Birth In God's Presence

God met Kaylan in a profound way during her pregnancy and went before her each step of the way. She was living in a foreign country where she didn't speak the language, and while she debated flying home for the birth, she chose to trust God and stay instead of letting fear lead her decisions. He blessed her with a beautiful, heavenly birth, answering all the prayers and desires of her heart! Her birth was a testimony to the birth workers and doctor there. The midwives commented afterwards that they didn't all need to stay in the room during the birth, but no one wanted to leave because they all wanted to watch this heavenly birth. They weren't used to seeing births like this!  They got to witness the goodness of God and what His Kingdom is like through Kaylan's birth.  I pray you're so blessed by her story!  You can connect with Kaylan at kaylan_ssenfuma@hotmail.com  And here is the link to my Online Kingdom Birth Class that she took that helped prepare her for her heavenly birth. I'd love to welcome you to the class too! It's a birth class that partners the natural and supernatural to empower you for a beautiful birth with God! To your beautiful birth, Kierra

"Surrender" was the theme the Lord kept putting on Melissa's heart as she prepared for the birth of her first son. So throughout the pregnancy, she sought to bring to Him and surrender each situation that arose, all her plans, and the desires of her heart. As she leaned into Him and trusted Him each step of the way, He blessed her with a beautiful pain-free birth that exceeded her dreams. It was such a lavish love gift from Him that she says she's still not over it to this day. I pray you are encouraged and blessed by her story, knowing that God has a beautiful love gift to pour out on you as well during your own birth! You can connect with Melissa at melissa.d@me.com and here are the resources she recommended: Kingdom Childbirth Class - My online class that Melissa took that dives into God's heart for birth and how to partner with Him throughout the labor to enjoy the gift that He created birth to be! Redeeming Childbirth - A book filled with wonderful birth testimonies that Melissa gleaned a lot from even before getting pregnant. The Christian Childbirth Handbook - Another book Melissa read that has lots of great nuts and bolts for labor. The Business of Being Born - A great documentary on birth in different settings and the pros and cons of each (hospital, homebirth, birth center). It's a must-watch for all expecting mamas! More on the Business of Being Born - A sequel to the first documentary with even more great birth info! Mama Natural - Another believing mama who has great birth testimonies and whole site dedicated to helping women have a natural, healthy pregnancy and birth. She's awesome! I pray you are so blessed by Melissa's story and these resources! To your beautiful birth, Kierra

Brenda shares their journey with God and community through six heartbreaking miscarriages and how they held onto hope through it all. And then the joy of receiving their breakthrough and the two beautiful children she finally got to birth and hold in her arms! I pray that you're so encouraged and inspired by Brenda's story today. God is faithful. He hears our prayers, and they affect Him and all of Heaven! And no situation is hopeless or impossible for Him! She also has some great advice for how we can walk alongside those who are struggling with miscarriages or infertility. Make sure to share this episode with any friends who would be blessed by the hope and encouragement that Brenda's story brings. Also, here is the link to the video I made after our miscarriage in November: Hope and God's Goodness in the Midst of our Miscarriage.  More Kingdom encouragement for your precious heart! If you'd like to connect with Brenda, you can reach her at brenda.emmert11@gmail.com. And here are the resources she mentioned on the show: National Geographic Documentary: In the Womb The show that reminded Brenda that every time a sperm and an egg come together, a brand new creation is formed. And so even her baby who never developed a heartbeat was still a brand new creation who she will get to meet in Heaven! (you can also purchase this DVD on Amazon here without the subtitles). Every Bitter Thing is Sweet: Tasting the Goodness of God in All Things.  In this book, Sara Hagerty shares her journey of infertility and coming into the land of milk and honey and learning to taste the goodness of God in all seasons. "My Victory" by David Crowder. A song that ministered to Brenda during her season of waiting and pressing in. It reminds us that what was meant to take us down can be our biggest place of victory! And finally, here is our sponsor for today's episode: PureGreen24.com! An awesome all-natural, non-toxic household cleaner that is safe for pregnant mamas and babies, but still kills nasty viruses and bacteria like the flu, salmonella, staph, e-coli, and more. Enter code BABY to receive 10% your purchase! I pray you're so blessed by Brenda's story today! Love, Kierra

