In today’s episode, Noele will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes relying on community, finding hope in the waiting and proclaiming that God is more than enough, no matter what. If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!...
Feb 12, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 33
In today’s episode, Traci will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes growing her faith, learning to relinquish control to God and seeing firsthand how He truly goes after the 1%. You can find Traci Pyrz on Instagram at @healthyhomewithtraci If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!...
Jan 15, 2025•57 min•Season 2Ep. 32
After our second failed IUI just less than a week from Christmas, my heart has been feeling so heavy. I recently received this email from our fertility clinic that reminded me where my hope comes from and that although this Christmas season may not be bringing my husband and I news of our future baby, it is bringing us so much more - God's love, grace and miracle working power. It has encouraged me and increased my faith and I pray it does the same for you. If you would like to share your journe...
Dec 20, 2023•8 min•Season 1Ep. 31
In today’s episode, Ashley will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes wrestling with God through loss and anxiety disorder and leaning on His faithfulness and steady hand through the storm. Scripture noted in this episode: "He will not let your foot be moved; he who keeps you will not slumber" Psalm 121:3 "For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of t...
Oct 25, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 30
In today's episode, Cady will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes witnessing first hand how God rebuilds, redeems and restores through grief, anxiety and trusting in His sovereignty. Resources shared in this episode: "A Grief Observed" by C.S. Lewis "Her Grief Was Heard" by Cady Patterson Scripture noted in this episode: "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope." Romans 15:13 Psalm 139 You can...
Sep 27, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 29
In today’s episode, Jess will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes overcoming addiction, keeping her faith through a miscarriage and being open to receiving God’s plan through infertility. Her story is one of victory, grace and redemption and it’s going to bless your socks off! You can reach out to Jess on Instagram, @Jlojohnson19 If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch...
Sep 13, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 28
In todays episode, Madi will be sharing her role as a birth, postpartum and bereavement doula and how she supports and walks alongside women on their journey to motherhood. Resources shared in this episode: The Doula Effect: Upstate, SC (documentary) @pregnancyafterloss on Instagram You can contact Madi and learn more about her services on her website, www.doulabesties.com If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form...
Jul 12, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 27
In today's episode, Skyler will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes losing her son at four days old from trisomy but goes on to tell how God redeemed her loss, broke the chains of trauma and healed her heart. Resources shared in this episode: @gathering_hope - an Instagram community for miscarriage and infant loss survivors The Circle Maker by Mark Batterson Scripture share in this episode: "to provide for those who mourn in Zion; to give them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, f...
Jul 05, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 26
In today’s episode, Sydney will be sharing her journey to motherhood that she is still currently on. We are calling this Part 1 because we are believing for her miracle rainbow baby and in God’s faithfulness that He has already shown her and her husband through a cancer diagnosis. Sydney’s hope is that women listening who are also still waiting on their promise are encouraged by her story and won’t feel so alone. Scripture noted in this episode: "I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I wil...
Jun 28, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 25
In today’s episode, Summer will be sharing her journey to motherhood that began with a promise from God and how he remained faithful and personal even through hardship. Scripture noted in this episode: The story of Abraham and Sarah, Genesis 17-21 You can find Summer Bowie on Instagram at @summerbowie1 and at @victoryatl where her and her husband are Senior Pastors If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Hea...
Jun 14, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 24
In today’s episode, Megan will be sharing her journey to motherhood where she highlights key refining moments throughout her four pregnancies and births and different stages of motherhood where God was walking through the fire with her, shaping her to reflect His image. Resource shared in this episode: "The Refining Process" Scripture noted in this episode: "But now thus says the LORD, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: "Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you...
Jun 07, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 23
In today’s episode, Debbie will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes more than a decade of infertility and multiple rounds of fertility treatments but which always highlights how personal and intentional our God is and how He truly knows the desires of our hearts. If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!...
May 24, 2023•54 min•Season 1Ep. 22
In today’s episode, Brittany will be sharing her journey to motherhood and how the power of prayer and sharing her infertility struggles with her community blessed not only her and her husband, but those who had shared her burden as well. Scripture noted in this episode: "Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours." Mark 11:24 You can find Brittany Braswell on Instagram at @brittanybraswellrd, her podcast "The Joy-Filled Eater" a...
May 17, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 21
In today’s episode, Chelsey will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes wrestling with the stigma the church has with infertility and IVF and experiencing firsthand how God works miracles beyond our comprehension. If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather McCreight will be in touch!...
May 10, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 20
In today’s episode, Jade will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes multiple consecutive miscarriages, fear of the unknown and need for validation but through the power of prayer and God’s redemption, ends with a double rainbow. You can find Jade Ticer on Instagram at @jadeticer_twinmama If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather McCreight will be in touch!...
