cosy
Just...WOW! I so admire how you've made your tiny apartment work! I only lived in what I would call a tiny apartment once in my life (not counting my dorm room in college) and that was right after I graduated. Looking back, that was one of my favorite places I've lived. Not sure of the square feet but I'd estimate less than 300 sq. ft. but it was just me living there.
My boyfriend and I live in a 325 sq ft studio with a saint bernard mix and another large rescue and it's nothing less of beautiful 💙💙🦋🦋 my mother lived in a small camper when I was younger and I guess it shaped my thinking.
God bless you! Your baby is just beautiful and so are you....I raised three children alone and ended up in a project that was not fun for me...I did a lot of praying, and now my kids are grown.I live in an elderly complex, and love the safety and privacy..I'm 76 and I have 11 grandchildren and 4 great-grand children...They come from the league of Nations...And everyone is precious...The most important thing is to hold on to LOVE!!! In the true sense of the word!!! I see it in you...Just keep on keeping on...Jesus works miracles!!! Sometimes, these times are the most humbling and beautiful...Your apartment is so sweet...Your hand is all over it!
I live in a tiny apt, about the same size of yours and love it. It has everything I need, easy to clean and dont have to worry about the stress of paying high rent. Your apt looks nice and cozy warm home. Your son is adorable. It is the love for each other that makes the home. Very nice apt. Happy Holidays.
Thank you for sharing this. I started my debt free journey last December and moved into a 900 something square foot not-so-nice apartment (two bedrooms). It has saved us so much money and I’ve paid off thousands so far. I’m thinking of downsizing further to a one bedroom. Seeing this has inspired me to keep pressing forward! Awesome organization! And your baby is sooooo adorable! Thanks again for your transparency. I hope your journey is going well!
Its amazing you even have space for a desk top. Very organized and very chic good looking. Good on you. If you didn't have kids you could live like this forever.
Thank you for posting this. This is the first family who is renting an actual tiny micro apartment. Not just a white family living in a van that travels or tiny house on land they inherited. This is so much more realistic!
My husband, daughter, and I are looking to move to downtown LA and we aren't able to afford a 2 bed. This really helps put it into perspective that it can be done. This is a great video, I commend you for your creativeness in how you organized everything! And also becoming debt free!
best wishes and i hope it all works out for you. rental laws will allow up to three people to a one bedroom in california so you shouldn't have any issues
The good thing about it is you're stayed focus on your basic needs which is all that matters and you're together as a family to work it out as you go alone in this process Good job.
I tried small before, we lived in a 305-320 sqft. Apt. before, we liked it and had a full size living room, bedroom big enough for a reg. , bed and reg bathroom. We had a separate reg. sm. kitchen but we got attacked their and had to give it up. "It was cheap and reasonable too ; it wasn't bad but the people where so, we went on a little further, but sm. , ain't bad at all!" "You do what you got to do, to keep the family strong, yall!"👍🙋✌💨💨💨
Some people talking bad while me I’m really Impressed actually go guys make the best of what u got they fed washed have a roof they are good if u ask me
High Five. I use to live in a small place. Made it work for me and my family. Much more space now. But learned to appreciate more then just the stuff i have. And just be a close net family.
I’m a single mother with a 4 year old. I’m so happy I found this!! I was searching for a downsizing video to save money and buy a house type deal. I was trying to figure out how we were gonna survive in a 1 bed room apartment going from a 2 bedroom. Girl thanks for the boost!
