In this raw, emotional, and honestly kinda haunting episode, I finally share the story I’ve carried for the last two years. From going into labor at 34 weeks to enduring three days of contractions, fear, exhaustion, and uncertainty — this birth changed me in ways I never expected.

We talk about navigating cold hospital staff when you’re at your most vulnerable, advocating for yourself when no one seems to listen, the mental and physical intensity of natural labor, and the overwhelming mix of fear, strength, and becoming a mother far sooner than planned.

This isn’t the polished version of birth. It’s the lonely nights, the tension in the room, the moments that still replay in my mind, and the beauty that somehow existed in the middle of all of it.

This episode is for every mom who’s ever felt dismissed, scared, strong, unseen, or forever changed by birth. And honestly? It’s for me too.

In this episode of Momming Out Loud, I’m joined by Debbie as we talk about what it really looks like to build your village from scratch in motherhood. From raising kids without family nearby to navigating loneliness—even when you have community—this conversation gets real about the parts of motherhood we don’t always talk about.

We also dive into identity shifts, unmet expectations, and how God meets us in these seasons, even when they feel isolating. If your village looks different than you hoped, this episode is for you 🤍

Welcome back to Momming Out Loud — where we keep it real, unfiltered, and rooted in faith.

In this episode, we’re talking about something no one fully prepares you for… the postpartum plot twist. You know, that moment when life after baby doesn’t quite look or feel like you expected.

From the emotional highs and unexpected lows to identity shifts, body changes, and the quiet struggles that don’t always get talked about — we’re diving into it all. I’m sharing my personal experience, the things that surprised me most, and how I’ve navigated this season with grace (and a whole lot of trial and error).

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, unseen, or just not like yourself after having a baby — you are not alone.

This episode is your reminder that it’s okay to feel it all, to talk about it, and to lean into God through every part of the journey.

Let’s normalize the real postpartum experience — together.