Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast

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  48. 3 Questions to Test Any Birth Practice: Biblical Discernment of Birth Practices, Ep. 1 21.07.2026 25min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode I'm kicking off a brand new series called Biblical Discernment of Birth Practices, a conversation the Lord has been stirring in my heart for a long time. Over the next several months, we'll be walking through some of the most common practices in the birth world (things like yoga, hypnobirth, acupuncture, homeopathy, placenta encapsulation, the Enneagram, and more) and holding each one up to the light of Scripture. Whether you're pregnant and wondering which pr...
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  47. When “Christian” Birth Advice Isn’t Biblical: Spotting False Teaching in Pregnancy and Birth with Dannette McGrew 07.07.2026 46min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I’m sitting down with Dannette McGrew — certified doula, childbirth educator, and passionate apologist — for a conversation that is so needed in the Christian birth world right now. Dannette has been doing the deep work of examining the worldviews that have quietly crept into birth spaces, even among people calling themselves Christian birth professionals. And what she’s found might surprise you. This is not a conversation about outright occultism. It’s abou...
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  46. (Part Two) What 25 Days in the NICU Taught Us About Faith, Control & God's Provision 23.06.2026 44min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode I'm continuing Isaac's birth story — and this time, my husband Brian is joining me to share what those 25 days in the NICU were really like from both of our perspectives. From the moment Isaac was taken away minutes after birth, to the feeding battles, the emotional exhaustion of leaving him each day, and finally bringing him home — this is the full story of what God did in and through one of the hardest seasons of our lives. Having a premature baby at 33 week...
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  45. (Part One) My Preterm Birth Story, a Hidden Abruption, and The Lord's Perfect Provision 09.06.2026 35min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode I'm sharing the full story of my third birth — Isaac's unexpected preterm birth at 33 weeks — and how a weekend away with my mom and sisters turned into one of the most sacred, surprising, and faith-stretching days of my life. This birth was nothing like my first two. After two straightforward, uncomplicated labors, I found myself being admitted to the hospital in preterm labor with no risk factors, no warning, and a birth plan that went completely out the win...
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  44. Is Childbirth Pain a Punishment from God? A Biblical Deep Dive into Genesis 26.05.2026 16min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm diving deep into one of the most misunderstood passages in all of Scripture — Genesis 3 — and tackling a question that so many Christian mamas have carried in secret: is childbirth pain actually God's punishment for Eve's sin? This is a topic I've been wanting to bring to this podcast for a long time, because the way we answer it shapes everything — how we feel about our bodies, how we prepare for birth, and how we understand God's heart toward us as moth...
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  43. 10 Pounds, No Tearing & Unmedicated: A Pelvic Floor Therapist's Surprising Birth Story 12.05.2026 49min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm sitting down with returning guest Dr. Victoria Adeeb—a pelvic floor therapist who just delivered a 10-pound baby unmedicated with no tearing—to hear the full story of how she prepared physically, emotionally, and spiritually for what she calls her "dream birth." But here's what makes Victoria's story so powerful: even with all her professional knowledge and preparation, her journey required deep surrender, spiritual wrestling with waiting on God's timing,...
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  42. Why Do Some Women Feel Little Pain in Labor—and Others Feel a Lot? 28.04.2026 16min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm exploring one of the most misunderstood aspects of birth: why some women experience very little pain in labor while others experience a lot—and why neither experience says anything about your strength, your preparation, or your faith. As a doula, I've witnessed labor pain exist on an incredibly wide spectrum. I've supported mamas who describe contractions as intense but manageable, women who feel completely overwhelmed by early labor, and others who are g...
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  41. Breaking Through Fear After Cesarean: How Preparation & Surrender Led to Veronica's Healing Home Birth 14.04.2026 48min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Veronica shares the powerful story of her redemptive home birth after cesarean—and how prayer warriors, faithful preparation, and ultimate surrender to God's plan transformed her birth experience from trauma to triumph. After a 33-hour labor ending in an emergency c-section with her first, Veronica found herself pregnant again while still healing—physically and emotionally. Despite dealing with severe allergies, exhaustion from caring for a toddler, and the w...
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  40. The 4 Emotional Stages of Labor & Why Your Support Team Needs to Know Them 31.03.2026 18min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm walking you through the emotional stages of labor—not just what happens physically, but the powerful emotional signposts that help you and your birth team know exactly where you are in the process and how to respond with confidence instead of fear. This framework, inspired by Penny Simkin's incredible work, has transformed how I support families as a doula and childbirth educator. Understanding these emotional patterns can bring so much peace and clarity ...
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  39. Your Baby's Position Matters: When to Check, Ways to Help Baby Turn, & Surrendering the Outcome to God 17.03.2026 30min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode I'm joined by Dr. Marrow, a board-certified OBGYN and VBAC mom from Full Circle Women's Care, to discuss a topic that can feel overwhelming for many moms: what to do when your baby is breech, transverse, or in another challenging position for birth. Together we explore the timeline of when baby's position truly matters (hint: not at your 20-week scan!), natural techniques to encourage optimal positioning, and what actually happens during an ECV—the medical pro...
