Y'all you are IN for a treat with today's interview. I'm telling ya, you do not want to miss the encouragement & wisdom laced throughout this episode!

Today you'll hear as my sweet friend Olivia (from @thenotsoangrymom over on Instagram) shares her powerful journey through motherhood—from navigating very different birth experiences, walking through postpartum struggles & experiencing God's redeeming work in healing her burn-out induced mom anger.

While none of her four births were unmedicated, her story is deeply rooted in God's faithfulness and the way He brings beauty from ashes.

This episode is a must-listen for any mom who finds herself in the trenches, wrestling with unmet expectations, anger, or the weight of motherhood.

Olivia’s honest reflections and hope-filled encouragement will remind you that God redeems, restores, and walks with us every step of the way.

• Motherhood can be busy but doesn’t have to feel unbearable

• How age gaps between children can be a beautiful blessing

• Why birth plans are helpful—but flexibility is essential

• How suffering can lead to healing and spiritual growth

• The power of lament and speaking the hard things

• The importance of surrounding yourself with a Christ-centered community

• What it looks like to surrender anger, disappointment, and struggle to God

• How God can transform “a nightmare” into something beyond a dream beautiful

Psalm 126:5-6 – "Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy. Those who go out weeping, carrying seed to sow, will return with songs of joy, carrying sheaves with them."

• "It's not hard, it's busy."

• "Suffering is never wasted."

• "Speak the ugly."

00:00 – Introduction and Background 05:00 – Motherhood and Family Dynamics 10:13 – Birth Experiences: The Journey Begins 14:51 – Navigating Birth Challenges and Expectations 20:08 – Mental Health and Motherhood 25:07 – Finding Support and Healing 28:09 – The Beauty of Ministry Born from Pain 31:45 – Navigating Pregnancy Challenges with Faith 38:37 – Lessons from Birth Experiences 44:00 – Hope and Community in Motherhood

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May the peace of Christ dwell in you richly this week, sisters!

Keep seeking, following & surrendering to the Lord in ALL that lies ahead of you!

And continue laboring faithfully with the One who is forever faithful!

Blessings,

Audrey

In this episode, I sit down with my husband, Hunter, to talk about his journey from being a passive observer to an active, faith-filled support partner in our birth experiences. Together, we share how his understanding of natural birth has evolved over the years, the ways he grew through education and experience, and why it’s so important for fathers to step into their God-given role in the birth space.

From our early hospital births to our redemptive home births, Hunter opens up about how he came to trust God's design for birth, how doulas and preparation changed his confidence, and what it really means for a husband to support his wife in labor—spiritually, emotionally, and physically. Whether you're a dad wondering where you fit into this process or a mama hoping your husband will be more engaged, this conversation is full of encouragement, real talk, and Christ-centered wisdom.

What You’ll Learn:

• How Hunter’s role shifted between our first births and our later home births.

• Why education is powerful for dads, too.

• How husbands can be true team players in the labor room.

• Why doulas don’t replace husbands—but can help empower them.

• What it looks like to trust God through birth decisions together.

• The importance of not making birth choices out of fear.

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Blessings, Audrey

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the top three things that seem to come up all the time when I chat with curious moms about natural birth. Whether you’re just starting to consider a natural birth or you’re already on board and looking for encouragement, I hope you enjoy these little must-know tidbits that I just can’t help but talk about!

I'll cover:

• Why your body is designed for birth—and how understanding that truth can change everything.

• The importance of preparation—why birth is a marathon, not a sprint, and how training for it makes all the difference.

• How stress impacts labor—and I'll give an example to help emphasize the importance of creating a peaceful, faith-filled environment for your birth.

I’ll share what these truths have meant to me, how they’ve transformed my own birth experiences, and how you can confidently embrace God’s design for your body. Pray you leave encouraged, empowered, and ready to lean into God’s faithfulness as you prepare for the beautiful work of birth.

Mentions:

• Free Resource: Scripture-Based Birth Cards to keep your eyes fixed on Jesus during pregnancy and labor.

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Until next time, keep laboring faithfully with & for the One who is Forever Faithful!

Blessings,

Audrey