In this week's episode, I’m joined by Emily Whalen - a wife, mom, content creator, and passionate voice for intentional and Christ-centered motherhood. Emily shares her journey from working in ministry to becoming a stay-at-home mom, and how her unmedicated birth experience led her to rethink the way she approaches the challenges of motherhood.

We dive deep into cultural narratives that portray motherhood as a burden, the power of mindset, and why slow, present living is a radical act of faith in today’s fast-paced world. Emily talks about overstimulation, managing expectations, and how letting go of hustle culture is helping her discover joy and whimsy in motherhood. 

In This Episode, We Cover:

• Emily’s transition from ministry to stay-at-home motherhood
• Why she started sharing her journey online
• How birth preparation shaped her perspective on mindset
• The cultural lie that motherhood is a burden
• Overcoming overstimulation and resentment
• Simple ways to start living a slower, more present life
• The balance of motherhood, marriage, and femininity in a distracted world
• How to embrace your God-given role as a mother with joy and confidence

Mentioned in the episode:

• Raising Emotionally Strong Boys by David Thomas
• Conscious Discipline parenting tools
• Emily's Instagram: @nurtured_little_nest

Resources:

🕊️ ⁠FREE LABOR POSITIONS GUIDE⁠

🕊️ ⁠THE HOLY CONFIDENT BIRTH COURSE⁠

🧺 ⁠SHOP MY MOTHERHOOD FAVES⁠

Be assured of my prayers as you prepare for one of the most powerful experiences of your life. You were made for this!

About Me

Hi, friend! I’m Eve—a Catholic mom, Registered Nurse, Doula, and Childbirth Educator. I help women reclaim God’s design for childbirth and prepare for natural, faith-centered birth experiences they’ll love. On this podcast, we’ll explore birth, faith, and natural motherhood with Jesus at the center.

Want to learn more? Visit⁠ holyconfidentbirth.com⁠.

Disclaimer

This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized care.

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