+Kenita Renee I am viewing to get ideas because I am retired and selling and down sizing because instead of paying for the maintenance of a house or service change on an large APPARTMENT the money will be best spent for medical bill and extras to enjoy a good retirement. .living close to amenities, shops, doctors in case you can no longer drive. ..then you can walk and meet people. .look into shops and don't buy..of course in an area with good hospitals. ....I enjoy your video. .because it helps me to think purposefully. ...I do watch tiny space living because they are so creative. .thank you for sharing. ..God bless you and family. ...well done. ..wish I had the sense at your age...but then in the world system without Christ. ..we want or feel that we work hard and deserve everything. .forgetting that sickness. ..old age means higher maintenance in order not to be depending on others. .because all your friends are also ageing could be sick or gone....and you need money to have a reasonable life. ..cheaper to take a taxi than to maintain a car....thanks again. .bless you. .your baby is so cute
Love it. We live small as well we have two boys and we moved further east in NY so we got more square footage and a yard . I truly admire you and your family. You are doing things the right way most Americans dont understand the concept of living beneath your means! Or making sacrifices to have more in the future. We were approved for mortgage and chose to live longer in our smaller apartment so we can better plan for our future and live more comfortably.
Thank you sis. You've given me so many ideas about what to do with my space. I have empty drawers in the kitchen and never thought to put my hair products there.
I just downsize from a house to 750 square feet co op.. moving in soon. The kids are grown; and I got tired of living for a high mortgage and all that cleaning. Smart young lady.... Adorable Baby.. !!!
First of all, the baby is absolutely adorable! And second, I really commend you on your ability to be so organized and to pull this tiny living together the way you have! I think its totally awesome...not sure I would be able to do this with 2 young children, but wow, you are for sure an inspiration to a lot of people who could benefit from doing this, saving a whole lot of money! And like some others have commented, I will no longer complain about my living space, which is gigantic for one person!
Take it one step at a time, one day at a time. Great time to do that. When the kids gets older then you’ll be better able to afford more space. Long as you’re happy. You know what goal you’re trying to reach.
We’re living small too in a one bedroom economy. 4 of us as well. We came out of the shelter in NYC. I’m used to small living being from the city. You’re space is so nice! You really don’t need a ton of space cause it’s too much stuff. I lost so much and got rid of even more. It’s very freeing.
Wow! You worked your living quarters out you have a BEAUTIFUL baby you and your family will have a bigger and more comfortable place soon I'm sure of that keep doing your thing girl
Kudos to you! I give you major props for being able to live in less than 200 sq. feet! Aaron is adorable! How about a pack-n-play for him to sleep in? You could fold it up in the daytime for more room. I hope you all get out of debt soon!
You guys are AMAZING, intelligent, resourceful, clutter-free (how is that even possible in this space with four people?! It says so much about who you are and the peaceful environment you've created for your family and each other). You're exceptional role models for your kids by learning how to and showing your kids how to tame the financial beast that can plague a family for generations. Also, this time in a child's life is precious (where many parents may not understand the critical significance of providing a peaceful and loving environment (no matter the size)...and the significance of QUALITY time spent as a family and the positive impact it will have on them for the rest of their lives. Your kids are fortunate to have parents more interested in clearing out debt to provide better futures for all of you, than to have parents who are just trying to "keep up with the Joneses". It shows your confidence, your trust in yourselves and your ability to have a little bit less now in order to reap the greater benefits a bit later. BRAVA & BRAVO to you and your family. + your baby is one of the cutest around!
For what its worth I'm very impressed. My family and I down sized as well (although not to your degree of aggressive commitment) in order to pay off debt. Now, after paying off debt, we all look back on that small apartment with fond memories. I promise you will meet the day where you wish you could be back in that small apartment with your young family for at least one more time.
I like tiny spaces and it is true you must save money so you can grow or make money. For me i found that when living in a small space, it helped to keep things extremely organized, clutter free and minimal. And plants make the space feel more home like. Murphy beds and trundel beds are great space savers...sometimes you can find them for free or you can do a trade... Your baby is adorable.
I admire y’all. I currently have a family of three, soon to be four. I wish I had the guts to downsize. We could save so much money plus appreciate the important things in life. My hubby and I have been talking about it a lot. There is a freedom that comes up with downsizing too. But you and your fam actually did it. And you make it look easy!