May 03, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 19
In today’s episode, Sylvia will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes 18 years of infertility, trusting God’s plan and worshiping through the wait. Scripture noted in this episode: "Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!” Psalm 46:10 If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather McCreight will be in touch!...
Apr 26, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In todays episode, Kate will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes struggling with anxiety throughout most of her life and PPA and PPD after her first pregnancy, but experienced a peace that surpassed all understanding during her second pregnancy and learned that God was right there with her. Scripture noted in this episode: "As for you, O LORD, you will not restrain your mercy from me; your steadfast love and your faithfulness will preserve me; As for me, I am poor and needy, but t...
Apr 19, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In today's episode I am sharing how a text from a friend on the day of my 35th birthday was truly a prophetic gift and answered prayer and gave me so much encouragement for what this year is going to bring. Scripture noted in this episode: "Sorrow and mourning will disappear, and they will be filled with joy and gladness." Isaiah 35:10 If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather McCreight will be in to...
Apr 12, 2023•11 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In today’s episode, Tina will be sharing her journey to motherhood that began with infertility and how through the doubt and heartache, she got to experience His intimate love and that there truly is no one like our God. Scripture noted in this episode: "Your way, O God, is holy. What god is great like our God? You are the God who works wonders; you have made known your might among the peoples." Psalm 77:13-14 "Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me." John 14:1 "Who ...
Apr 05, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 15
In todays episode, Heather will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes breaking down the idols of marriage and being a mother, managing expectations, struggling with PPD and allowing God to be her greatest desire. Resources shared in this episode: "Compared to Who?" Podcast "Compared to Who?" Book "The Burden of Better" Book "The Burden of Better: How to Live a Comparison-Free Life" YouVersion Bible Reading Plan You can find Heather Creekmore on Instagram at @comparedtowho and on her...
Mar 29, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In today’s episode, Semone will be sharing her journey to motherhood that highlights the divine plan that God had for her and her family that included infertility, foster care and adoption and how He truly answers the desires of our hearts. Scripture noted in this episode: "Children are a blessing and a gift from the Lord." Psalm 127:3 Resource shared in this episode: "Supernatural Childbirth" by Jackie Mize If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Pray...
Mar 22, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In today’s episode, Monica will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes a painful divorce and learning to lean into God and the power of prayer. Scripture noted in this episode: "You shall not be partial in judgement. You shall hear the small and the great alike. You shall not be intimidated by anyone, for the judgement is God’s. And the case that is too hard for you, you shall bring it to me, and I will hear it." Deuteronomy 1:17 If you would like to share your journey to motherhood ...
Mar 15, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In today's episode, Jordyn will be sharing two different stories that include infertility, loss, fostering and adoption and how even after all the losses and heartache, she never felt alone or discouraged but always protected even in the darkest time. If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!...
Mar 08, 2023•44 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In today’s episode, Stephanie will be sharing her journey to motherhood that begins with an unplanned pregnancy and the fear of going through that alone, but then led her to the realization that God provides for all of our needs and that He was walking the path right along side her. Scripture noted in this episode: "For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother's womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very we...
Mar 01, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In today’s episode, Ashley will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes receiving a nudge from God to pursue foster care and adoption after learning her and her husband are both carriers for a serious disease. Resource shared in this episode: Jamie Finn's Foster the Family Blog You can reach out to Ashley on Facebook, @AshleyRunde If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!...
Feb 22, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In today’s episode, Brittany will be sharing her journey to motherhood that begins with a discouraging health diagnosis and devastating family loss, but concludes with an awe-inspiring testimony of just how truly remarkable our God is and how He can turn sorrow into dancing! Scripture noted in this episode: “I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 15:33 Resources shared in the episode: N...
Feb 15, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In today’s episode, Rachel will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes struggle, loss and heartache, but also a beautiful reminder that God was always with her and fighting for her and He is the ultimate Promise Keeper. Scripture noted in this episode: "The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still." Exodus 14:14 If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!...
Feb 08, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In today's episode, I am sharing a personal revelation God shared with me recently while I was crying out for Him to speak to me. We are calling this Part 1 because there is much more I want to share about my journey to motherhood, but felt that it was important to share this portion in real time to encourage a woman who is also pleading for God to answer their prayers. Resources shared in the podcast: NLT Thrive Women's Devotional Bible "Partnering with Heaven: Watering Seeds of Hope in the Des...
Feb 01, 2023•23 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In today’s episode, Allison will be sharing her journey to motherhood that begins with infertility and loss and ends in God opening the door to adoption in His perfect timing. If you are in the Auburn, Alabama area and interested in more information on Allison's small group that supports women going through infertility, you can send an email to hello@forthischildihaveprayed.net If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this...
Jan 25, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In today’s episode, Larsyn will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes loss but also the goodness of God through community and His redemption. You can find Larsyn on Instagram at @larsyn.runion.cross
Jan 18, 2023•35 min•Season 1Ep. 4