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Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast
13. Discerning the Right Birth Setting For You: Hospital, Birth Center, or Home?
Send us a textIn 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 right for you and your baby.I'll be honest—when I was pregnant with my first, I didn't even realize I had options beyond my OB-GYN's office. But as I started researching and praying about what kind of birth...
2025-07-22
32 min
Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast
12. When Others Say “You Don't Get a Medal for Natural Birth” But God Says “Present Your Body as a Living Sacrifice”
Send us a textIn 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, and finally to the unmedicated birth she felt called to pursue with her third. But this wasn't just about achieving a "natural birth"—it was about learning to surrender her body, her fears, and...
2025-07-15
50 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
140 | Conceiving After Miscarriage: How to Know It's Time
Hey sister—this one’s tender. In today’s episode, I’m sharing what I wish someone had gently told me after we walked through our own three heartbreaking losses. I get raw about our 15-week miscarriage, two chemical pregnancies, and what shifted in our healing process before trying again. We’re talking about the big question: how do you know when it’s time to try again after miscarriage? In this episode, I walk you through: The 6 questions to pray through before trying again Why charting gave me peace and pa...
2025-07-10
16 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
140 | Conceiving After Miscarriage: How to Know It's Time
Hey sister—this one’s tender. In today’s episode, I’m sharing what I wish someone had gently told me after we walked through our own three heartbreaking losses. I get raw about our 15-week miscarriage, two chemical pregnancies, and what shifted in our healing process before trying again. We’re talking about the big question: how do you know when it’s time to try again after miscarriage? In this episode, I walk you through: The 6 questions to pray through before trying again Why charting gave me peace and pa...
2025-07-10
16 min
Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast
11. Pack with Peace: Hospital Bag Packing List Essentials
Send us a textIn 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're in exactly the right place. This isn't just another generic packing list—it's about preparing your heart and your bag so you can approach birth with confidence instead of anxiety.Wh...
2025-07-08
25 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
🎙️ Fertility 101 for Christian Women: Bonus Episode & Secret Sale!
🎙️ Fertility 101 for Christian Women: Bonus Episode & Secret Sale! Hey sister! I’ve got a fun little surprise for you in this bonus episode. If you’ve been watching Fertility Framework from the sidelines and wondering if it’s for you… this is your nudge. 😉 This week only, I’m offering a secret sale on Fertility Framework—packed with juicy bonuses and special pricing that I can’t share publicly. If you’re walking through miscarriage, unexplained infertility, or just feel completely confused about your body and what’s going on… you’re not alone. And you don’t have to stay stuck. Ins...
2025-07-07
03 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
🎙️ Fertility 101 for Christian Women: Bonus Episode & Secret Sale!
🎙️ Fertility 101 for Christian Women: Bonus Episode & Secret Sale! Hey sister! I’ve got a fun little surprise for you in this bonus episode. If you’ve been watching Fertility Framework from the sidelines and wondering if it’s for you… this is your nudge. 😉 This week only, I’m offering a secret sale on Fertility Framework—packed with juicy bonuses and special pricing that I can’t share publicly. If you’re walking through miscarriage, unexplained infertility, or just feel completely confused about your body and what’s going on… you’re not alone. And you don’t have to stay stuck. Ins...
2025-07-07
03 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
139 | Why You're Not Ovulating & How To Fix It
Hey sister, If you’ve been wondering whether you’re even ovulating—or why your cycles feel so off—this episode is for you. Today, we’re diving deep into some possible reasons ovulation might not be happening (also called anovulation) and, most importantly, what you can actually do to support your body and bring restoration. From past birth control use and medication overload, to how your mom’s stress during pregnancy may have impacted your own reproductive health—yep, we go there. We also talk about lifestyle, charting (even when cycles are irregular), and the one th...
2025-07-03
27 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
139 | Why You're Not Ovulating & How To Fix It
Hey sister, If you’ve been wondering whether you’re even ovulating—or why your cycles feel so off—this episode is for you. Today, we’re diving deep into some possible reasons ovulation might not be happening (also called anovulation) and, most importantly, what you can actually do to support your body and bring restoration. From past birth control use and medication overload, to how your mom’s stress during pregnancy may have impacted your own reproductive health—yep, we go there. We also talk about lifestyle, charting (even when cycles are irregular), and the one th...
