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Holding on to hope while you wait with Alice Matagora


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This week’s conversation is tender, powerful, and one that so many carry quietly: the journey of waiting for a child. I’m joined by Alice Matagora and she shares her story of infertility with such grace and vulnerability, offering encouragement for anyone walking through a season of waiting or supporting someone who is.


Whether you’ve walked this road yourself, are in the middle of it, or love someone who is, this episode is an invitation to sit with hope and trust that God is near, even in the waiting.


Here are a few truths Alice helped shine a light on:

- God's timing is never wasted, even when it feels like everything is on pause

- It’s okay to feel unseen—God still sees and is working in your story

- Waiting seasons can deepen our faith and strengthen our identity in Christ

- How to support others walking through infertility with compassion and sensitivity


Alice is a licensed marriage and family therapist, a wife, mom, and a missionary with the Navigators. She serves as the leader development initiative program director and is passionate about raising up disciple-makers in everyday life. Alice’s personal journey through infertility has shaped her deep belief in God’s faithfulness, even in unseen seasons.


Wherever you are today, waiting, celebrating, or supporting someone on their journey, know that you’re not alone. God sees you.


00:00 The Joys and Challenges of Parenting

02:54 The Journey of Infertility

05:53 Faith and Waiting

09:01 The Impact of Infertility on Relationships

12:01 Navigating Joy and Grief

14:52 Supporting Friends Through Infertility

17:59 The Miracle of Life

21:12 Celebrating the Gift of Children


Connect with Alice

AliceMatagora.com

Instagram

Facebook

TikTok


Resources Mentioned

You Are My Miracle book

Christian Parenting resources

Christian Parenting Christmas Gift Guide


Prefer video? This episode is on YouTube!


The Christian Parenting Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org



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