Megan spent a lot of time during her pregnancy renewing her mind, letting go of fear, and learning to relax in her secret place with Jesus. All of her preparation paid off in her amazing birth as she labored joyfully and peacefully at home and was able to remain in God's peace even as they encountered a surprise at the end - the baby had turned breech! Not only will you love this birth story, but you'll come away with some great tools to help you remain in God's peace during your own birth and journey of motherhood through all the ups and downs that come your way! You can connect with Megan on her blog and website at renewingallthings.com Here are some of the resources she recommends and that we talked about on the show: Supernatural Childbirth - a book filled with testimonies reminding us what is possible during birth with God! Childbirth in the Glory - an album full of birth scriptures, prayers, and declarations for a peaceful birth in God's glory. Kingdom Childbirth Class - my birth class that breaks fear, renews your mind, and prepares you naturally and spiritually for a beautiful birth with God! Praying your heart is deeply encouraged today, Kierra p.s. Here is the link to my new online Understanding Your Fertility Class that I mentioned at the beginning of the show!

With her first birth, Becky leaned on more on the doctor's advice than the Holy Spirit. But in her following two births, she learned to rely more and more on Holy Spirit and to birth her children into God's peace and presence. And after her first newborn had a terrible vaccine reaction, Becky shares the beautiful testimony of God’s supernatural healing and faithfulness and the miracle that their little boy’s life is today. God is so mighty, so present with us, such a good Father and so faithful. I know that so many parts of Becky’s story will challenge and inspire your heart and faith. You can connect with Becky at shanebb19@hotmail.com and here are some of the resources we talked about in today’s episode: Supernatural Childbirth: Becky soaked in the Scriptures in this book during her third pregnancy and they made such an impact in her labor and birth! Holy Spirit Labor Relaxation Album: A powerful album to soak to as you prepare for your labor and birth. It’s full of Scriptures to renew your mind, birth affirmations, a Holy Spirit relaxation exercise, labor practice for you as a couple, and a powerful Jesus encounter. (This album is also included when you take my Online Kingdom Childbirth Class). Mommy Baby Soaking Album: And album full of life-giving Scriptures to peaceful background music. Soak to it as you nurse, sleep, and cuddle with your newborn. I know moms who played this album constantly in the room when their baby was sick or had a serious injury and watched their baby be miraculously healed! The Vaccine Friendly Plan: A great book to help you make informed decisions vaccinating your children and other newborn procedures the hospital will push on you. It’s extremely thorough and covers the risks and benefits of each vaccine and procedure and which ones he recommends at what age and which ones to avoid completely. A must read for all parents so you can make informed decisions! I pray you are so blessed by todays episode! Thank you Becky for sharing your beautiful heart and testimony with us!!! Much Love, Kierra

Alexis made most of the decisions for her first birth out of fear. But for her second birth, she determined to trust God through the whole process and to listen to Him instead of fear. She trained her body to abide in His peace and joy throughout the pregnancy and believed Him for a supernatural, wonderful birth in His presence. Enjoy listening to her share about her beautiful, almost completely pain-free homebirth with Him that changed her and her family’s life forever! He is so good and faithful! You can connect with Alexis on Facebook by looking up Alexis Fedor (she lives in Redding). And here are the resources she recommends: Holy Spirit Labor Relaxation Album – (you get this for free when you take my Kingdom Childbirth Class mentioned below) -  An album full of Scriptures to soak to and relaxation exercises with the Holy Spirit to prepare you for a beautiful birth with God. Use it to prepare during pregnancy, and then listen to it during labor as well! Kingdom Childbirth Class – This is my birth class that Alexis took that set her free from fear and transformed her thinking about birth and how to invite God into the whole process. It’s a birth class that empowers you naturally and spiritually to birth your baby in God’s joy and presence! The Bible – So important to get God’s words and truth for your birth into your mind and heart! The Scripture Alexis was standing on is 1 Timothy 2:15 “But women will be saved through childbearing.” The word “saved” here is “sozo” which means: to be kept safe and sound, rescued from injury, peril, and disease, and restored to health and made whole.” So powerful that this is God’s promise to us through childbearing! And that’s exactly what she experienced! For a whole list of Scriptures like this to stand on for your birth, join the Kingdom Birth Class or get the Holy Spirit Labor Relaxation Album! I pray you're so blessed by this episode! Much Love, Kierra