2025-07-03
27 min
Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast
10. When God's Plan Doesn't Match Yours: Trusting Through Pregnancy Loss and Sleep Struggles
Send us a textIn 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 prematurely to her baby at 22 weeks while her husband was deployed overseas. But even in that unimaginable grief, God was preparing her heart with Scripture and dreams, showing her His character before the storm hit. Her su...
2025-07-01
29 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
138 | TTC + History of Birth Control or IUD?
Hey sister, I’ve been wanting to record this episode for a long time. Today, I’m talking about a topic that is incredibly personal—and one that many women have never heard fully explained: birth control and its impact on your fertility. I share my own story of being on the pill and navigating confusing church counsel, and I unpack what’s actually happening in your body on birth control—including the copper IUD. We also go deep spiritually today. I walk through Genesis 38 and the story of Tamar—and how God’s justice and heart for...
2025-06-26
29 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
138 | TTC + History of Birth Control or IUD?
Hey sister, I’ve been wanting to record this episode for a long time. Today, I’m talking about a topic that is incredibly personal—and one that many women have never heard fully explained: birth control and its impact on your fertility. I share my own story of being on the pill and navigating confusing church counsel, and I unpack what’s actually happening in your body on birth control—including the copper IUD. We also go deep spiritually today. I walk through Genesis 38 and the story of Tamar—and how God’s justice and heart for...
2025-06-26
29 min
Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast
9. Am I in Labor? Discerning the Signs
Send us a textIn 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 your due date, it’s natural to analyze every sensation and wonder if labor is beginning. But those Braxton Hicks contractions can be so convincing! After experiencing this uncer...
2025-06-24
23 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
137 | 3 Tips to Naturally Support Hormones for Conception
Hey sister, Today’s episode is full of heart and truth. I’m sharing the top 3 ways to naturally support your hormones for conception—but not just with tips and science… with faith, personal story, and practical action. Episode Highlights: My journey through three miscarriages, and the night everything changed over a dinner conversation with friends What I discovered about how food truly impacts fertility (and the way God originally designed it!) Why charting your cycle is non-negotiable—especially if you're trying to figure out what your hormones are really doing And most importantly, why we mus...
2025-06-19
19 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
137 | 3 Tips to Naturally Support Hormones for Conception
Hey sister, Today’s episode is full of heart and truth. I’m sharing the top 3 ways to naturally support your hormones for conception—but not just with tips and science… with faith, personal story, and practical action. Episode Highlights: My journey through three miscarriages, and the night everything changed over a dinner conversation with friends What I discovered about how food truly impacts fertility (and the way God originally designed it!) Why charting your cycle is non-negotiable—especially if you're trying to figure out what your hormones are really doing And most importantly, why we mus...
2025-06-19
19 min
Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast
8. Why She Changed Her Mind About Epidurals: Emily Whalen's Story
Send us a textIn 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 ultimately experiencing an unmedicated delivery that deepened her understanding of God's love.This isn't just a birth story—it's a testimony of how God uses motherhood to sanctify us, stretch our faith, and...
2025-06-17
45 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
136 | What is a Midwife? Preparing for Pregnancy Part 2
Hey sisters! This week you get a bonus episode — and trust me, it’s a good one. On Monday, we talked all about what a doula is (and why that matters even before you get pregnant). Today, we’re diving into the next big question: What is a midwife? And how does a midwife compare to an OB? If you’re like me, maybe you didn’t even know midwives existed outside of “old-fashioned” stories — until God opened my eyes. After experiencing OB care through my miscarriages and even into my third trimester with my rainbow baby, I finally learned there wa...
2025-06-12
25 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
136 | What is a Midwife? Preparing for Pregnancy Part 2
Hey sisters! This week you get a bonus episode — and trust me, it’s a good one. On Monday, we talked all about what a doula is (and why that matters even before you get pregnant). Today, we’re diving into the next big question: What is a midwife? And how does a midwife compare to an OB? If you’re like me, maybe you didn’t even know midwives existed outside of “old-fashioned” stories — until God opened my eyes. After experiencing OB care through my miscarriages and even into my third trimester with my rainbow baby, I finally learned there wa...
2025-06-12
25 min
Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast
7. How Birth & Motherhood Reflects the Gospel
Send us a textIn 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 sacrificial love. If you've ever wondered how your experience as a mother connects to your faith, or if you're looking for deeper meaning in the b...
