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Surrendered Birth Stories: Your Christian Birth Story Podcast

Kayla Heeter
Pregnancy
Home Birth
Childbirth
Childbirth Education
Faith
Motherhood
Breastfeeding
Christianity
Parenting
Postpartum Depression
Community Support
Natural Birth
Postpartum Care
Midwifery
Christian Faith
C-Section
Free Birth
Epidural
Maternal Health
Postpartum Anxiety

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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A lot of second time moms think they have a longer labor ahead of them than they actually do…and it was no different for Scotlyn when her labor zoomed by and nobody made it to the labor and delivery room before her daughter was born, not even Scotlyn... more

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When you’re planning on getting pregnant in advance, making sure your body is healthy and nourished can truly be to your advantage. That’s what Susan did before attempting to conceive her son, and the Lord blessed her with a quick conception and a ve... more

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What did you listen to when you were in labor? What calmed you down? Or...what pumped you up?! Also...today we dive into a story of the ridiculousness of some OB's, but also the supernatural power of God! And lastly, inductions. So many of them are c... more

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Can you praise God in the storm? Can you praise God when thing after thing after thing is going wrong, or not going how we wanted or thought it would go? Will you still praise Him? Will you trust Him? Be inspired in your faith as you listen to David ... more

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Recent Guests

David Hoffman
Full-time evangelist, husband; shared the birth story
Self-described Christian ministry
Episode: 149: Discovering That Motherhood Is Ministry (Home Birth, Breech Birth, Natural Birth) [with David and Tesia Hoffman]
Tesia Hoffman
Wife, mother of six, Christian childbirth educator, doula
Self-described Christian ministry
Episode: 149: Discovering That Motherhood Is Ministry (Home Birth, Breech Birth, Natural Birth) [with David and Tesia Hoffman]
Angeline Bestenlehner
Mother sharing her home birth story
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Episode: 148: How Your Faith Can Reduce Stress In Pregnancy (Home Birth, First-Time Mom) [with Mitch and Angeline Bestenlehner]
Mitch Bestenlehner
Husband, chiropractor, partner in birth decisions
Chiropractor in Saratoga Springs, Utah
Episode: 148: How Your Faith Can Reduce Stress In Pregnancy (Home Birth, First-Time Mom) [with Mitch and Angeline Bestenlehner]
Emily Kelly
First-time mom who shares an unmedicated birth story
Pediatric nurse practitioner; mother of two
Episode: 147: The Joys and Difficulties of Becoming A Mom (First-Time Mom, Hospital Birth, Breastfeeding) [with Emily Kelly]
Taylor Hayes
Best friend of the host, experienced mother who shares her anxiety journey
Personal, Counselor-wannabe? (not specified)
Episode: 145: Defeating Anxiety in Pregnancy, Postpartum, and Motherhood [with Taylor Hayes]
Aileeah Colgan
Mom of two, birth storyteller, host of Under the Sun Podcast
Under the Sun Podcast
Episode: 144: Make Sure You Trust Your Birth Care Provider (Natural Birth, Home Birth, Water Birth) [with Aileeah Colgan]
Morgan Mathis
First-time mom, IVF birth story guest
Guest on Surrendered Birth Stories
Episode: 143: Labor and the Fruit of the Spirit (Infertility, IVF, Hospital Birth) [with Morgan Mathis]
Emily Sandridge
First-time mother featured in the episode
Couple featured on the show
Episode: 142: How First-Time Parents Can Be Best Equipped For Birth (First Baby, Natural Birth, Hospital Birth) [with George & Emily Sandridge]

Host

Kayla Heater
Host of Surrendered Birth Stories Podcast; Christian childbirth educator and doula; leads birth education conversations with warmth and faith-centered guidance.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 93 ratings
  • New favourite show

    I’m so glad I finally found a Christian based birth podcast! Keep doing your great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tina ATJI
    Canadaa month ago
  • Can’t Stop Listening!

