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Amber Woody

Journey through Infertility,

Adoption, and High Risk Pregnancy

**Trigger Warning** Today’s episode describes some very hard to hear situations. We do not share this information to scare people. We share to bring awareness to various maternal complications and provide a space for people to share their story.

Today, we welcome Amber Woody, wife and mom to 3 awesome kiddos. Amber experienced a hard journey to motherhood, struggling with infertility in her younger years. Tune into this first installment of a three part series focused on pregnancy loss and making the decision to adopt.

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Jeannie Stokes

Beauty in Surrender: Our Non-Adoption Story

Today we are joined by my long time friend, sister in Christ, and a beautiful lady, Jeannie Stokes. 14 years ago Jeannie found herself single, pregnant and in a predicament she never fathomed: the baby’s father did not want a relationship with their child. Tune in to find out how Jeannie learned Beauty in Surrender!

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NICU Dad

Pastor Chris Lewis

**Trigger Warning** Today’s episode describes some very hard to hear situations. We do not share this information to scare people. We share to bring awareness to various maternal complications and provide a space for people to share their story.

In today’s episode, we welcome a very special friend, mentor, and pastor; Mr. Chris Lewis. We discuss supporting his wife, Jessica, through her pregnancies, deliveries, and also an extended NICU stay for their youngest son, Ezekiel. Join us for some insight in how we can support others through their child bearing years.

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Rachel Groves

Motherhood & Stroke Recovery

In today’s episode we are joined by a big supporter during my recovery. Rachel and I crossed paths after one of my speech therapists let me know of a fellow young stroke survivor who, with a friend, started a stroke awareness foundation for young stroke survivors. I learned that Rachel survived a stroke in her 30s with a toddler and a pre-Ker at home. Tune in to find out how her recovery is going, how the foundation is doing, and how she encourages others.

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Rachel Lootens

Foster Mom

Today we are joined by a friend whom I met when I was pregnant with Chloe Anne. We lost touch with the craziness of bringing a new baby home (and the pandemic) but have enjoyed getting to know each other better in motherhood (and while crafting!). Join Rachel and I as we discuss her unique entrance into motherhood and how she is juggling it all.

https://www.c127.org/

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Raven Schneider

Postpartum Depression

Today we are joined by one of my longtime friends from Jacksonville, Raven Schneider. We met working at the Jacksonville Zoo back in 2008. Our friendship has evolved from cleaning up animal poop to cleaning dirty diapers. As a PPD sufferer turned thriver, Raven has a passion in supporting new moms and emphasizing the importance of being a healthy person so you can be a healthy parent.

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Bethany Emerson

Stay at home mom

Today we welcome my dear, dear friend Bethany. We discuss grace through motherhood, postpartum, and the importance of finding your people. Join us for one of my favorite conversations thus far!

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Heather Goodbread

Safe Sleep

https://www.basisonline.org.uk/where-babies-sleep/

Today, we welcome Heather Goodbread a postpartum doula, IBCLC, and sleep consultant to discuss safesleep, and what that looks like for various families. Heather’s aspiration is supporting families to find the best way for the whole family to get optimal sleep through the postpartum period and beyond.

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Cathy Soteropoulos Nola’s Mom

Preeclampsia/HELLP & Infant Loss

**Trigger Warning** Today’s episode describes some very hard to hear situations. We do not share this information to scare people. We share in hopes to bring awareness and to create a safe space for moms to share their story.

Today we are joined by Cathy Soteropoulos. I met Cathy on Instagram when I saw a reel of her daughter Nola in the NICU. It just so happened that Nola was in the same NICU Chloe Anne was in and Cathy was staying at the same Ronald McDonald house that fed Eli when I got sick. I felt an instant connection with Cathy and knew we needed to be friends. Unfortunately, Nola grew her angel wings last April at 6 months old. Tune in to find out how Cathy and her family are doing and how Cathy is living Nola’s journey!