2025-06-10
20 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
135 | What is a Doula? Preparing for Pregnancy Part 1
Hey sisters! Today’s episode is one I know so many of you need. Over the past few months, several women inside Fertility Framework have gotten pregnant (praise God!), and one of the first questions I always hear is: “Should I get a midwife or a doula?” Or sometimes it’s, “Can I have both?” or “Do I need one if I already have an OB?” I remember being in that same boat—clueless about what a midwife even was—until I walked through miscarriage, healing, and finally pregnancy with our rainbow baby. That’s when everything shifted for me. I star...
2025-06-09
27 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
135 | What is a Doula? Preparing for Pregnancy Part 1
Hey sisters! Today’s episode is one I know so many of you need. Over the past few months, several women inside Fertility Framework have gotten pregnant (praise God!), and one of the first questions I always hear is: “Should I get a midwife or a doula?” Or sometimes it’s, “Can I have both?” or “Do I need one if I already have an OB?” I remember being in that same boat—clueless about what a midwife even was—until I walked through miscarriage, healing, and finally pregnancy with our rainbow baby. That’s when everything shifted for me. I star...
2025-06-09
27 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
134 | From Miscarriage to Motherhood: Naya’s Story of Surrender, Struggle, and the God Who Delivers
Hey sisters! Today I’m welcoming back the sweet, radiant Naya—who you may remember from Episode 37. If not, let me catch you up: she shared her story of walking through miscarriage, finding healing, and getting pregnant again. It was powerful then... and this update is even more incredible! When we last spoke, Naya was 13 weeks pregnant and filled with hope. Now? Her rainbow baby is 10 months old, and she’s walking us through everything that’s happened since—from a surrendered pregnancy to a long and intense labor, to a really raw, faith-filled postpartum season that didn’t go...
2025-06-05
47 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
134 | From Miscarriage to Motherhood: Naya’s Story of Surrender, Struggle, and the God Who Delivers
Hey sisters! Today I’m welcoming back the sweet, radiant Naya—who you may remember from Episode 37. If not, let me catch you up: she shared her story of walking through miscarriage, finding healing, and getting pregnant again. It was powerful then... and this update is even more incredible! When we last spoke, Naya was 13 weeks pregnant and filled with hope. Now? Her rainbow baby is 10 months old, and she’s walking us through everything that’s happened since—from a surrendered pregnancy to a long and intense labor, to a really raw, faith-filled postpartum season that didn’t go...
2025-06-05
47 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
133 | Trusting God Through Fertility Challenges: Finding Hope in Waiting Seasons
Hey sweet sister, this episode is full of hope. If you’re in a season of waiting—whether that’s waiting to conceive, healing from a loss, or just needing God to show up—this is for you. We’re diving deep into Joshua 3 and 4, where God parted the Jordan River again—but this time, it was Joshua leading, not Moses. There’s so much here for us when it comes to trusting the Lord even when it feels like nothing is happening, or worse, everything is going wrong. I share three practical steps straight from this pass...
2025-05-29
23 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
133 | Trusting God Through Fertility Challenges: Finding Hope in Waiting Seasons
Hey sweet sister, this episode is full of hope. If you’re in a season of waiting—whether that’s waiting to conceive, healing from a loss, or just needing God to show up—this is for you. We’re diving deep into Joshua 3 and 4, where God parted the Jordan River again—but this time, it was Joshua leading, not Moses. There’s so much here for us when it comes to trusting the Lord even when it feels like nothing is happening, or worse, everything is going wrong. I share three practical steps straight from this pass...
2025-05-29
23 min
Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast
5. Creating Your Birth Preferences: A Step-by-Step Guide
Send us a textIn 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 ultimate plan. Whether you're preparing for your first birth, hoping to have more input in your birth experience, or simply wanting to feel more prepared, this step-by-step guide will help you approach birth with both wisdom and su...
2025-05-27
28 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
132 | The Thief of Progesterone & What To Do About It!
Hey sisters! Today’s episode is all about something that’s stealing your progesterone—something you might not have thought about this way before: stress. Yup. We’re talking spiritual stress, emotional stress, physical stress, and even informational overload (hello, Dr. Google). This one is near and dear to me, not just as a hormone coach, but as a sister in Christ. Because this thief of progesterone? It’s not just physical. It can be deeply spiritual, and it's absolutely emotional. And it’s affecting way more of us than we realize. Episode Highlights: What progest...
