The Warrior In Us

TWIU Episode 21: What It Takes PT. 3

EXPLICIT CONTENT WARNING!!

The fact is, the majority of humans have little understanding of what it takes to enter parenthood. This series is meant to help with that. There are four primary ways that one can enter direct parenthood: naturally, with medical assistance, adoption, and surrogacy. In this episode , Renee addresses what it takes to expand a family via surrogacy.

Scripture Reference:

Proverbs 16:9

Resources:

• Surrogacy agency/costs: https://surrogacy.is/for-intended-parents/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=search&utm_campaign=ipads&utm_term=surrogate%20agency&utm_content=763583680054&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22784831460&gbraid=0AAAAACVjUtLucSCE2TF3Q5XXNqSjZOKhs&gclid=CjwKCAjwuczWBhA9EiwAYGgEoULX8U9DsFzF2QaMUGOBwbMMQCn7AnNO3mYnH1xykVH3Zvb6KRKDzhoCyhAQAvD_Bw 
• https://surrogate.com/intended-parents/surrogacy-costs-intended-parents/how-much-does-surrogacy-cost/ 
• https://www.illumefertility.com/fertility-blog/average-cost-of-surrogacy-in-the-united-states 
• https://surrogacy.is/for-intended-parents/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=search&utm_campaign=ipads&utm_term=surrogate%20agency&utm_content=763583680054&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22784831460&gbraid=0AAAAACVjUtLucSCE2TF3Q5XXNqSjZOKhs&gclid=CjwKCAjwuczWBhA9EiwAYGgEoULX8U9DsFzF2QaMUGOBwbMMQCn7AnNO3mYnH1xykVH3Zvb6KRKDzhoCyhAQAvD_Bw 
• https://ovu.com/fertility-insights/surrogacy-in-the-usa-2026-state-laws-costs-finding-a-surrogate#costs 
• Laws State by State: https://connect.asrm.org/lpg/resources/surrogacy-by-state?ssopc=1 
• Surrogacy costs: https://surrogate.com/intended-parents/surrogacy-costs-intended-parents/how-much-does-surrogacy-cost/ 
• Arcadia, CA Sandal - - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0exQOdb38w
• Check out this podcast:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3s_Pu-f4b0 

TWIU Episode 20: What It Takes PT. 2 

*This episode releases on Renee’s Birthday! Happy Birthday to her!**

The fact is, the majority of humans have little understanding of what it takes to enter parenthood. This series is meant to help with that. There are three four primary ways that one can enter direct parenthood: naturally, with medical assistance, adoption, and surrogacy. In this episode , Renee addresses what it takes to expand a family with medical assistance and via adoption. What this episode reveals is that every path to parenthood requires the sovereignty of God.

Resources:

Women’s health overweight/underweight health impacts: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4456969/pdf/jtgga-16-2-111.pdf

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7791874/pdf/12884_2020_Article_3509.pdf

Menstrual cycle: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/10132-menstrual-cycle

Ovarian reserve: https://progyny.com/education/female-infertility/ovarian-reserve/#:~:text=A%20common%20misconception%20is%20having,(egg%20quality%20and%20quantity)

Men’s health:

https://www.maleinfertilityguide.com/recommendations-for-all-men#:~:text=Both%20being%20overweight%20as%20well,exercise%20and%20healthy%20dietary%20choices. 

IVF Basics: 

https://www.upmc.com/services/womens-health/services/obgyn/obstetrics/fertility/ivf?utm_mrid=mrid0701&utm_source=GOOGLE&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=71700000114595837&utm_adgroup=58700008540166620&utm_term=how+much+is+ivf+treatment&utm_advertiserid=700000001754515&customer_id=447-506-9582&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAst67BhCEARIsAKKdWOnR6UqsuNcoQO8sEG3ZTvsjkR92NVuHIYD___C3Ej-QbQI67BPb7lwaAgZlEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds 

https://www.cnyfertility.com/low-cost-ivf-in-the-united-states/ 

https://www.bloomingeve.com/blog/how-much-does-ivf-cost-in-ohio 

Private Adoption Information:

https://www.angeladoptioninc.com/adoptive-parents-adoption-process/

For information regarding fostering to adopt process, Google: foster to adopt in (your home area).