After three C-sections, Jaimie heard the Lord inviting her to trust Him for a VBAC with her 4th baby. It was a scary and lonely road at times when others didn't support her or understand, but God was so faithful through it all. He led her step by step, helped her break out of fear and worry, and taught her to stand on His word above all else.  The journey with God and her beautiful birth story transformed her forever and I pray her story and encouragement transforms you as well! You can connect with Jaimie on Facebook at A VBAC Mom and her Journey and here are some other resources she recommends: VBACfacts.com - Empowering, unbiased facts about VBACs that will build your knowledge and help you make the best decision for you and your family.  ICAN (International Cesarian Awareness Network) - This organization gave Jaimie a list of providers in her area that might support her in a VBAC. They also were a great resource to teach her how to speak to providers.  Thank you so much Jaimie for sharing your heart and story with us!

Throughout her second pregnancy, the Lord led Camaiya through a process of casting out fear, building her faith for the birth, and writing out her specific desires and prayers for the birth. Her preparation with the Lord paid off in the beautiful, empowering birth story that followed. She actually led worship at her church through hard active labor and then after arriving to the hospital, the Lord supernaturally dilated her from 5 cm to 10 cm in a few minutes.  Enjoy her encouraging birth story and the lessons she learned afterwards fighting off postpartum depression and taking each thought captive.  You can connect with Camaiya on Facebook on her personal page at Camaiya Jackson. And here are the resources she recommends: The book Supernatural Childbirth by Jackie Mize. My Online Kingdom Childbirth Class - the class she took that really  helped her prepare physically, mentally, and spiritually for the wonderful birth she had.  Praying you're so blessed by all that Camaiya shared in today's episode! To your beautiful birth, Kierra

Even though the doctors told Elisa she would need to be induced at 36 weeks due to a complication that arose, she entered her birth with peace and excitement knowing that God was still going to show up in it. And He didn’t disappoint her. He blessed her with a presence-filled, supernaturally fast induction that didn’t even end up requiring Pitocin. Listen to her share about her beautiful journey with Him through the pregnancy and birth and how even though all didn’t go as planned, in the end she wouldn’t trade a single detail of it. You can connect with Elisa at elisa.trentham@gmail.com and here are some resources she recommends: 1. A Heavenly Welcome’s online Kingdom Childbirth Class – A birth class that partners the natural and supernatural to break fear and empower you to birth your baby in God’s joy and presence. And it's a class that prepares you to experience God's presence no matter how your birth goes - something that really empowered Elisa in her birth when unexpected complications arose at 36 weeks.  2. Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth - A powerful book by our nation's leading midwife, Ina May Gaskin, on the benefits and joys of natural childbirth and how to trust your body and work with the way it was designed to labor. 3. The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding - A great book to educate and empower mothers to navigate the ups and downs of breastfeeding well and enjoy this gift.  *This post contains affiliate links which means I make a small commission at no extra cost to you if you purchase any of the items through these links. Thanks for your support to keep this podcast running!

God told LeeAnn that He had a surprise in store for her birth, but she never expected it to be a surprise home birth! Listen and laugh with us as she shares about her quick, beautiful, Jesus-filled home birth and how God paved the way each step of the journey.  You can connect with LeeAnn at Savoringjoy@gmail.com and here are the resources she recommends:

• helpher.org for HG help (hyperemesis gravidarum) - unending morning sickness
• A Heavenly Welcome's Kingdom Childbirth Class - A class that partners the natural and supernatural to empower you to birth your baby in God's joy and presence.
• The Birth Partner - A great book with all the details of labor and birth and how your husband can support you well. 

God began to reveal His goodness and love to Candace at a deeper level as she entered her second pregnancy and it radically affected her approach to this birth. She began to believe Him for a supernatural pain-free birth in His glory, and that's exactly what she experienced! May your faith be stirred and your heart encouraged as you listen to her journey and beautiful birth story! Here are links to the resources she recommends:

• A Heavenly Welcome's Kingdom Childbirth Class - A birth class that partners the natural and supernatural to empower you to birth your baby in the joy and presence of God.
• Childbirth in the Glory by Janet Angela Mills - a powerful album of birth declarations and prayers for a beautiful birth in God's glory.