Ep. 26 || When Birth Doesn't Go to Plan
A number of scenarios can lead to disappointment after childbirth, especially when you compare your real-life experience to your carefully-crafted plans. You're grateful for the sweet baby in your arms, but sometimes, that doesn't completely silence the lurking questions you have about your childbirth. "Could it have gone better? Should I have made different choices? Did I do something wrong?" In today's episode, Emily and Laura discuss their own disappointments in childbirth and how hoping in God's good plans helped them find peace. Freedom comes when we realize we are not defined by our birth story, but our Savior.
Blog Posts, Articles, and Books:
Let's Be Honest: Labor is Trauma - Rachel Marie Stone
When the Curse of Childbearing Hits Home - Courtney Reissig
Moms, Jesus is the Hero of Your Birth Story - Victoria Wilson
10 Convictions About Labor and Birth from a Christian Worldview - Gloria Furman
Moms, Your Secret Sacrafices Matter - Shanna Mallon
Pain in Childbearing - Courtney Reissig
Christ's Labor on the Cross - Rachel Marie Stone
Mentioned in the Show:
Previous Episode on Birth Plans Ep. 25 || Preparing for Birth: Heart Attitudes When Writing Your Birth Plan
The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness - Tim Keller
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