EXPLICIT CONTENT WARNING!!

TWIU Episode 19: What It Takes PT. 1

The fact is, the majority of humans have little understanding of what it takes to enter parenthood. This series is meant to help with that. There are three primary ways that one can enter direct parenthood: naturally, with medical assistance, and adoption. In this episode , Renee addresses what it takes in the natural for conception and pregnancy. 

Resources:

Women’s health overweight/underweight health impacts: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4456969/pdf/jtgga-16-2-111.pdf

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7791874/pdf/12884_2020_Article_3509.pdf

Menstrual cycle: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/10132-menstrual-cycle

Ovarian reserve: https://progyny.com/education/female-infertility/ovarian-reserve/#:~:text=A%20common%20misconception%20is%20having,(egg%20quality%20and%20quantity)

Men’s health:

https://www.maleinfertilityguide.com/recommendations-for-all-men#:~:text=Both%20being%20overweight%20as%20well,exercise%20and%20healthy%20dietary%20choices. 

Scripture Reference:

Psalm 127:3

Matthew 18:3

COMMENT: What did you learn from this episode that you did not previously know?

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The journey to parenthood a.k.a. TTC and journeying through “infertility” in marriage can be dark, debilitating, and desolate. Despite your prayers. One can feel like they lack value, worth, and most tragically purpose. This journey can also be isolating. We often lack safe support which can also cause us to think God is not with us in the darkness. Does any of this resonate? If so, The Warrior In Us (TWIU) is for you. TWIU Podcast desires to bring faith, hope, community, and light into this particular journey to parenthood. Let’s heal, pursue a new life, and thrive in this journey with our help; that’s the Father, His Son, His Spirit, His Word, and one another. Visit our website to explore all the platforms where you can watch, listen, and join the conversation.  #Faith #Hope #Community #Marriage #GetFree #GodisFaithful #MiracleWorker #TTC #Infertility #TWIU #Healing #YouAreWorthy #YouAreEnough #Purpose #Waiting #Parenthood #Christian #ChristianTikTok  #NoMoreSurviving #Thrive

#WomensEmpowerment #TTCTakesAVillage #Podcast #New #Life #Bible #OnlyGodCanDoIt #Jesus #Promise #Keeper #Light

TWIU: Episode 18: Play Better Offense releasing 8/17!

Are you up one minute and down the next? Joyful in July, then gray in December? If so, this episode is a wake-up call. In it, Renee gets painfully honest about the roller coaster of waiting for a promise, the spiritual warfare of weariness, and why instability can quietly pull you off the mark and away from what God sent you to do. Renee connects the dots between depression, discouragement, weariness, and the daily routines that are required to keep you close to God and off the roller coaster of depression and weariness. If you’re tired of feeling up and down, spiritually drained, or stuck in the same emotional cycle and ready to build the habits that help you thrive, stay ready, and keep going, then press play!

Isaiah 40:31 (NLT)

Galatians 6:9 (KJV)

James 1:5-8 (NASB1995)

He's In The Room 

Maverick City Music ft Tasha Cobbs Leonard

COMMENT: What’s in your tool kit? How do you stay close to God and stand firm in your faith? 

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The journey to parenthood a.k.a. TTC and journeying through “infertility” in marriage can be dark, debilitating, and desolate. Despite your prayers. One can feel like they lack value, worth, and most tragically purpose. This journey can also be isolating. We often lack safe support which can also cause us to think God is not with us in the darkness. Does any of this resonate? If so, The Warrior In Us (TWIU) is for you. TWIU Podcast desires to bring faith, hope, community, and light into this particular journey to parenthood. Let’s heal, pursue a new life, and thrive in this journey with our help; that’s the Father, His Son, His Spirit, His Word, and one another. Visit our website to explore all the platforms where you can watch, listen, and join the conversation.  #Faith #Hope #Community #Marriage #GetFree #GodisFaithful #MiracleWorker #TTC #Infertility #TWIU #Healing #YouAreWorthy #YouAreEnough #Purpose #Waiting #Parenthood #Christian #ChristianTikTok  #NoMoreSurviving #Thrive

