Last week I talked about spiritual preparation for postpartum. I decided to start with the spiritual aspect, because I firmly believe that this lays the groundwork for preparing both mentally and emotionally for the postpartum months. This week I’m focusing on mental preparation. I know ... Read More about Postpartum Encouragement Part 2: Mental Preparation
Postpartum Encouragement Part 1: Spiritual Preparation
I’m so excited to be linking arms with my dear friend, Lauren, who is a certified doula (and was at my most recent birth just two weeks ago), to do a mini series on preparing for postpartum. She and I have a mutual desire to come alongside women walking through pregnancy and the postpartum season, ... Read More about Postpartum Encouragement Part 1: Spiritual Preparation
A Tribute to Godly Fathers
“It has been said that as goes the family, so goes the world. It can also be said that as goes the father, so goes the family.” - Voddie Baucham There are two equal realities that are summed up in the above statement: that the way of a father can either ruin or bless a family. And my heart is ... Read More about A Tribute to Godly Fathers
Time to Count the Cost
This week started off with a little taste of what “cancellation” feels like. If you follow me on Instagram or Facebook, you may've seen that on Sunday I discovered Expectant wasn’t available on Amazon in print. I'm not sure how long it was unavailable before a friend brought it to my ... Read More about Time to Count the Cost
Only One Life
Every once-in-a-while it hits me hard just how fleeting this life is. Generally speaking I feel young and I look even younger, so this hasn’t been something I’ve constantly dwelt on. But as I head into my 30’s in a few short months, I’m finding that this sobering reality is coming to mind with ... Read More about Only One Life