2025-05-22
25 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
132 | The Thief of Progesterone & What To Do About It!
Hey sisters! Today’s episode is all about something that’s stealing your progesterone—something you might not have thought about this way before: stress. Yup. We’re talking spiritual stress, emotional stress, physical stress, and even informational overload (hello, Dr. Google). This one is near and dear to me, not just as a hormone coach, but as a sister in Christ. Because this thief of progesterone? It’s not just physical. It can be deeply spiritual, and it's absolutely emotional. And it’s affecting way more of us than we realize. Episode Highlights: What progest...
2025-05-22
25 min
Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast
4. She Waited Two Years for a Positive Pregnancy Test—Then God Moved (with Sarah Salain)
Send us a textIn 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 painful season of infertility. As a health coach supporting other women through fertility struggles, her own waiting felt especially heavy—until God moved in a way only He could.In th...
2025-05-20
39 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
131 | Pregnancy After Miscarriage: Finding Joy While Managing Anxiety
Hey sister. Whew—this one hits home. Today we’re talking about getting pregnant after a miscarriage. It’s not easy. If you’ve been there, you know the mix of hope, fear, joy, and anxiety that swirls around every test, every cramp, every thought. After two healthy pregnancies, I walked through three losses in a row—including a 15-week miscarriage. I didn’t want to try again without understanding what had happened. So I went on a healing journey: physically, emotionally, and spiritually. And by God’s grace, we welcomed our rainbow baby girl. Now, I’m pregnant again...
2025-05-15
23 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
131 | Pregnancy After Miscarriage: Finding Joy While Managing Anxiety
Hey sister. Whew—this one hits home. Today we’re talking about getting pregnant after a miscarriage. It’s not easy. If you’ve been there, you know the mix of hope, fear, joy, and anxiety that swirls around every test, every cramp, every thought. After two healthy pregnancies, I walked through three losses in a row—including a 15-week miscarriage. I didn’t want to try again without understanding what had happened. So I went on a healing journey: physically, emotionally, and spiritually. And by God’s grace, we welcomed our rainbow baby girl. Now, I’m pregnant again...
2025-05-15
23 min
Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast
3. Natural Labor Prep: Simple Ways to Ready Your Body for Birth
Send us a textIn 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 God’s design, and prepare from a place of peace. I’m breaking down what cervical ripening actually is, why it matters, how your provider...
2025-05-13
22 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
130 | Am I Ovulating? My #1 Tip to Know!
Hey sister. This episode is SO packed, I barely know where to start. We’re diving deep into how to really know if you're ovulating — and why that matters so much for your fertility journey. I'm giving you six specific tools to assess your ovulation naturally (without relying on apps or guesswork)... and reminding you of the one thing that matters most before you do any of it. Because yes, your cycle matters. But your heart? Your peace? Your relationship with the Lord? That’s where the real foundation lies. Episode Highlights: What actually counts...
2025-05-08
23 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
130 | Am I Ovulating? My #1 Tip to Know!
Hey sister. This episode is SO packed, I barely know where to start. We’re diving deep into how to really know if you're ovulating — and why that matters so much for your fertility journey. I'm giving you six specific tools to assess your ovulation naturally (without relying on apps or guesswork)... and reminding you of the one thing that matters most before you do any of it. Because yes, your cycle matters. But your heart? Your peace? Your relationship with the Lord? That’s where the real foundation lies. Episode Highlights: What actually counts...
2025-05-08
23 min
Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast
2. From Hospital Birth to Home Birth: Daniel's Birth
Send us a textIn 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 my daughter unmedicated in a hospital, I found myself being called toward a new kind of birth experience. But that shift came with fear, hesitation, and daily moments...
2025-05-06
48 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
129 | Navigating Infertility: Kristina's Inspiring Journey
Hey sister! Today, I’m sitting down with the incredible Kristina! She’s a Fertility Framework client, a mom of two (soon to be three!), a 7th-grade science teacher, and just finished her doctorate — all while navigating infertility and trusting God through it. Kristina shares how her journey with secondary infertility led her to seek a new approach — one that combined faith, science, and a whole lot of practical stewardship. Through her work in Fertility Framework, a key sugar cleanse, and personal coaching, she saw breakthrough — and today, she’s seven weeks pregnant with her third baby! Her story is...