#WomensEmpowerment #TTCTakesAVillage #Podcast #New #Life #Bible #OnlyGodCanDoIt #Jesus #Promise #Keeper #Light

TWIU: Episode 16: The Big 3 (Jealousy, Envy, and Covetousness) 

In the episode, Renee explores the complex emotions of jealousy, envy, and covetousness that often surface during the journey to parenthood. She shares personal experiences and biblical insights and offers tangible strategies for navigating these feelings healthily and spiritually. If you're on this path and struggling with these emotions, you're not alone — this episode is for you.

Scripture:

Proverbs 14:30

Exodus 20:17

Psalm 127:3

Matthew 20:1-16

Resources:

Thewarriorinus.com

[email protected]

TWUI Episode 3: TBITL Pt. 2

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUTPDB09sOI

Jay Shetty: https://www.jayshetty.me/podcast/4-types-of-jealousy-and-8-strategies-to-use-it-wisely

Covetousness: The Sin Behind the Sin [The Deep Dish - Ep. 22] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vEyfpDICuI

Envy: A Big Problem You Didn't Know You Had

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802431755?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback

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The journey to parenthood a.k.a. TTC and journeying through “infertility” in marriage can be dark, debilitating, and desolate. Despite your prayers. One can feel like they lack value, worth, and most tragically purpose. This journey can also be isolating. We often lack safe support which can also cause us to think God is not with us in the darkness. Does any of this resonate? If so, The Warrior In Us (TWIU) is for you. TWIU Podcast desires to bring faith, hope, community, and light into this particular journey to parenthood. Let’s heal, pursue a new life, and thrive in this journey with our help; that’s the Father, His Son, His Spirit, His Word, and one another. Visit our website to explore all the platforms where you can watch, listen, and join the conversation.  #Faith #Hope #Community #Marriage #GetFree #GodisFaithful #MiracleWorker #TTC #Infertility #TWIU #Healing #YouAreWorthy #YouAreEnough #Purpose #Waiting #Parenthood #Christian #ChristianTikTok  #NoMoreSurviving #Thrive #WomensEmpowerment #TTCTakesAVillage #Podcast #New #Life #Bible #OnlyGodCanDoIt #Jesus #Promise #Keeper #Light

TWIU Episode 16: Don’t Waste Your Wait 

Most of us spend our waiting seasons feeling heavy, hopeless, and stuck — but what if waiting isn’t just a delay, but a divine purpose in disguise?

 If you’re tired of feeling burdened by hope deferred and want to learn how to thrive while you wait, this episode will challenge your perspective entirely. Drawing from personal experience and biblical wisdom, Renee reveals how shifting her focus from the outcome to the One who controls every step can transform your waiting into a time of growth, hope, and purpose. 

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Scripture references:

Proverbs 13:12

John 10:10

Galatians 6:9

Book: The Garden Within by Dr. Anita Philips 

Resources:

Thewarriorinus.com

[email protected]

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The journey to parenthood a.k.a. TTC and journeying through “infertility” in marriage can be dark, debilitating, and desolate. Despite your prayers. One can feel like they lack value, worth, and most tragically purpose. This journey can also be isolating. We often lack safe support which can also cause us to think God is not with us in the darkness. Does any of this resonate? If so, The Warrior In Us (TWIU) is for you. TWIU Podcast desires to bring faith, hope, community, and light into this particular journey to parenthood. Let’s heal, pursue a new life, and thrive in this journey with our help; that’s the Father, His Son, His Spirit, His Word, and one another. Visit our website to explore all the platforms where you can watch, listen, and join the conversation.  #Faith #Hope #Community #Marriage #GetFree #GodisFaithful #MiracleWorker #TTC #Infertility #TWIU #Healing #YouAreWorthy #YouAreEnough #Purpose #Waiting #Parenthood #Christian #ChristianTikTok  #NoMoreSurviving #Thrive

#WomensEmpowerment #TTCTakesAVillage #Podcast #New #Life #Bible #OnlyGodCanDoIt #Jesus #Promise #Keeper #Light 

TWIU Episode 15: He hears, He sees, He knows

When you navigate the journey to parenthood, that journey can turn dark and desolate quickly. If we’re honest, we experience varying degrees of loneliness, despair, and unspoken doubts that threaten to silence us. But as believers in Jesus, if we’re open, we discover that even in our darkest moments, we are seen, heard, and known by a God who is undefeated.

