For the 2nd episode for our MAMA Series, I’m taking you behind the scenes of how we’re preparing for our second birth—and why this time, things look radically different. After a C-section birth that was full of interventions, I knew I wanted something more intuitive, informed, and aligned with my body and values. We’ll talk about why we’re choosing an out-of-hospital birth, the surprising medical decisions I didn’t even know I had a say in the first time, and the real pregnancy symptoms no one warned me about. Plus, I’m sharing the actual conversations you should be having with your partner or support team before baby arrives—beyond the nursery paint colors and registry fluff. Whether you’re a first-time mama or preparing for birth again after trauma or uncertainty, I hope this episode meets you with honesty, encouragement, and practical support.

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After a long road to conception, this pregnancy felt like an invitation to do things differently. In today’s episode, I’m sharing how we supported my husband’s fertility, conceived with PCOS symptoms, and made intentional choices—from out-of-hospital birth plans to navigating legal roadblocks as a VBAC mama. We’ll talk about building a supportive care team, healing from our first birth, and the resources that helped us stay grounded and aligned with our values. If you’re craving a more intuitive, whole-person approach to pregnancy and birth—I hope this episode serves you well. This is the perfect kick off for our MAMA Series, and I hope you enjoy it!

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What do you do when the prayers go unanswered, and the waiting feels endless? In this vulnerable solo episode, I’m sharing our journey of trying for another baby—and how our faith was tested in ways we never expected. From unexpected infertility to the quiet ache of waiting, I open up about what it looked like to trust God when nothing made sense, how community held us up when we couldn’t, and why Christian clichés sometimes fall painfully short. If you're in your own season of waiting—whether for a child, healing, or hope—my prayer is that this conversation meets you gently right where you are.

Episode Show Notes on Living Wisely Well Website

A Quote to Carry With You:
“Waiting doesn’t suddenly become easier just because a prayer gets answered. Sometimes, waiting well just means waiting with Him.”

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