Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast

45. (Part One) My Preterm Birth Story, a Hidden Abruption, and The Lord's Perfect Provision

June 9 · 35 min · Episode 45 · 25.5 MB
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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 window. What followed was an unmedicated labor on magnesium, a birth team rallying around me in the middle of the night, and a discovery after delivery that revealed just how closely the Lord had been guarding us the entire time.

Whether you're navigating a high-risk pregnancy, grieving a birth plan that didn't go as hoped, or simply needing a reminder that God's provision is perfect even when ours falls apart — this episode is full of encouragement for your heart, mind, and spirit.

In this episode, I share:

🌸 How a "Mama & Chickies" girls' weekend became the unexpected start of Isaac's birth story

⚡ What it felt like to be admitted for preterm labor with no warning signs and no risk factors

🙏 How the Lord's tangible presence carried me through an unmedicated labor I never planned for

✝️ The hidden abruption discovery that revealed just how protected we truly were

👶 The bittersweet, beautiful moments surrounding Isaac's arrival at four pounds, seven ounces

Mentioned in this episode:

Christian Mama Birth Prep Library - Free birth prep tools, worship playlists & more

💕 Work with Me 1:1 – Virtual Doula Support & Schedule a Private Coaching Call

✝️ Online Christian Childbirth Education - Explore my complete birth preparation self-paced course

🎴 NEW Christian Birth Affirmation Cards: You can now purchase them here

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Let's keep choosing faith over fear, one birth story at a time. Go here for the full blog post, birth photos, and all resources mentioned!

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