In this heartfelt episode, Renee vulnerably shares her personal fight through grief, depression, and spiritual warfare as she navigates the weight of longing to be a mother. You’ll discover how she learned to stop pretending with God, embracing her emotions openly and trusting His presence in every season of pain.

She share about the power of declaring who God is—reminding ourselves that He is the Alpha and Omega, omnipresent, omnipotent, and unwavering in His love. Renee reflects on the moments where prayer, obedience, and the Spirit's guidance shifted her perspective from darkness to hope, showing you how to find strength when the wait feels unbearable. You'll hear real vulnerability—crying in church, battling silence and guilt, and feeling forgotten by God. Yet through her journey, she uncovers a vital truth: God can handle your sorrow, disappointment, and doubts, and He is actively listening.

Perfect for believers battling silent struggles in the darkness of the journey to parenthood, or anyone in need of renewed hope—this is your reminder that God's timing is perfect, and He hears, sees, and knows you better than anyone. Tune in, and let this episode ignite your faith and courage to keep trusting, praying, and declaring His goodness.

Because when you feel like giving up, remember—God is undefeated, and His love for you is never-ending. Trust Him with your pain, your dreams, and your future.

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Scripture references:

Matthew 11: 28-30

James 3

Proverbs Proverbs 18:21

Romans 4:17

Resources:

Thewarriorinus.com

[email protected]

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The journey to parenthood a.k.a. TTC and journeying through “infertility” in marriage can be dark, debilitating, and desolate. Despite your prayers. One can feel like they lack value, worth, and most tragically purpose. This journey can also be isolating. We often lack safe support which can also cause us to think God is not with us in the darkness. Does any of this resonate? If so, The Warrior In Us (TWIU) is for you. TWIU Podcast desires to bring faith, hope, community, and light into this particular journey to parenthood. Let’s heal, pursue a new life, and thrive in this journey with our help; that’s the Father, His Son, His Spirit, His Word, and one another. Visit our website to explore all the platforms where you can watch, listen, and join the conversation.  #Faith #Hope #Community #Marriage #GetFree #GodisFaithful #MiracleWorker #TTC #Infertility #TWIU #Healing #YouAreWorthy #YouAreEnough #Purpose #Waiting #Parenthood #Christian #ChristianTikTok  #NoMoreSurviving #Thrive

#WomensEmpowerment #TTCTakesAVillage #Podcast #New #Life #Bible #OnlyGodCanDoIt #Jesus #Promise #Keeper #Light 

match,TWIU Episode 14: HERstory X Lexie Dowdy

When you navigate the journey to parenthood, that journey can turn dark and desolate quickly. Our reality and expectations don’t match, and that contributes to the trauma on the journey to parenthood and can make the journey debilitating. In this episode, we are blessed with the testimony of a fellow Warrior, Lexi Dowdy. Lexie’s story is beautiful, and it can help everyone no matter where we are in our journeys. Lexie’s story also helps loved ones trying to become a supportive part of a Warrior’s village. 

PS/SN: I believe that the episode is will open the door for breakthrough in some Warrior’s life. The amount of technical issues we had with filming and editing like NEVER before or after this recording. SO, WE WANT TO HEAR ABOUT IT!