I checked your more recent uploads to see that you have moved on, congrats! I live in a 220-sq-ft microflat in downtown L.A. I'm saving up to adopt an embryo so I can be a midlife mum. Some of my people are outraged that I would dare to raise a child here. But it's comfortable and well kept. When this building first opened ten years ago, several families with babies and small children were welcomed as tenants. The kids were always happy. I miss their smiling faces, they all moved out ages ago. Now the management 'just so happens' never to move in new tenants with kids, which is blatantly illegal.
We live in 250 square feet its so much fun your apt is very nice did you ever think of a hydrolic bed it goes up to the ceiling during the day and it comes down at night or building a loft with a ladder and the kids can have a bed and there space underneath there's so much you can do
If you look on pintrest they make bunk beds for traveling kids size...get one for the boys and break up the next morning it's really easy just expensive but worth it.it turns into a couch etc
I shared a small 1BR apt with my daughter for years. She got the BR and I got the living room. Paying less in rent helped us to be able to do other things! You make do however you need and choose to.
I've seen several of these videos of families living in tiny spaces. It makes me think of the immigrants who crowded into small tenements. It's sad to me that housing costs in the NY area are so hideously high that families have to live that way. It's many many years ago but we lived in an apartment in the city that had 8 rooms and was $150 a month. We seem to always take steps backwards. I'm off my soapbox now to say that I give Miss Kenita so much credit for the loving way she has made a well organized cute little home for her family.
Wow! You are braver and better organized than I am. Somehow, you are making this work! I hope soon you can move up to a slightly bigger tiny space. And your baby is the cutest!
Whoa, I've stayed in hotels bigger than that... I cant imagine living there but it seems like it works. I commend u all... Save that money! You'll be debt free in no time. Inshalla
The Children are very Young The Parents are Eliminating Debt and They Aren't being a Burden On Family Members.... What's the Problem with this family Again 🤔
Not a thing.
Amen to that
Me and my wife use to live in a one bedroom condo that we bought cash. Had baby number 1, so we bought a 2nd house cash only that had 2 bedrooms. We rented out the last place. 2 yrs after that baby #2 arrived we bought a third house, 3 bedrooms the kids share a one bedroom and my mother in law lives with us. She watches the kids and cooks some times and collect a disability check. Now we just have our last child baby number #3 and were in the process of looking for larger 3 bedroom home or a 4 bedroom home. This is how you build wealth
I asure you that, in the future, you will remember this time as the best time of your life. Enjoy your beautiful little family and God bless you all.
thank you for your kind words :-)
You took the words outta my mouth. Right on.
Marinella Figoli amen
Girrrrrl stop, 🤔'how to get 2 full sized adults into a twin bed...' 9months later, beautiful baby... yall figured something out... LOL!!!😁❤
Your comment made me laugh!😀
The size of your place doesn’t make it a home, YOU Make it a home. I love my tiny apartment as well ❤️
Amen
Good job Mama Bear making the best out of a tough situation.collect moments not things
Lauren nicole not too tough they are having babies in the midths.
This comment is for the people that's talking BS this is a mother a father and two kids everybody talking about how they live in this little space at less there kids are not in the cold they have a roof over there heads food to eat clothes on they back back a they look clean and happy so shut up big homes don't mean your all that and your happy shealther
vanita Major so very true! I'm so glad you said this. People are so small minded.
Amen... 👏👏👏💞
And not to mention she said it was for now. They want to save some money and pay off some debt.
Big homes that most of them are killing themselves to pay for monthly.
Amen
Thank you for posting this and being so transparent ❤️❤️ I’m a single mom now and I’m looking for another apartment I was so focused on making sure we have enough space for me and my 1 year old son. So focused on a 2 bedroom but my pockets at the moment can’t afford a 2bed lol! And that’s OKAY!! Sooner than later I will get that extra room for my child. I needed this thank you! Sometimes less is MORE.
@Acieღ i have the same thing, my daughter sleeps in our walk in as well
Same here girl I needed this as well! I felt so bad that I had to get a single this small but this just reassured me that I am ok I’m a single mommy with a daughter as well and I wanted my daughter to have a room but as of now my pockets won’t let me we got this and we will be able to give our children better stay focused walk in faith and watch god handle the rest god bless you queen ❤️
Same here! Sept is my last month in a 2 bedroom then i will have to downsize to a single with my 3 year old son. Im so nervous about trying to make it work with suck little space and an active toddler. This video has helped me alot!