    I discovered this podcast through the Under The Sun podcast when Aileeah had Kayla on, so it was fun to hear Aileeah on this latest episode (144)!

    I’m currently 40 weeks pregnant with my second, only made it to 37+5 with my first so this has been new territory for me. I’m SO thankful to have discovered this podcast near the end of this pregnancy especially. Been listening to it every day and at night whenever I can’t sleep (thanks pregnancy insomnia). It’s been so encouraging to hear so many bi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Speckerdoodle
    United States2 months ago
  • God is using this podcast to transform my pregnancy

    Hey, Kayla! I found your podcast upon a recommendation from my sister, who just gave birth to a beautiful baby girl. I got pregnant this last October following a devastating loss, and the Lord has used this podcast in the last few months to give me so much peace about my current pregnancy and plans to have a home birth. I love hearing the stories of positive home births, learning how to advocate for myself in different environments, and consistently receiving the reminder to surrender my current... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NatalieShadow
    United States2 months ago
  • Thank you

    So thankful to have found this podcast in my third trimester of my third baby. Kayla asks great questions and is so kind to those she’s interviewing. Thank you for the work you and your family g put into this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wabekah5
    United States2 months ago
  • Amazing

    Sad I didn’t find this podcast while I was having babies, but it’s amazing! I’ve been binging all the episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    grape196743670!
    United States2 months ago

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Many appreciate the Christian-centered perspective and calm, welcoming tone.
Praise the host for compassionate, thoughtful interviewing and practical birth education.
Listeners describe the show as a comforting, faith-filled resource that helps manage pregnancy anxiety and celebrate birth stories.

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147: The Joys and Difficulties of Becoming A Mom (First-Time Mom, Hospital Birth, Breastfeeding) [with Emily Kelly]
Q: What were the key turning points during labor?
Labor progressed with back labor, the decision to move from home to hospital, the cervical lip issue at the end of labor, and the moment of transitioning to pushing with coach guidance.
147: The Joys and Difficulties of Becoming A Mom (First-Time Mom, Hospital Birth, Breastfeeding) [with Emily Kelly]
Q: How did you navigate medical staff and still pursue an unmedicated birth?
We relied on a supportive doula and a flexible birth team, communicated our birth plan early, and remained firm about minimizing interventions unless necessary.
147: The Joys and Difficulties of Becoming A Mom (First-Time Mom, Hospital Birth, Breastfeeding) [with Emily Kelly]
Q: What did you do to prepare for an unmedicated birth?
We took a Bradley-based birth class taught in a church setting, hired a doula, and used Christian hypnobirthing and Ina May's Guide to Childbirth to build mindset and practical skills for labor.
145: Defeating Anxiety in Pregnancy, Postpartum, and Motherhood [with Taylor Hayes]
Q: How can listeners support someone going through postpartum anxiety?
Be present, listen without judgment, offer practical help, encourage seeking counseling if needed, and remind them they are not alone and that God is with them through every season.
145: Defeating Anxiety in Pregnancy, Postpartum, and Motherhood [with Taylor Hayes]
Q: What advice would you give to a new mom currently struggling with anxiety?
Give yourself grace, lean on your spouse and community, keep a biblically-grounded practice (prayer, Scripture, declarations), move your body, limit isolation and unhealthy social media, and seek professional help when needed.

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A faith-forward show centered on personal birth journeys, practical birth education, and spiritual encouragement. Episodes mix intimate birth stories—from home, hospital, and midwife-led experiences—to discussions about anxiety, doula and doula-like support, and education for pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. A distinctive thread is the integration of Christian faith with practical childbirth preparation, making complex medical decisions feel approachable and spiritually grounded. The format consistently features guests who bring direct birth experience, medical nuance, and faith-based perspectives, often with actionable tips and resources for listeners exploring birth options, education, and support networks.

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1. David Hoffman
2. Tesia Hoffman
3. Angeline Bestenlehner
4. Mitch Bestenlehner
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6. Taylor Hayes
7. Aileeah Colgan
8. Morgan Mathis

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