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Scriptures:

John 13:7 "You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand" (NIV)

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The journey to parenthood a.k.a. TTC and journeying through “infertility” in marriage can be dark, debilitating, and desolate. Despite your prayers. One can feel like they lack value, worth, and most tragically purpose. This journey can also be isolating. We often lack safe support which can also cause us to think God is not with us in the darkness. Does any of this resonate? If so, The Warrior In Us (TWIU) is for you. TWIU Podcast desires to bring faith, hope, community, and light into this particular journey to parenthood. Let’s heal, pursue a new life, and thrive in this journey with our help; that’s the Father, His Son, His Spirit, His Word, and one another. Visit our website to explore all the platforms where you can watch, listen, and join the conversation.  #Faith #Hope #Community #Marriage #GetFree #GodisFaithful #MiracleWorker #TTC #Infertility #TWIU #Healing #YouAreWorthy #YouAreEnough #Purpose #Waiting #Parenthood #Christian #ChristianTikTok  #NoMoreSurviving #Thrive

#WomensEmpowerment #TTCTakesAVillage #Podcast #New #Life #Bible #OnlyGodCanDoIt #Jesus #Promise #Keeper #Light #Lexie

Often, in the journey to parenthood when it’s dark, desolate and  debilitating, we overlook the emotional and mental impact of the journey to husbands. A husband’s perspective gives a complete picture into what this journey actually looks like. When God gave us The Warrior In Us it was clear that this ministry is intended to help BOTH men and women. In this episode we welcome the other half of TWIU Podcast, Renee’s husband, Josh. Josh shamelessly gives a glimpse into some of his struggles when he and Renee were in the dark of their journey. His courage will definitely break down walls for other husbands who’ve faced a similar darkness. Indeed, everyone can be blessed by this episode.

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The journey to parenthood a.k.a. TTC and journeying through “infertility” in marriage can be dark, debilitating, and desolate. Despite your prayers. One can feel like they lack value, worth, and most tragically purpose. This journey can also be isolating. We often lack safe support which can also cause us to think God is not with us in the darkness. Does any of this resonate? If so, The Warrior In Us (TWIU) is for you. TWIU Podcast desires to bring faith, hope, community, and light into this particular journey to parenthood. Let’s heal, pursue a new life, and thrive in this journey with our help; that’s the Father, His Son, His Spirit, His Word, and one another. Visit our website to explore all the platforms where you can watch, listen, and join the conversation.  #Faith #Hope #Community #Marriage #GetFree #GodisFaithful #MiracleWorker #TTC #Infertility #TWIU #Healing #YouAreWorthy #YouAreEnough #Purpose #Waiting #Parenthood #Christian #ChristianTikTok  #NoMoreSurviving #Thrive

#WomansEmpowerment #TTCTakesAVillage #Podcast #New #Life #Bible #OnlyGodCanDoIt #Jesus #Promise #Keeper #Light 

There are a number of beliefs about the journey to parenthood or TTC that many of us have going in to marriage. The majority of us believe it’ll be easy. For some though, the journey is not easy and the path is not straight. In this episode, a fellow warrior, Sharday B., shares a the second part of her testimony of her journey to motherhood. She discusses how when the doctors said one thing God had another plan! I hope you are blessed and helped by her story. Her testimony makes me soooooo excited for what the Lord has in store for His children who have not had the journey to parenthood that is light and easy. 

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The journey to parenthood a.k.a. TTC and journeying through “infertility” in marriage can be dark, debilitating, and desolate. Despite your prayers. One can feel like they lack value, worth, and most tragically purpose. This journey can also be isolating. We often lack safe support which can also cause us to think God is not with us in the darkness. Does any of this resonate? If so, The Warrior In Us (TWIU) is for you. TWIU Podcast desires to bring faith, hope, community, and light into this particular journey to parenthood. Let’s heal, pursue a new life, and thrive in this journey with our help; that’s the Father, His Son, His Spirit, His Word, and one another. Visit our website to explore all the platforms where you can watch, listen, and join the conversation.  #Faith #Hope #Community #Marriage #GetFree #GodisFaithful #MiracleWorker #TTC #Infertility #TWIU #Healing #YouAreWorthy #YouAreEnough #Purpose #Waiting #Parenthood #Christian #ChristianTikTok  #NoMoreSurviving #Thrive

#WomanEmpowerment #TTCTakesAVillage #Podcast #New #Life #Bible #OnlyGodCanDoIt #Jesus #Promise #Keeper #Light