2025-05-01
31 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
129 | Navigating Infertility: Kristina's Inspiring Journey
Hey sister! Today, I’m sitting down with the incredible Kristina! She’s a Fertility Framework client, a mom of two (soon to be three!), a 7th-grade science teacher, and just finished her doctorate — all while navigating infertility and trusting God through it. Kristina shares how her journey with secondary infertility led her to seek a new approach — one that combined faith, science, and a whole lot of practical stewardship. Through her work in Fertility Framework, a key sugar cleanse, and personal coaching, she saw breakthrough — and today, she’s seven weeks pregnant with her third baby! Her story is...
2025-05-01
31 min
Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast
1. How God Used My Birth Story to Call Me Into Birth Work (Ellie’s Unmedicated Hospital Birth)
Send us a textIn 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 that shaped me as a woman and called me into the sacred work of serving other mamas.You’ll hear how I coped with a subchorionic hematoma, manage...
2025-04-29
25 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
128 | The Real Fertility Battle: Spiritual Warfare, Hormones & Health with Guest Steve Wohlberg
Hey sisters! This episode is something really unique—and honestly, a conversation that’s been burning on my heart. Today, I’m joined by a very special guest—our third-ever male on the podcast—Steve Wohlberg. He’s the director of White Horse Media, author of End Time Health War, and a deeply faith-filled voice on the connection between our physical health and spiritual warfare. Episode Highlights: The real spiritual battle happening behind the scenes of your health struggles How Satan is out to destroy, and how we can resist by stewarding our bodies well What S...
2025-04-24
40 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
128 | The Real Fertility Battle: Spiritual Warfare, Hormones & Health with Guest Steve Wohlberg
Hey sisters! This episode is something really unique—and honestly, a conversation that’s been burning on my heart. Today, I’m joined by a very special guest—our third-ever male on the podcast—Steve Wohlberg. He’s the director of White Horse Media, author of End Time Health War, and a deeply faith-filled voice on the connection between our physical health and spiritual warfare. Episode Highlights: The real spiritual battle happening behind the scenes of your health struggles How Satan is out to destroy, and how we can resist by stewarding our bodies well What S...
2025-04-24
40 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
127 | 3 Signs of a Healthy Pregnancy You Should Know
Hey sister. Pregnancy after loss is never easy. Even when you know all the right things to do. Even when your hormones look great. Even when God gives the green light. This week, I’m sharing a very real and raw episode about the 3 signs I personally look for in a healthy pregnancy—both in my clients and in my own journey. I’ll tell you exactly what’s happening in my pregnancy right now, what I tracked before conceiving, and how I’m using tools like the INITO monitor (and the Holy Spirit!) to stay connected to my body...
2025-04-17
28 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
127 | 3 Signs of a Healthy Pregnancy You Should Know
Hey sister. Pregnancy after loss is never easy. Even when you know all the right things to do. Even when your hormones look great. Even when God gives the green light. This week, I’m sharing a very real and raw episode about the 3 signs I personally look for in a healthy pregnancy—both in my clients and in my own journey. I’ll tell you exactly what’s happening in my pregnancy right now, what I tracked before conceiving, and how I’m using tools like the INITO monitor (and the Holy Spirit!) to stay connected to my body...
2025-04-17
28 min
Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast
My Heart Behind the Podcast
Send us a textWelcome to Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast!In this short trailer episode, I’m sharing the heart behind the podcast and why I believe Christian mamas need a space like this now more than ever.You’ll hear what to expect from each episode, the mission driving this podcast, and how we’ll walk through pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood together—with our eyes fixed on Jesus, not fear.This is more than just a birth podcast. It’s a gospel...
2025-04-12
02 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
126 | Endometriosis, Painful Periods, and Getting Pregnant: Guest Interview w/ Dr. Pederson
Hi sister! Endometriosis is one of the most misunderstood and underdiagnosed conditions affecting women today. In this episode, I’m joined by the one and only Dr. Sarah Pederson—a holistic gynecologist, fertility specialist, and my personal go-to doc when it comes to restorative reproductive care. Dr. P breaks down what endometriosis actually is, how it can show up silently, and why so many women suffer for years without answers. We talk about the four stages of endo, why diagnosis is tricky, and how both natural and surgical options can play a role in healing. This episode is f...
