Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm sitting down with my dear friend Gracie Clowe—a mama who prepared her heart, mind, and body for an unmedicated birth, only to find herself on an operating table for an unplanned C-section. But that's just the beginning of her story. Gracie's journey is one of confusion, surrender, heartbreak, and ultimately, miraculous revelation. After feeling...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm breaking down something every pregnant mama needs to know: you always have a choice when it comes to your birth care, no matter where you're planning to deliver. We're diving deep into informed consent and informed refusal—your fundamental rights that don't disappear just because you walk into a hospital or birth center. Too often, I see bi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I'm sitting down with Laura Lindahl—certified pre and postnatal coach, exercise physiologist, and Christian body image coach—to talk about something so many moms wrestle with: the pressure to "bounce back" after baby and how to approach postpartum health from a place of grace, not guilt. Laura's story will resonate with so many of us. She went f...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm sharing everything you need to know about breastfeeding before your baby arrives—because preparing for this beautiful journey is just as important as preparing for birth itself. Too many mamas focus all their energy on delivery day but don't think about the feeding relationship that follows, and I don't want that to be you. Whether you're p...

Send us Fan Mail In this vulnerable bonus episode, I'm sharing the hardest month of my third pregnancy—battling severe anxiety and depression while navigating morning sickness, parenting struggles, and feeling completely overwhelmed as a mom of two expecting her third baby. This isn't the polished, faith-filled message I usually share. This is me in the trenches, feeling like I'm fa...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm sharing the incredible birth journey of my very first doula client, Nicki—a foster mom of five whose three births taught her (and me!) powerful lessons about overcoming fear, trusting God's timing, and finding peace through trauma. Nicki's story begins with a terrifying first birth that left her with a fourth-degree tear, massive blood loss, and...

Send us Fan Mail While I take a short rest during my first trimester, I’m bringing back one of the most meaningful episodes of the podcast. This conversation has resonated deeply with so many mamas, reminding us that birth and motherhood are not just physical experiences, but also powerful reflections of the gospel. If you’re longing for encouragement, or you want to see your motherhood journey th...

Send us Fan Mail While I’m taking a short season of rest during my first trimester, I’m bringing back one of the most impactful and listened-to conversations we’ve had on the podcast. If you’ve ever wrestled with fear that your birth or postpartum might not go the way you hoped, or if you’ve struggled in the weeks after bringing your baby home, this replay will meet you with truth, honesty, and en...

Send us Fan Mail While I’m taking a short rest during my first trimester, I wanted to bring back one of the most-loved episodes of the podcast. This conversation has helped so many mamas release fear, embrace God’s design, and feel more confident heading into birth. Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or revisiting it again, I pray it blesses and encourages you today.  In this episode of...

Send us Fan Mail In this special bonus episode, I'm sharing some big news with you— we're expecting our third baby! This surprise pregnancy has been both a tremendous blessing and a journey that's teaching me so much about rest, surrender, and where my true worth comes from. This announcement comes during a challenging first trimester filled with nausea, exhaustion, and the physical...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm walking you through everything you need to know for a confident, faith-filled first trimester—from the moment you see that positive test to building the foundation for your entire pregnancy journey. Whether you're holding a pregnancy test with shaking hands, feeling overwhelmed by all the decisions ahead, or wanting to honor God through this long awa...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm sitting down with Dr. Victoria Adeeb, a pelvic floor therapist and founder of Better Body Rehab in Jacksonville Beach, to talk about something every mom needs to hear—that caring for your body isn't selfish, it's sacred kingdom work. Victoria specializes in women's health and has such a heart for helping mamas feel confident in their bodies...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm walking you through one of the most important decisions you'll make during pregnancy—choosing your birth setting. Whether you're considering a hospital birth, birth center, or home birth, each option comes with different levels of support, intervention, comfort, and control, and there's no "right" answer—just the one that's r...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I'm joined by Katie Prizzia, a faith-filled mama of three, as she shares her incredible testimony of three completely different birth experiences—and how each one revealed God's faithfulness in unexpected ways. Katie's journey took her from an overwhelming premature birth with her first baby, to a faster but still medicated delivery with her second,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast, I'm walking you through everything you actually need to pack for your hospital stay—not too much, not too little, but just right for your comfort and your baby's first precious days. If you're staring at your hospital bag wondering if you're doing this whole thing right, you'r...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast, I'm joined by Jamie Ortiz, a pediatric sleep coach, military spouse, and mama of two who shares her powerful journey through pregnancy loss, high-risk births, and finding God's faithfulness in the midst of heartbreak. Jamie's motherhood story began with devastating loss—giving birth pre...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast, I’m walking you through one of the most common questions expectant mamas ask: “Am I in labor?” Whether you’re experiencing your first round of practice contractions or wondering if this is finally the real deal, this episode will help you discern the signs with confidence and peace. As you approach yo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast, I'm sitting down with Emily Whalen ( @nurtured_little_nest )—a sweet mama, content creator, and someone I had the honor of serving as her doula. Emily's story is one of transformation: from mental health struggles and medication concerns to discovering the power of mindset in birth, and ulti...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I'm sharing how the profound experience of birth and motherhood reveals beautiful gospel truths that will transform how you see God's love for you. From the moment you discover you're pregnant to the intense moments of labor and the sweet surrender of holding your newborn, every stage of this journey offers glimpses into God's heart and His sacr...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I'm joined by my friend Crystal Doiron, a licensed clinical social worker and mama, as she courageously shares her story of postpartum depression and anxiety—and the hope she found on the other side. Crystal's journey began with detailed plans, a "birth binder" (not just a birth plan!), and the determination to do everything "right." B...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast, I'm sharing a practical but powerful tool for your birth journey—creating effective birth preferences that serve as a communication tool for your entire birth team. Rather than focusing on controlling every aspect of birth, this approach creates clarity and unity while honoring God's ultimat...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast , I’m joined by my very first guest—Sarah Salain, a registered nurse, Christian holistic health coach, and new mama—who shares her powerful story of waiting, surrender, and God’s faithfulness. After years of hormonal challenges and praying for a baby, Sarah found herself walking through a long and pain...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast , we’re talking all about natural ways to help your body prepare for labor —without fear, overwhelm, or pressure to do “all the things.” Whether you’re weeks away from meeting your baby or just starting to plan for birth, understanding cervical ripening can empower you to partner with your body, honor...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast, I’m sharing the full story of my second birth—Daniel’s peaceful home birth—and how it stretched my faith, challenged my need for control, and ultimately led me to experience more joy and surrender than I thought possible. This pregnancy and birth journey was different from my first. After delivering m...

Send us Fan Mail In this very first episode of Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast , I’m taking you behind the scenes of one of the most transformative days of my life—the birth of my daughter, Ellie. From navigating unexpected complications early in pregnancy to giving birth unmedicated in a hospital setting, this episode is full of the real, raw, faith-filled moments tha...