Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast
Episodes
BONUS: Count It All Joy - Finding God's Goodness Through Trials & Joy In 2025
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this BONUS episode, I'm sharing a heartfelt year-end reflection as we close out 2025—a year that tested my faith through trial...
33. God's Glory in the Unexpected: What Mary's Messy Birth Teaches Us
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, I'm exploring the Christmas story through the lens of Mary's birth experience—and what it teaches us about ...
32. Eczema, Colic & Food Allergies: How Your Pregnancy Gut Health Shapes Baby's Future
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode I'm sitting down with Jessica Thomas, a functional pediatric practitioner and mom of two, to uncover the surprising...
31. Third Trimester Checklist: 10 Faith-Filled Steps for a Peaceful Birth
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode I'm walking you through your third trimester checklist—10 faith-filled steps to help you prepare practically and ...
30. Back Labor, Big Baby, and Believing A Good God: Caroline's Birth Stories
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, I'm joined by Caroline, a nurse who brings a unique perspective from caring for critically ill postpartum patients...
29. 5 Signs You're Praying for the Wrong Things for Your Birth
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode I'm exploring what happens when our prayers for birth come from a place of control rather than surrender—and how ...
28. Why Your Birth Preparation Matters More Than You Think: Maria's Life-Changing Story
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode I'm joined by Maria Lilly, a Christian mom whose first birth experience completely transformed her life—leading h...
27. Preparing for Induction: What to Expect, Pack & Pray as a Christian Mama
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, I'm walking you through everything you need to know about preparing for an induction—from practical tips to spir...
26. You Weren't Made to Do This Alone: God's Design for Support in Labor
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode I'm diving deep into a topic that's been on my heart—how you can experience professional doula support while...
25. Excruciating Pelvic Pain in Pregnancy? Why It's NOT Normal & How to Find Real Help
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Kate Smith, pelvic floor physical therapist and owner of Nurture You Pelvic Health, to discuss a...
24. The Essential Second Trimester Checklist: 7 Faith-Filled Steps for a Strong, Peaceful Pregnancy
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, I'm walking you through a practical, faith-filled checklist to help you prepare well during your second trimester—...
23. She Prepared for an Unmedicated Birth But Got a C-Section—What God Revealed Through Loss & A Medical Miracle
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, I'm sitting down with my dear friend Gracie Clowe—a mama who prepared her heart, mind, and body for an unmedicat...
22. Understanding Your Rights - Informed Consent & Informed Refusal in Any Birth Setting
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, I'm breaking down something every pregnant mama needs to know: you always have a choice when it comes to your birt...
21. Why "Bouncing Back" After Baby Hurts Christian Moms + What to Do Instead (with Laura Lindahl)
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode I'm sitting down with Laura Lindahl—certified pre and postnatal coach, exercise physiologist, and Christian body ...
20. If You're Planning on Breastfeeding, Listen To This First...
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, I'm sharing everything you need to know about breastfeeding before your baby arrives—because preparing for this ...
BONUS: When You Feel Like a Failing Mom: God's Sufficient Grace in Pregnancy Struggles
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this vulnerable bonus episode, I'm sharing the hardest month of my third pregnancy—battling severe anxiety and depression whil...
19. Overcoming Birth Trauma and Fear: A Foster Mom's Journey to Three Different Deliveries
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, I'm sharing the incredible birth journey of my very first doula client, Nicki—a foster mom of five whose three b...
18. [Listener Favorite Replay] How Birth & Motherhood Reflects the Gospel (Originally Ep. 7)
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhile I take a short rest during my first trimester, I’m bringing back one of the most meaningful episodes of the podcast. This conver...
17. [Listener Favorite Replay] Anxiety & Depression: The Hidden Cost of Trying to Control Birth & Motherhood (Originally Ep. 6)
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhile I’m taking a short season of rest during my first trimester, I’m bringing back one of the most impactful and listened-to conve...
16. [Listener Favorite Replay] Natural Labor Prep: Simple Ways to Ready Your Body for Birth (Originally Ep. 3)
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhile 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 co...
BONUS: Big News + Taking Some Rest Time
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this special bonus episode, I'm sharing some big news with you—we're expecting our third baby! This surprise pregnancy ha...
15. First Trimester Checklist Essentials: From Choosing A Provider to Managing Morning Sickness
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, I'm walking you through everything you need to know for a confident, faith-filled first trimester—from the momen...
14. Leaking, Pelvic Pain, and "That's Just Mom Life"? Why You Deserve Better (And How to Get It)
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, I'm sitting down with Dr. Victoria Adeeb, a pelvic floor therapist and founder of Better Body Rehab in Jacksonvill...
13. Discerning the Right Birth Setting For You: Hospital, Birth Center, or Home?
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, I'm walking you through one of the most important decisions you'll make during pregnancy—choosing your birt...
12. When Others Say “You Don't Get a Medal for Natural Birth” But God Says “Present Your Body as a Living Sacrifice”
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 complete...
11. Pack with Peace: Hospital Bag Packing List Essentials
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast, I'm walking you through everything you actually ne...
10. When God's Plan Doesn't Match Yours: Trusting Through Pregnancy Loss and Sleep Struggles
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
9. Am I in Labor? Discerning the Signs
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 questi...
8. Why She Changed Her Mind About Epidurals: Emily Whalen's Story
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast, I'm sitting down with Emily Whalen (@nurtured_litt...
7. How Birth & Motherhood Reflects the Gospel
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode I'm sharing how the profound experience of birth and motherhood reveals beautiful gospel truths that will transform...
6. Anxiety & Depression: The Hidden Cost of Trying to Control Birth & Motherhood
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode I'm joined by my friend Crystal Doiron, a licensed clinical social worker and mama, as she courageously shares her ...
5. Creating Your Birth Preferences: A Step-by-Step Guide
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
4. She Waited Two Years for a Positive Pregnancy Test—Then God Moved (with Sarah Salain)
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 r...
3. Natural Labor Prep: Simple Ways to Ready Your Body for Birth
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 bod...
2. From Hospital Birth to Home Birth: Daniel's Birth
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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—Danie...
1. How God Used My Birth Story to Call Me Into Birth Work (Ellie’s Unmedicated Hospital Birth)
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
My Heart Behind the Podcast
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWelcome to Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast!In this short trailer episode, I’m sharing the heart behind th...