2025-04-10
33 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
126 | Endometriosis, Painful Periods, and Getting Pregnant: Guest Interview w/ Dr. Pederson
Hi sister! Endometriosis is one of the most misunderstood and underdiagnosed conditions affecting women today. In this episode, I’m joined by the one and only Dr. Sarah Pederson—a holistic gynecologist, fertility specialist, and my personal go-to doc when it comes to restorative reproductive care. Dr. P breaks down what endometriosis actually is, how it can show up silently, and why so many women suffer for years without answers. We talk about the four stages of endo, why diagnosis is tricky, and how both natural and surgical options can play a role in healing. This episode is f...
2025-04-10
33 min
IF MAMA AIN’T HEALTHY (AIN’T NOBODY HEALTHY) - Holistic Wellness, Metabolic Health, Health Coaching, Christian Pregnancy, Natural Birth - formerly YOUR BIRTH, GOD’S WAY
EP 138 \ Doula Duty: Why Does the Government Want Certification?
Today in states like Tennessee, there is a new push to require doulas to be certified in order to be able to serve moms. But why? What's the story behind these bills. That's what we're discussing today. If you would like to look up the bills in Tennessee, they are SB0044 / HB0295. To learn more or get involved, contact: - Rebekah Porter Rebekah@tndoula.org - Amanda Garrison destinationdoula@gmail.com Helpful Links: — BIBLE STUDY - FREE Bible Study Course - How To Be Sure Of Your Salv...
2025-04-08
28 min
IF MAMA AIN’T HEALTHY (AIN’T NOBODY HEALTHY) - Holistic Wellness, Metabolic Health, Health Coaching, Christian Pregnancy, Natural Birth - formerly YOUR BIRTH, GOD’S WAY
EP 138 \ Doula Duty: Why Does the Government Want Certification?
Today in states like Tennessee, there is a new push to require doulas to be certified in order to be able to serve moms. But why? What's the story behind these bills. That's what we're discussing today. If you would like to look up the bills in Tennessee, they are SB0044 / HB0295. To learn more or get involved, contact: - Rebekah Porter Rebekah@tndoula.org - Amanda Garrison destinationdoula@gmail.com Helpful Links: — BIBLE STUDY - FREE Bible Study Course - How To Be Sure Of Your Salv...
2025-04-08
28 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
125 | Getting Off Birth Control and Into Fertility Awareness: A Missionary's Journey in Fertility Framework
Hey sister! This episode is such a special one! I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Meagan, a missionary in Thailand, who went through Fertility Framework DIY and experienced a radical transformation in her health, her hormones, and her faith. Meagan shares her story of being on birth control for six and a half years, how she thought feeling "gray and blah" was just normal, and how God led her to uncover the truth about her fertility. Through Fertility Framework, she successfully came off birth control, detoxed her body, and started charting her cycle—and the re...
2025-04-03
33 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
125 | Getting Off Birth Control and Into Fertility Awareness: A Missionary's Journey in Fertility Framework
Hey sister! This episode is such a special one! I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Meagan, a missionary in Thailand, who went through Fertility Framework DIY and experienced a radical transformation in her health, her hormones, and her faith. Meagan shares her story of being on birth control for six and a half years, how she thought feeling "gray and blah" was just normal, and how God led her to uncover the truth about her fertility. Through Fertility Framework, she successfully came off birth control, detoxed her body, and started charting her cycle—and the re...
2025-04-03
33 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
124 | TTC After 3 Losses and 1 Rainbow Baby - A Story of God's Timing and Surrender
Hi Sister! When I first sat down to record this episode, I felt a mix of excitement, nerves, and deep gratitude. It’s not every day that I get to share something so personal, something that has been years in the making—marked by heartbreak, surrender, and ultimately, God’s goodness. If you’ve ever felt like you’re waiting on the Lord, wrestling with His timing, or wondering if He sees your pain, I pray this episode speaks directly to your heart. Before we dive in, I have to take a moment to celebrate 40,000 podcast downloads! What a hum...
2025-03-27
27 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
124 | TTC After 3 Losses and 1 Rainbow Baby - A Story of God's Timing and Surrender
Hi Sister! When I first sat down to record this episode, I felt a mix of excitement, nerves, and deep gratitude. It’s not every day that I get to share something so personal, something that has been years in the making—marked by heartbreak, surrender, and ultimately, God’s goodness. If you’ve ever felt like you’re waiting on the Lord, wrestling with His timing, or wondering if He sees your pain, I pray this episode speaks directly to your heart. Before we dive in, I have to take a moment to celebrate 40,000 podcast downloads! What a hum...