I hope everyone has been blessed with what they wanted on addition to their need. Much love.
I AM IN THE SAME BOAT YES 100%. This truly was the video needed.
Impressive! Well organized. I will no longer complain about my 485sf.
Hubby and I did this seven years ago with five boys. To this day our older boys think those were the best times of their lives. We made it fun as possible.
You did a great job Kenita of organizing your small home to accommodate your belongings and your family to function in a small space and great idea for someone interested in planning a financial strategy to save money..thumbs up!
thank you so much for your kind words!
Girl!! I am impressed with your family! Living within your means in a culture that says more is better. Your children will learn life lessons from this. And Aaron??? Is completely adorable!
bunk bed, bottom becomes couch during daytime, slide in desk slider instead of stationary one you have. The small crib could be in the toddler space, since toddler will be on top bunk and parents get a double yaaaay
Regina Estrada that’s what I was thinking.
Slide inndesk slider?
I just learned to appreciate and be content with my 1500 square foot condo for just my son and I.....
Yes I'm in 850 soft. Im like okay how can I organize better!
Shoot we are in a 546 1 bedroom. And my son is a teen now. And I was thinking I want a bigger place for him. But I really am blessed to have a rent this price and I dont want to leave and pay double. And I got a knew job with a big pay increase. So Im like maybe we should stay and make the best of it. I want to save to be a home owner but sometimes I feel sad that my son might be grown by the time I buy my forever home. Sigh. #singlemomproblems i guess. But this video is inspiring.
Our house has about the same size for 4 people and honestly it is too big for us.
@@MzCrayKray same here sis same here! But we do the best we can and our kids (kid) we'll appreciate all the sacrifices we made I just know it! Chin up Queen🥰🥰🥰🥰
@@evancaparis4131 no, a nooh job.
Awesome, good for you guys. Our family moved from New England to the west in okc, there was an adjustment we had to make from a tiny 120sq space when we had our girls. They are only 14months apart so it was doable. Then we moved to a two bedroom that was so much wasted space and money because we still all slept in the same bed. Now we are back in a smaller room that allows us to be connected. Society needs not to seprate from their babies, kids are more adjusted in shared space with a stronger connection to their parents. Three wins, glad you are teaching about minimal living, debt reduction, and attachment parenting. Best- TGT
You are fabulous mama. What wisdom you used to save some money for the future! God bless. I'm so inspired.
My husband, son and I lived in a very small apartment until our little one was two and a half. You make it work. You may want to get a larger bed. Sleep is so important.
Amy C bet it had a door at least. No way I could live like this with no privacy to even take a dump. Must suck
It’s nice and clean. Great job finding a place for everything. The baby is adorbs. 😍😍😍
I love this! Thank you for posting! We will be downsizing from a 600 sq ft apartment to a 300 sq foot with a family of 3. Our main goal is to get out of debt and save for a future home. It’s so nice to see another family’s experience of how to make it work.
I've seen a later comment that you're no longer living in this apt, but while you were- you making it work. While the kids are small is the better time to try although it _can_ be done at other times. You do what's important and make sacrifices-and you do it well.
Calisa Hardy thank you so much for your kind words ☺️
Well-done! You're so organized and yet wise I would say :-)
You should get sofa bed it will give more room space
Sofa beds usually aren't as comfortable. I prefer lifted beds where you can store stuff underneath. But if they don't need it...
Yep, you can get a love seat sofa bed. I believe it's a full size let out bed. Or you can get a Murphy bed, and build a table under it. When it's up, you can let the table down. And buy two stackable chairs.
Good use of the space. You have everything that you need!
Hi I'm Kasthuri murugeshan from in India your house is very nice and your baby is cute
You have a great attitude!!
thank you!
She really does, so positive.