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  38. Stop Consuming Endless Content, Start Building Confidence: The Truth About Birth Preparation 03.03.2026 16min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode I'm addressing something I see over and over again with expecting parents—the difference between consuming birth content and actually being prepared for birth. While we have more birth information available than ever before through podcasts, social media, and online resources, so many parents still approach birth feeling anxious and unprepared. This conversation has been on my heart because I see thoughtful, intentional parents doing their best to prepare by l...
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  37. God is in Control: A First-Time Mom's Journey from Anxious Planning to Peaceful Surrender 17.02.2026 47min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I welcome Lindsay Carter who shares her powerful first birth story—one that took unexpected turns and ultimately deepened her faith in ways she never imagined. From meticulous planning for an unmedicated birth to facing an infection, needing an epidural, and those heart-stopping moments when baby Kate wasn't breathing, Lindsay's journey beautifully illustrates what it means to surrender control to God. Lindsay came to this pregnancy armed with research, deter...
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  36. The Work of Rest: Preparing for Biblical Sabbath in Pregnancy & Postpartum 03.02.2026 17min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm sharing something that might sound contradictory at first—but it's become one of the most freeing truths I've learned: it takes work to rest. Using John Mark Comer's simple Sabbath framework from The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, I'm walking you through how to prepare for biblical rest in the midst of pregnancy, motherhood, and postpartum—even when it feels impossible. This conversation has been stirring in my heart for months as I've navigated my own pr...
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  35. Why Her "Failed" VBACs Were Actually God's Perfect Plan: A Story of Unexpected Grace 20.01.2026 45min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm chatting with Kayla, a mama of two under two, who shares how God used her two unplanned cesareans to deepen her trust in Him as a good Father—transforming what could have been crushing disappointment into a powerful testimony of His faithfulness. Kayla's story is proof that when we trust ourselves less and trust the Lord more, He can work through any circumstance for His glory. After planning for a home birth with her first baby and ending up with 36+ hou...
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  34. Safe Natural Cold Remedies for Pregnant & Nursing Mamas (That Actually Work!) 06.01.2026 16min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode I'm sharing my go-to natural remedies for healing from colds and flu during pregnancy and breastfeeding—practical solutions that have helped me and countless clients navigate sickness without relying on medication. This cold and flu season has been particularly challenging for so many mamas in my community. When you're already pouring everything into growing or nursing a baby, getting sick can feel overwhelming—especially when you're unsure what's safe to take...
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  BONUS: Count It All Joy - Finding God's Goodness Through Trials & Joy In 2025 30.12.2025 7min

  Send us Fan Mail In this BONUS episode, I'm sharing a heartfelt year-end reflection as we close out 2025—a year that tested my faith through trials I never saw coming, yet revealed God's faithfulness in ways I couldn't have imagined. This has been a year of unexpected challenges and profound growth. Just days after launching this podcast in April, I faced a serious mental health crisis with someone close to me, then a few months later found out I was pregnant with my third baby and experience...
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  33. God's Glory in the Unexpected: What Mary's Messy Birth Teaches Us 23.12.2025 18min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm exploring the Christmas story through the lens of Mary's birth experience—and what it teaches us about finding God's glory when our own births don't go according to plan. This message came to me unexpectedly during a church service, when I suddenly saw Mary's story not just as a familiar Christmas narrative, but as a birth story. A messy, uncomfortable, nothing-like-she-planned birth story where God was glorified in every single moment. Whether you're cre...
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  32. Eczema, Colic & Food Allergies: How Your Pregnancy Gut Health Shapes Baby's Future 16.12.2025 39min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode I'm sitting down with Jessica Ramdhany Thomas, a functional pediatric practitioner and mom of two, to uncover the surprising connection between your gut health during pregnancy and your baby's future health. We're diving deep into how the microbiome you cultivate now can impact whether your little one develops eczema, colic, food allergies—and even affect generations to come. Jessica shares her personal journey from teacher burnout to fertility breakthrough, t...
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  31. Third Trimester Checklist: 10 Faith-Filled Steps for a Peaceful Birth 09.12.2025 25min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode I'm walking you through your third trimester checklist—10 faith-filled steps to help you prepare practically and spiritually for your upcoming birth. Whether you're feeling the weight of that watermelon belly, googling at 2 AM, or wondering if you'll ever feel truly ready, this episode is designed to bring you peace and clarity. The third trimester can feel overwhelming with its mix of excitement, anticipation, and a never-ending to-do list. But here's what I ...
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  30. Back Labor, Big Baby, and Believing A Good God: Caroline's Birth Stories 02.12.2025 37min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm joined by Caroline, a nurse who brings a unique perspective from caring for critically ill postpartum patients to experiencing her own two drastically different births. She openly shares how back labor, a 9-pound baby, and nearly 5 hours of pushing challenged everything she thought she knew about birth—and how God remained faithful through it all. Caroline's journey took unexpected turns: from foster parenting to biological motherhood, from an epidural bi...