Newborn Promise Podcast

Psychologist and mother Rebecca McCutchan helps expecting women prepare for the possibility of developing postpartum depression, how to recognize when you have it, and ways to overcome it.

Worship leader, recording artist, and Grammy nominee Kari Jobe shares about her first year as mom to her son Canyon, spiritual lessons she’s learned along the way, and how motherhood shaped her album The Garden.

In Part 2, discussion continues on the painful loss of a son or daughter early in life, as Rebecca shares her own story, and gives helpful advice for supporting others experiencing child loss. This is Part 2 of two episodes.

Losing a son or daughter early on in life, having known them but a few weeks, is one of the most painful experiences. Rebecca shares her own story, which she writes about in her book, A Symphony in the Dark, and gives helpful advice for supporting others experiencing child loss. This is Part 1 of two episodes.

What are those first few days and months like for a new dad? Guest Timothy Ateek, director of Breakaway Ministries, talks with host Audra Haney about his high points, low points, and what has helped him the most in this major transition.

Miscarriage is not often talked about, even among friends. But it is an all too common experience for many couples, and they never forget the pain of loss. Several women share their stories, which include touching discoveries of God’s personal care for them in their grieving.

After their children grew up, Dale and Tami Heim started volunteering to help orphans in Haiti. They never imagined they would be adoptive parents themselves! Hear their story—the struggles, doubts, and hurdles they faced, and learn more about international adoption. Today, Tami serves as a board member of the Christian Alliance for Orphans.

Real testimonies from parents who discuss why and how they adopted, with great advice for prospective adoptive parents. Hear from Julie Russi on open adoption through a private Christian agency, and Chris & Shauna Stockhaus who participated in the Foster-to-Adopt Program in Contra Costa County, CA.

Hear the first-hand experiences of international adoption specialist Erica Ho, as she and Audra Haney discuss private, special needs, and international adoptions—how they work, what the needs are, and why the Ho family’s faith has grown along the way with God’s guiding care. For related information, visit America World Adoption.

The Newborn Promise Project is designed to help husband and wife spiritually assess for the exciting new season of building your family. This major life transition can be the perfect timing to permit God to heal and transform you in the most beneficial way. Meet the authors—Callie Grant, Audra Haney, and Charissa Kolar— and discover the Newborn Promise Project resources for yourself & your church. Book, group study, and videos available August 1, 2017.