Very nice. You have a safe, clean and comfortable home for you and your family. I wish more people would look into living tiny to help with being homeless.
Omg I just love how y’all are making it work to get to where you want to be with bills! Grinding for sure girl!
Beautiful. Smart move. Go debt free and save to buy a house. Good for you.
My boyfriend and I would kill each other in a space this small but I'm so glad ya'll make it work!!
I, by no means, live in a large home but I find it amazing how well you have adjusted to such a small space. I commend you & your family💕💕💕
Oh my god and here I was crying about moving into a 200 sq ft apartment by myself, you guys are rockstars 💙
Are yall still in this apartment?If so just a few suggestions.You could get one of those futon bunk beds.Double bed on bottom twin up top.And you can put both boys up top by putting a board in place of the twin mattress.You could use an old crib,but just for the sides.So neither of the boys fall.Use the crib as railing.Maybe put some sort of divider to seperate the boys sleeping area from each other.You could secure the the crib rails to each wall and together in the corner where the rails meet.Put the longest side on a hinge so you can put the boys to bed.And a barn style sliding door for your bathroom may work,at least the toilet area.Or a pocket door.
We're no longer there but these are all really great suggestions. This was a furnished rental so we wanted to use what they gave us instead of buying more items
Kenita, You did an excellent job with the space. Aaron is so adorable! Thank you for sharing. Blessing to you and your family.
Who had to review the video again just to c the baby?
He is beautiful, right.
So cute!
Man, in order to get ahead these days you have to sacrifice. This is an ingenious way to do it because the whole while they are saving money while adding equity. So smart!
I was so worried about what people would think I ended up being a burden on my family and ruining some relationships instead of putting my pride aside and standing on my own with my little one. I wish I was mature enough to learn from this video a year ago. I wish you all the best 💕
God has truly blessed and kept you and your family😀
I’m obsessed with the tiny home movement ... thanks for sharing
I admire what you have done with living in a smaller space....I wish my husband and I had thought of this when we were starting out years ago....saving money and putting your priorities in the areas that really benefit your family will grant you blessings and peace of mind in the long run.
Awesome awesome awesome!!!! Forget the Joneses! Soooo much more to life than stuff! Especially if you have a great family that knows how to make your own fun AND you are saving to build secure future and teaching children what to treasure. Thank you for taking the plunge and sharing your journey!!!😀
Awesome! Honestly, getting a hold of your finances is so important when you have a family and it's fantastic you are doing just that! Particularly while the kids are young and don't take up too much space ;) At this age, it's also an adventure for them! Believe me, in the future when their parents have great credit and have built a savings they will look up to you as role models. Plus, the place is super cute!
Aaron is adorable, get little dude a nice mini crib from Amazon (If you haven't yet) and he'll be good to go. It's admirable that you and your family are focusing on the important things, may God continue to give you guys wisdom to be continually be good stewards of your finances. Impressive! Thanks for sharing
thank you so much for your kind words!
@@KenitaRenee25 I support your tiny livin, please like subscribe and share on my channel, thank you!!!
I was thinking the mini crib also because that's what I did for my granddaughter when she was little eventhough we are in a bigger apartment. My daughter's room with all the furniture, the mini crib was a perfect size for some small space she had.
Great idea. Search on Craigslist, FB, etc. for used crib 1st.
Get a double size loft bed, with single bed underneath
I've seen triple bunk beds on Walmart website... That may work for the kids and them.
I would be going crazy. Four year olds need space to run and play! One room shouldn't cut it when you have a family
to each their own
It does when there’s a budget not everyone is wealthy enough to go big but still wants a family
4 year olds don’t know they will play and run w.e they can do with the space they have
As long as you all have a roof over your head , food and love, That is all that matters. IV never understood why some people need to take up so much space to live, with great big houses, I find smaller spaces so cosy
AMEN! LOL I realize they may need more space when they get older, but we never plan to go large , it seems excessive to us
Absolutely x
A lot of people feel the need to keep up with the Jones I guess. Ur amazing. And beautiful ur baby is beautiful as well
Just...WOW! I so admire how you've made your tiny apartment work! I only lived in what I would call a tiny apartment once in my life (not counting my dorm room in college) and that was right after I graduated. Looking back, that was one of my favorite places I've lived. Not sure of the square feet but I'd estimate less than 300 sq. ft. but it was just me living there.
