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In this episode I'm exploring what happens when our prayers for birth come from a place of control rather than surrender—and how God has been transforming my heart from anxiety to trust as I prepare for my third baby's arrival.

After carrying the weight of perfectionism through my first two births, treating them like report cards of my strength and worth, I'm experiencing something radically different this pregnancy. God has been gently revealing how my determined, control-seeking nature had turned birth preparation into a crushing source of pressure rather than an opportunity for faithful stewardship.

Whether you're praying for an uncomplicated birth, comparing your journey to others, or feeling the pressure to "get it right," this episode will help you identify when your prayers might be rooted in fear rather than faith—and show you how to shift toward God-glorifying trust.

In this episode, I share: 

🙏 Five signs your birth prayers might be coming from control rather than surrender 

📖 How the parable of the talents applies to birth preparation and stewardship 

✨ Why faithful preparation looks different than fearful striving 

💭 Practical prayer swaps to move from anxiety to trust 

✝️ How to hold birth preferences with open hands while still preparing wisely

Scripture Shared: 

The parable of the talents from Matthew 25, focusing on being a "good and faithful servant" rather than a successful one

Mentioned in this episode: 

📩 Share your rewritten prayers with me on Instagram @faithoverfearbirthdoula 

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

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

💛 Work with Me 1:1 - Personalized pregnancy and birth support that integrates faith and evidence-based care, including virtual coaching, doula support, and comprehensive childbirth education

📞 Free 15-Minute Discovery Call: Schedule your no-obligation consultation with me today! I would LOVE to connect with you.

If this episode stirred your heart (even if it stung a little!), please rate, review, and share it with another mama who needs this reminder.

Let's keep choosing faith over fear, remembering that our birth stories are in the hands of the One who writes only good things. Go here for the full blog post, show notes, and all resources mentioned!

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