2025-03-27
27 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
123 | The Truth About Fertility & Faith: What Every Christian Woman Needs to Know
Hi Sister! I had the incredible opportunity to be a guest on the PMS Made Peaceful podcast, and I just had to share the conversation with you here! If you’ve ever felt lost in your fertility journey, struggled to understand what’s happening with your hormones, or wondered how your faith connects to your cycle, this episode is for you. I dive deep into the spiritual and biological aspects of fertility, sharing how your cycle is truly a reflection of God’s design, why Satan targets women’s reproductive health, and the practical steps you can...
2025-03-20
41 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
123 | The Truth About Fertility & Faith: What Every Christian Woman Needs to Know
Hi Sister! I had the incredible opportunity to be a guest on the PMS Made Peaceful podcast, and I just had to share the conversation with you here! If you’ve ever felt lost in your fertility journey, struggled to understand what’s happening with your hormones, or wondered how your faith connects to your cycle, this episode is for you. I dive deep into the spiritual and biological aspects of fertility, sharing how your cycle is truly a reflection of God’s design, why Satan targets women’s reproductive health, and the practical steps you can...
2025-03-20
41 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
122 | Menstrual Cycle Struggles to Hormone Balance: Client Testimony with Sheila
Hey, sister. If you’ve ever felt trapped in a cycle of exhaustion, mood swings, and unexplained fertility struggles, you need to hear Sheila’s story. Before joining Fertility Framework, Sheila was stuck in a loop of painful cycles, hormonal crashes, and fertility confusion. She had done all the things—tracking with LH strips, searching Dr. Google, and even trying other natural fertility programs. But something was missing. She wasn’t seeing progress, and she still had no real answers about her body. Episode Highlights: How PMS, exhaustion, and painful periods are NOT normal—and what t...
2025-03-13
35 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
122 | Menstrual Cycle Struggles to Hormone Balance: Client Testimony with Sheila
Hey, sister. If you’ve ever felt trapped in a cycle of exhaustion, mood swings, and unexplained fertility struggles, you need to hear Sheila’s story. Before joining Fertility Framework, Sheila was stuck in a loop of painful cycles, hormonal crashes, and fertility confusion. She had done all the things—tracking with LH strips, searching Dr. Google, and even trying other natural fertility programs. But something was missing. She wasn’t seeing progress, and she still had no real answers about her body. Episode Highlights: How PMS, exhaustion, and painful periods are NOT normal—and what t...
2025-03-13
35 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
121 | STOP Believing These 5 Myths So You Can Support Your Conception Health!
Hey sister! You’ve probably been told at least one of these myths—maybe by your OB, maybe by a well-meaning friend, or maybe from years of messaging that we’ve just accepted as “normal.” But the truth? They’re not normal. And today, we’re busting them wide open. I see this all the time in my work with women inside Fertility Framework—women struggling with heavy periods, irregular cycles, difficulty conceiving, or repeat miscarriages, who’ve been told to just “wait it out” or take birth control as a “fix” (yes, I've literally had someone TTC be told to get on birt...
2025-03-06
30 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
121 | STOP Believing These 5 Myths So You Can Support Your Conception Health!
Hey sister! You’ve probably been told at least one of these myths—maybe by your OB, maybe by a well-meaning friend, or maybe from years of messaging that we’ve just accepted as “normal.” But the truth? They’re not normal. And today, we’re busting them wide open. I see this all the time in my work with women inside Fertility Framework—women struggling with heavy periods, irregular cycles, difficulty conceiving, or repeat miscarriages, who’ve been told to just “wait it out” or take birth control as a “fix” (yes, I've literally had someone TTC be told to get on birt...
2025-03-06
30 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
120 | Miscarriage, Hormones, & PCOS: Finding True Healing w/ Dr. Monica Minjeur
Hey, sister. I know the frustration of trying everything naturally and still feeling like something is missing. You’ve changed your diet, you’re tracking your cycle, you’re managing stress—and yet, you’re still waiting for that positive test or struggling with loss. That’s where today’s episode comes in. I’m here to walk with you through the natural, foundational steps for restoring your cycle and preparing for conception. But sometimes, despite our best efforts, we need a deeper level of support. This is why I partner with restorative fertility doctors—like today’s guest, Dr. Monica...