Im glad to see Im not the only one in the world cramped in a tiny one bedroom apartment with two kids and one on the way.
My boyfriend and I live in a 325 sq ft studio with a saint bernard mix and another large rescue and it's nothing less of beautiful 💙💙🦋🦋 my mother lived in a small camper when I was younger and I guess it shaped my thinking.
God bless you! Your baby is just beautiful and so are you....I raised three children alone and ended up in a project that was not fun for me...I did a lot of praying, and now my kids are grown.I live in an elderly complex, and love the safety and privacy..I'm 76 and I have 11 grandchildren and 4 great-grand children...They come from the league of Nations...And everyone is precious...The most important thing is to hold on to LOVE!!! In the true sense of the word!!! I see it in you...Just keep on keeping on...Jesus works miracles!!! Sometimes, these times are the most humbling and beautiful...Your apartment is so sweet...Your hand is all over it!
I live in a tiny apt, about the same size of yours and love it. It has everything I need, easy to clean and dont have to worry about the stress of paying high rent. Your apt looks nice and cozy warm home. Your son is adorable. It is the love for each other that makes the home. Very nice apt. Happy Holidays.
thank you and happy holidays to you as well!!
Thank you for sharing this. I started my debt free journey last December and moved into a 900 something square foot not-so-nice apartment (two bedrooms). It has saved us so much money and I’ve paid off thousands so far. I’m thinking of downsizing further to a one bedroom. Seeing this has inspired me to keep pressing forward! Awesome organization! And your baby is sooooo adorable! Thanks again for your transparency. I hope your journey is going well!
Its amazing you even have space for a desk top. Very organized and very chic good looking. Good on you. If you didn't have kids you could live like this forever.
This is what working together looks like. Good for you and your family. ❤️
I’m really impressed on how you all make it work in a small space. Don’t you love the simplicity of life?
Thank you for posting this. This is the first family who is renting an actual tiny micro apartment. Not just a white family living in a van that travels or tiny house on land they inherited. This is so much more realistic!
My husband, daughter, and I are looking to move to downtown LA and we aren't able to afford a 2 bed. This really helps put it into perspective that it can be done. This is a great video, I commend you for your creativeness in how you organized everything! And also becoming debt free!
best wishes and i hope it all works out for you. rental laws will allow up to three people to a one bedroom in california so you shouldn't have any issues
We are a family of four on a debt free journey looking at studios. Thanks for the video.
The good thing about it is you're stayed focus on your basic needs which is all that matters and you're together as a family to work it out as you go alone in this process Good job.
The fact that you and your family appreciate your house and keep your house nice and neat shows how humble y’all are 💖
A bunk bed with double mattress on the bottom and single on top would work. A collapsible playpen for baby too :)
I tried small before, we lived in a 305-320 sqft. Apt. before, we liked it and had a full size living room, bedroom big enough for a reg. , bed and reg bathroom. We had a separate reg. sm. kitchen but we got attacked their and had to give it up. "It was cheap and reasonable too ; it wasn't bad but the people where so, we went on a little further, but sm. , ain't bad at all!" "You do what you got to do, to keep the family strong, yall!"👍🙋✌💨💨💨
Some people talking bad while me I’m really Impressed actually go guys make the best of what u got they fed washed have a roof they are good if u ask me
High Five. I use to live in a small place. Made it work for me and my family. Much more space now. But learned to appreciate more then just the stuff i have. And just be a close net family.
I’m a single mother with a 4 year old. I’m so happy I found this!! I was searching for a downsizing video to save money and buy a house type deal. I was trying to figure out how we were gonna survive in a 1 bed room apartment going from a 2 bedroom. Girl thanks for the boost!
You got this!!
