Little Life on the Prairie

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  • 2018
  • 1 Season
  • 8.5  (17)

Launched in 2018, Little Life on the Prairie is a touching, endearing, and heartfelt reality television series from TLC (The Learning Channel), that captures the unique lives of the Webnar family. A narrative about overcoming challenges, self-growth, and celebrating the moments of daily life, Little Life on the Prairie provides nuanced insight into the resilient and inspiring life of the Webnars.

The show features Nathaniel, Lauren, and their young daughter Juniper Webnar, who collectively make a delightful trio brimming with courage, optimism, and a determined spirit. The Webnar family hailed from the noisy, bustling environment of California and relocated to the serene, rustic, and tranquil landscapes of Arizona for a life filled with simplicity and peace. This complete transformation of their environment and lifestyle serves as the primary narrative of the show.

Nathaniel and Lauren, identified as 'little people', share a rare form of dwarfism, and their unique height differentiates them physically, but certainly not in spirit, from their surroundings. Their daughter Juniper equally mirrors their genetic trait, and together, they turn regular days into insightful experiences of strength, joy, and love.

Little Life on the Prairie, therefore, extends far beyond being just a show about 'little people'. It ventures into a broader narrative about life, struggle, acceptance, and growth. It echoes the tale of a family unfazed by their medical condition, dwarfism, and their constant strive to lead a life synonymous with everyone else's.

The Webnars took the bold step of leaving behind their city life in California, steeped in convenience, for a more rural, simplistic, and homestead lifestyle in Arizona. They longed to teach their little girl about the virtues of an intimate connection with land, nature, and simplicity, far from city life's cacophonies. Their transition from city life to a serene homestead setup, adjusting to the physical demands of farming, honing their skills, and adapting to the change, forms an essential part of the series.

The viewers accompany Nathaniel, Lauren, and Juniper in their many firsts on the farmland – setting up the homestead, learning to thrive on less, managing livestock, and even starting their farm fresh egg business. It's also about making a house a home. Between renovations and improvements to their recently purchased 1914 Craftsman style house, viewers see the evolution of a loving family home.

Moreover, witnessing the Webnars handling their daughter Juniper's medical needs together as a family brings an emotional depth to the series. The family's journey of exploring options for expanding their family, instilled with the spirit of hope, forms an essential storyline. Each episode reveals another layer of their personal journey, including trials with IVF and the struggles of finding a surrogate, highlighting their struggles with poise and grace.

Little Life on the Prairie has successfully juxtaposed raw, personal challenges alongside life's gentle joys that form the fabric of the Webnars' extraordinary journey. Throughout the series, viewers are inspired by their spirit of resilience, their unfaltering love for each other, and their brave determination to overcome every hurdle life throws at them. The title is a play on the famous Laura Ingalls Wilder series Little House on the Prairie, but it's also a clue to the thematic elements of the show, as it highlights family, love, and survival.

Viewers also appreciate the series for its unscripted honesty and emotional realism. It does not over-romanticize the life of little people nor dramatizes their experiences for top-notch television appeal. Instead, it strives to present an unedited, undiluted picture of their life, challenges, victories, and progression.

In essence, Little Life on the Prairie is a heartland saga of a family of little people stubbornly defying limitations to build the life they envision amongst the beautiful landscapes of Arizona. The series encourages viewers to adopt a richer perspective of the diverse tapestry of the human experience. The Webnars are a testament to the indefatigable human spirit and love's power to overcome whatever life brings. By showcasing the sheer resilience and indomitable strength that form the first principles of the Webnars' existence, Little Life on the Prairie results in an enriching, inspiring, and powerful viewing experience. Consequently, the show ensures that the 'little' in their lives does not equate to unremarkable, but instead, spells a life splendidly 'larger-than-life'.

Little Life on the Prairie is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (6 episodes). The series first aired on August 20, 2018.

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Seasons
Second Time's the Charm?
6. Second Time's the Charm?
September 24, 2018
Lauren & Nate embark on a second round of IVF and await their pregnancy test results. After learning they must move their farm from Kathy's land, the Webnars question their future and explore their options in Chino Valley.
Pregnancy Test Results
5. Pregnancy Test Results
September 17, 2018
After Lauren undergoes the embryo transfer procedure, she and Nate must wait the longest 8 days of their lives to find out if she is pregnant. Lauren's mother visits, and Nate is anxious to gain her approval for uprooting his family to start the farm.
A Flip of a Coin
4. A Flip of a Coin
September 10, 2018
When Lauren & Nate receive very exciting news about their embryos, the couple let fate determine which one to implant. The family discovers both their goats are pregnant...it's a baby boom on the Webnar farm! Lauren & Nate celebrate 10 years of marriage.
Small Town Christmas Blessings
3. Small Town Christmas Blessings
September 3, 2018
It's Christmastime and the only gift Lauren & Nate want is to have many viable embryos. Nate hopes the charm of a small town Christmas will help Lauren embrace their country life. Adventure ensues when the family look for a tree to cut down in the desert.
All Our Eggs in One Basket
2. All Our Eggs in One Basket
August 27, 2018
Nate and Lauren continue their IVF journey. Lauren starts hormone injections to prepare for egg retrieval surgery. Nate worries when the procedure takes longer than expected. Lauren signs Juniper up for ballet class, but fears her baby will be bullied.
Growing a Farm and Growing a Family
1. Growing a Farm and Growing a Family
August 20, 2018
Lauren, Nate & daughter Juniper are a loving family of little people with big dreams of ditching city life to start a farm in the country. And after two past pregnancies ended in heartbreak, Nate & Lauren begin an emotional journey to expand their family.
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Where to Watch Little Life on the Prairie
Little Life on the Prairie is available for streaming on the TLC website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Little Life on the Prairie on demand at Amazon, Vudu, Google Play and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    August 20, 2018
  • IMDB Rating
    8.5  (17)