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Surrendered Birth Stories: Your Christian Birth Story Podcast

Kayla Heeter
Pregnancy
Motherhood
Faith
Childbirth
Home Birth
Natural Childbirth
Midwifery
Postpartum Recovery
Birth Plan
Birth Center
Breastfeeding
Self-Care
Faith and Spirituality
Postpartum Depression
Community Support
Childbirth Education
Spirituality
Parenting
Child Development
PCOS

Let’s explore the amazing world of birth together! Listen for inspiring birth stories and intriguing teachings to expand your knowledge surrounding pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and postpartum life. Each soul-stirring episode is full of heart, passion, and practicality. Join me in this diverse mix of teachings and interviews with real moms and professional birth workers as we seek to more ... more

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Latest Episodes

Today we'll dive into three more birth stories from my time as a doula. I'll walk you through what it was like for me to support these moms during their labors. First up is the story of the very first birth I ever attended as a doula in training, and... more

When you're wanting a more holistic birth but decide to go to the hospital with an OB care team, things may not turn out how you envisioned. So for your second birth you hire hospital midwives, thinking that will be better, but then realize they’re n... more

When you’ve only ever given birth outside of the hospital and with midwives…what would it be like to have to birth in the hospital with high risk OB’s? In the state of California, where Breanna lives, midwives are not permitted to deliver twins outsi... more

After having her first two babies in Tennessee, where home birth was more affordable, Lycie and her husband had since moved out to northern California where midwifery was not only way more expensive, but the midwives were also not in line with her fa... more

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Recent Guests

Molly Dorsett
Mother of three, former hairstylist, now homemaker
Guest on episode
Episode: 134: Realizing the Gravity of Becoming A Parent [Natural Birth, Car Baby, Home Birth]
Mitchell Dorsett
Husband of Molly, works on transmission lines
Guest on episode
Episode: 134: Realizing the Gravity of Becoming A Parent [Natural Birth, Car Baby, Home Birth]
Lycie Ross
Guest sharing a personal birth story and faith-based reflection on surrender
Birth doula; home birth advocate
Episode: 132: Planned Hospital Birth, Accidental Home Birth - Pt. 2 (with Lycie Ross) [Home Birth, Natural Birth]
Karyn Dunavant
Christian childbirth educator and mother of seven
Episode: 129: God Will Meet You In The Mess (with Karyn Dunavant) [Free Birth, Home Birth, Precipitous Labor]
Bess Ragan
Proud parent of two adopted teenagers and a nine-month-old infant
Episode: 128: When God Writes An Even Better Story (with Bess Ragan) [Hospital Birth, Natural Birth, First-Time Mom]
Amanda Kairdolf
A devoted Christian wife and mother, Amanda shares her powerful childbirth journey and insights into the faith-based approach to parenting.
Episode: 127: Is Vaginal Birth Possible After 5 C-Sections? (with Amanda Kairdolf) [Hospital Birth, VBAC, Wild Pregnancy]
Nikki Ellwood
A mother of two and a follower of Jesus sharing her birth stories and experiences
Episode: 126: Choosing Worship Over Worry (with Nikki Ellwood) [Home Birth, Retained Placenta, Shoulder Dystocia]
Ashleigh Jurena
Christian mother sharing her birth experiences
Episode: 119: When Your Second Birth Looks Nothing Like Your First - Pt. 2 (with Ashleigh Jurena) [Birth Center Birth, Car Baby]
E.J. Lee
Writer and speaker sharing her experiences around pregnancy and faith
Episode: 117: God Is Trustworthy Even When Our Birth Plans Go Awry (with E.J. Lee) [Hospital Birth, C-Section, Miscarriage]

Host

Kayla Heater
Host of the show, Kayla Heater invites guests to share their personal and faith-focused birth stories, emphasizing community support and the beauty of the childbirth experience.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • Great Resourse

    A beautiful collection of encouraging stories that show the goodness of God and great resources for any stage of motherhood.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kay-bug-
    United States2 months ago
  • Sweet stories!

    My friend Kayla has a heart to serve the Lord and share birth/child stories of redemption!! You will be blessed by this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TaylorH1989
    United States5 months ago
  • If you like to hear birth stories and love God this is the podcast for you!!

    I just had my 3rd and found this podcast early in this pregnancy, it has truly been a blessing to me to listen to all the incredible ways God has worked through each pregnancy and labor to prepare each mom to raise her little one. I eagerly wait for Monday so I can listen to the newest episode each week!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Girl Mamax3
    United States6 months ago
  • Surrendered birth

    A huge thank you for this amazing podcast. I started listening to this podcast this past year while I was pregnant with my sixth child. I deal with fear and anxiety before my births and listening to these stories was such an encouragement. Especially the constant reminder to surrender. I really felt like I was in a better mental state this time and was excited to meet baby. Two weeks before baby was born we lost our house to a tornado while we were in it. It was a very traumatic experience and I... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mumlifethebest
    United States7 months ago
  • Doula approved

    As a christ-following doula I love listening to these stories and recommending this podcast to my clients. The calm and warmth radiates through your voice and is a total reprieve from other harsh and loud podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brenna H,
    United States7 months ago

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Many reviews highlight the inspirational nature of the birth stories shared, noting how they promote a positive outlook on pregnancy and motherhood.
The podcast is praised for its faith-centered approach, which resonates with listeners seeking spiritual guidance during the transformative journey of childbirth.
Listeners frequently commend the host for her warmth and empathy in facilitating conversations about childbirth.

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131: Reclaiming Motherhood After Postpartum Trauma - Pt. 1 (with Lycie Ross) [Nuchal Hand, Postpartum Complications, Postpartum Depression]
Q: Can you tell us just the story there of getting pregnant for the first time?
Lycie shares how her husband laughed at her desire to be a stay-at-home mom and how they prayed about getting pregnant, which resulted in them conceiving quite quickly.
095: The Importance of a Family Vision -- Father's Day Special 2025 (with Christopher Heeter)
Q: How do you go about creating a family vision?
Start by identifying family values, going through a process to write down a family vision statement, and ensuring the whole family is involved in crafting it.
095: The Importance of a Family Vision -- Father's Day Special 2025 (with Christopher Heeter)
Q: Why is it important to have a family vision?
A family vision provides a compass that gives direction on how to live life and ensures that family members work towards a common goal.
095: The Importance of a Family Vision -- Father's Day Special 2025 (with Christopher Heeter)
Q: What is a family vision?
A family vision is about discovering who your family is created to be by God and revolving your lives around that understanding.
096: Don't Miss The Miracles! (with Cayla and Joel Krop) [Water Birth, Home Birth, Natural Birth]
Q: For people in the Triangle area who listen to this, who are interested in taking your birth class, how could they go about finding you guys?
Cayla shares her contact information and invites listeners to reach out through their website or Facebook.

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The content features a blend of personal stories and educational insights focused on pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and postpartum experiences. Listeners can expect a rich array of heartwarming and inspiring narratives from mothers and birth professionals, which highlight the emotional and spiritual dimensions of childbirth. Episodes frequently emphasize the significance of faith, community support, and personal empowerment in navigating the challenges of motherhood. This podcast stands out for its deep integration of spirituality and real-life birth experiences, making it an appealing choice for those interested in nurturing a faith-based perspective during these transformative life stages.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Molly Dorsett
2. Mitchell Dorsett
3. Lycie Ross
4. Karyn Dunavant
5. Bess Ragan
6. Amanda Kairdolf
7. Nikki Ellwood
8. Ashleigh Jurena

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