God bless you young lady now this is real tiny house living. Your baby is soooo adorable!!!
thank you so much :-)
+Kenita Renee I am viewing to get ideas because I am retired and selling and down sizing because instead of paying for the maintenance of a house or service change on an large APPARTMENT the money will be best spent for medical bill and extras to enjoy a good retirement. .living close to amenities, shops, doctors in case you can no longer drive. ..then you can walk and meet people. .look into shops and don't buy..of course in an area with good hospitals. ....I enjoy your video. .because it helps me to think purposefully. ...I do watch tiny space living because they are so creative. .thank you for sharing. ..God bless you and family. ...well done. ..wish I had the sense at your age...but then in the world system without Christ. ..we want or feel that we work hard and deserve everything. .forgetting that sickness. ..old age means higher maintenance in order not to be depending on others. .because all your friends are also ageing could be sick or gone....and you need money to have a reasonable life. ..cheaper to take a taxi than to maintain a car....thanks again. .bless you. .your baby is so cute
Love it. We live small as well we have two boys and we moved further east in NY so we got more square footage and a yard . I truly admire you and your family. You are doing things the right way most Americans dont understand the concept of living beneath your means! Or making sacrifices to have more in the future. We were approved for mortgage and chose to live longer in our smaller apartment so we can better plan for our future and live more comfortably.
Wow! thats amazing, I pray your family sees much success and financial freedom
Thank you sis. You've given me so many ideas about what to do with my space. I have empty drawers in the kitchen and never thought to put my hair products there.
I just downsize from a house to 750 square feet co op.. moving in soon. The kids are grown; and I got tired of living for a high mortgage and all that cleaning. Smart young lady.... Adorable Baby.. !!!
First of all, the baby is absolutely adorable! And second, I really commend you on your ability to be so organized and to pull this tiny living together the way you have! I think its totally awesome...not sure I would be able to do this with 2 young children, but wow, you are for sure an inspiration to a lot of people who could benefit from doing this, saving a whole lot of money! And like some others have commented, I will no longer complain about my living space, which is gigantic for one person!
WHAT IF you got a bunk bed WITH a full size on the bottom and a twin up top for your four year old. !!!!
She doesnt live here anymore
Take it one step at a time, one day at a time. Great time to do that. When the kids gets older then you’ll be better able to afford more space. Long as you’re happy. You know what goal you’re trying to reach.
A beautiful baby and apartment. We grew up sharing space and we never know what might happen later in life.
We’re living small too in a one bedroom economy. 4 of us as well. We came out of the shelter in NYC. I’m used to small living being from the city. You’re space is so nice! You really don’t need a ton of space cause it’s too much stuff. I lost so much and got rid of even more. It’s very freeing.
Wow! You worked your living quarters out you have a BEAUTIFUL baby you and your family will have a bigger and more comfortable place soon I'm sure of that keep doing your thing girl
You are doing a great job and are very admirable. This is reality living unlike those with hugh homes, access to tons of money and unrelatable!!!
Kudos to you! I give you major props for being able to live in less than 200 sq. feet! Aaron is adorable! How about a pack-n-play for him to sleep in? You could fold it up in the daytime for more room. I hope you all get out of debt soon!
Good for you!!!! Proud of you! You have your priorities in order!!! Especially those bibles!!
Thats a really lovely apartment! A twin is only small if you, as an adult expect more space. Good job girl!
You guys are AMAZING, intelligent, resourceful, clutter-free (how is that even possible in this space with four people?! It says so much about who you are and the peaceful environment you've created for your family and each other). You're exceptional role models for your kids by learning how to and showing your kids how to tame the financial beast that can plague a family for generations. Also, this time in a child's life is precious (where many parents may not understand the critical significance of providing a peaceful and loving environment (no matter the size)...and the significance of QUALITY time spent as a family and the positive impact it will have on them for the rest of their lives. Your kids are fortunate to have parents more interested in clearing out debt to provide better futures for all of you, than to have parents who are just trying to "keep up with the Joneses". It shows your confidence, your trust in yourselves and your ability to have a little bit less now in order to reap the greater benefits a bit later. BRAVA & BRAVO to you and your family. + your baby is one of the cutest around!
wow! thank you so much for your sweet words!