2025-02-27
32 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
120 | Miscarriage, Hormones, & PCOS: Finding True Healing w/ Dr. Monica Minjeur
Hey, sister. I know the frustration of trying everything naturally and still feeling like something is missing. You’ve changed your diet, you’re tracking your cycle, you’re managing stress—and yet, you’re still waiting for that positive test or struggling with loss. That’s where today’s episode comes in. I’m here to walk with you through the natural, foundational steps for restoring your cycle and preparing for conception. But sometimes, despite our best efforts, we need a deeper level of support. This is why I partner with restorative fertility doctors—like today’s guest, Dr. Monica...
2025-02-27
32 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
119 | Fertility & Faith: How to Trust in God's Timing for Conception
Hey, sister. This episode is for the woman who is struggling to trust in God's timing while waiting to conceive. I know the waiting is hard. I know the questions, the doubts, the tears. But today, we’re diving into the stories of two incredible women in the Bible—Sarah and Rebekah—who also waited. Through their journeys, we’ll see how God moves in His perfect way, even when it feels impossible. Episode Highlights: Sarah’s story: How she wrestled with doubt, took control, and ultimately saw God's promise fulfilled. Rebekah’s journey: Her quiet faith and the...
2025-02-20
31 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
119 | Fertility & Faith: How to Trust in God's Timing for Conception
Hey, sister. This episode is for the woman who is struggling to trust in God's timing while waiting to conceive. I know the waiting is hard. I know the questions, the doubts, the tears. But today, we’re diving into the stories of two incredible women in the Bible—Sarah and Rebekah—who also waited. Through their journeys, we’ll see how God moves in His perfect way, even when it feels impossible. Episode Highlights: Sarah’s story: How she wrestled with doubt, took control, and ultimately saw God's promise fulfilled. Rebekah’s journey: Her quiet faith and the...
2025-02-20
31 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
118 | Redemptive Birth Story After Miscarriage: How Elaine Trusted God in Labor
Hi sister, in this episode, I sit down with my sweet friend, Elaine, to walk through her beautiful (and wild!) birth story. Elaine’s journey to meeting her baby was full of unexpected twists—moments of doubt, laughter, and ultimately, a powerful encounter with God’s presence in labor. Episode Highlights: Elaine’s experience with miscarriage and how she found peace in pregnancy. The BIG mindset shift that helped her overcome fear in labor. How God literally answered our prayer for when to leave for the hospital. The hilarious (and slightly embarrassing) labor moments we won’t forget! Why support...
2025-02-13
49 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
118 | Redemptive Birth Story After Miscarriage: How Elaine Trusted God in Labor
Hi sister, in this episode, I sit down with my sweet friend, Elaine, to walk through her beautiful (and wild!) birth story. Elaine’s journey to meeting her baby was full of unexpected twists—moments of doubt, laughter, and ultimately, a powerful encounter with God’s presence in labor. Episode Highlights: Elaine’s experience with miscarriage and how she found peace in pregnancy. The BIG mindset shift that helped her overcome fear in labor. How God literally answered our prayer for when to leave for the hospital. The hilarious (and slightly embarrassing) labor moments we won’t forget! Why support...
2025-02-13
49 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
102 | Christian Doula Interview: Birth Center Birth After Miscarriage with Morgan
Hey sister! If you are pregnant or wanting to be pregnant in the future- this is an amazing birth center story supported by a doula. In this heartfelt conversation, Morgan shares her journey of conceiving after a miscarriage, the emotional challenges she faced, and the support she received throughout her pregnancy, labor, and delivery. You will be so blessed and in awe to hear her story. I hope it inspires you towards a natural birth plan, doula support, and keeping God at the center of it all! >>Sign up for Faith Driven Fertility: w...
2024-11-14
41 min
For the Love of Hormones- Hormones, Infertility, Miscarriage, Ovulating, TTC, Irregular Cycles, Conception, Progesterone
102 | Christian Doula Interview: Birth Center Birth After Miscarriage with Morgan
Hey sister! If you are pregnant or wanting to be pregnant in the future- this is an amazing birth center story supported by a doula. In this heartfelt conversation, Morgan shares her journey of conceiving after a miscarriage, the emotional challenges she faced, and the support she received throughout her pregnancy, labor, and delivery. You will be so blessed and in awe to hear her story. I hope it inspires you towards a natural birth plan, doula support, and keeping God at the center of it all! >>Sign up for Faith Driven Fertility: w...
2024-11-14
41 min