For what its worth I'm very impressed. My family and I down sized as well (although not to your degree of aggressive commitment) in order to pay off debt. Now, after paying off debt, we all look back on that small apartment with fond memories. I promise you will meet the day where you wish you could be back in that small apartment with your young family for at least one more time.
2 adults in a twin size bed is why you have a 4-month-old. lol You have made a cozy home!! Thanks for sharing. :)
LOL
I like tiny spaces and it is true you must save money so you can grow or make money. For me i found that when living in a small space, it helped to keep things extremely organized, clutter free and minimal. And plants make the space feel more home like. Murphy beds and trundel beds are great space savers...sometimes you can find them for free or you can do a trade... Your baby is adorable.
Your baby boy is so cute.
thank you!!
I admire y’all. I currently have a family of three, soon to be four. I wish I had the guts to downsize. We could save so much money plus appreciate the important things in life. My hubby and I have been talking about it a lot. There is a freedom that comes up with downsizing too. But you and your fam actually did it. And you make it look easy!
You guys can do it. You don't have to go this small at all. Whatever works for you guys
Good job.Doing whatever you need to do to get out of debt, years from now you will be in a good place.
I checked your more recent uploads to see that you have moved on, congrats! I live in a 220-sq-ft microflat in downtown L.A. I'm saving up to adopt an embryo so I can be a midlife mum. Some of my people are outraged that I would dare to raise a child here. But it's comfortable and well kept.
When this building first opened ten years ago, several families with babies and small children were welcomed as tenants. The kids were always happy. I miss their smiling faces, they all moved out ages ago. Now the management 'just so happens' never to move in new tenants with kids, which is blatantly illegal.
Follow your instincts and do whats best for you!
We live in 250 square feet its so much fun your apt is very nice did you ever think of a hydrolic bed it goes up to the ceiling during the day and it comes down at night or building a loft with a ladder and the kids can have a bed and there space underneath there's so much you can do
If you look on pintrest they make bunk beds for traveling kids size...get one for the boys and break up the next morning it's really easy just expensive but worth it.it turns into a couch etc
I shared a small 1BR apt with my daughter for years. She got the BR and I got the living room. Paying less in rent helped us to be able to do other things! You make do however you need and choose to.
I think it’s a great use of their space, very organized! I personally couldn’t handle no door to the bathroom, lol!
I've seen several of these videos of families living in tiny spaces. It makes me think of the immigrants who crowded into small tenements. It's sad to me that housing costs in the NY area are so hideously high that families have to live that way. It's many many years ago but we lived in an apartment in the city that had 8 rooms and was $150 a month. We seem to always take steps backwards. I'm off my soapbox now to say that I give Miss Kenita so much credit for the loving way she has made a well organized cute little home for her family.
She got emotional when she said 4 months old. Lovely lady
So both kids are there where do u put them when its time for intimacy????
You did a great job organizing everything and making good use of the space.
Wow! You are braver and better organized than I am. Somehow, you are making this work! I hope soon you can move up to a slightly bigger tiny space. And your baby is the cutest!
thank you! were in a two bedroom now and there are three little ones :-)
Every time I move, I downsize. It’s liberating to not own a houseful of junk. 175sq ft looks like my final destination 😊
Brilliant...what a good feeling 'to do the right thing for the right reasons' and wonderful to see. Thanks for sharing
Btw thank you. For this video. Future single parent with 90sqft. You make it look easy.
Whoa, I've stayed in hotels bigger than that... I cant imagine living there but it seems like it works. I commend u all... Save that money! You'll be debt free in no time. Inshalla
Great job. Homey home.The happiest time in my life was my baby and I in a tiny apartment. Smart lady!
I love this. You’ve really done a great job being creative and keeping it simple
Im watching these tours cause my apartment is crazy small and i need inspiration, i gotta say this is very inspiring