Purpose Beyond Motherhood
Religion & Spirituality
About
Find Your God-Given Purpose Beyond Infertility and Motherhood The Purpose Beyond Motherhood Podcast is a space for women walking through infertility, miscarriage, loss, or the ache of unfulfilled motherhood. Through real conversations and interviews, you’ll hear stories of hope and encouragement that remind you you’re not alone. Each episode points you back to God’s Word, your secure identity in Christ, and the unique gifts He’s given you to live with purpose — even in seasons of waiting or grief.
Episodes
- Mother’s Day and Infertility: How to Protect Your Peace, Set Boundaries, and Feel Seen
This episode addresses the complexities of Mother's Day for those experiencing infertility or loss. It offers guidance on protecting peace, setting boundaries, preparing for the day, and navigating potentially difficult situations, emphasi…
- 3 Ways to Support a Friend or Spouse Through Infertility
This episode of the Purpose Beyond Motherhood Podcast discusses three practical ways to support a friend or spouse through infertility. It covers using declarations to remain anchored in truth and finding gentle next steps for support and…
- Inviting God Into Your Disappointment With Infertility
In this episode of Purpose Beyond Motherhood, Nicole and Holly discuss how to invite God into the disappointment and grief associated with infertility. They offer encouragement on trusting God's character and staying connected to Him throu…
- When Infertility and Loss Feel Too Heavy: Endometriosis, Miscarriage, and Healing with Heather LaVigne
Heather LaVigne joins Purpose Beyond Motherhood to discuss her journey through infertility, IVF, secondary infertility, and multiple losses. She also shares her experience with endometriosis and the process of healing and finding community…
- You Are Still God’s Masterpiece in This Season of Infertility
This episode features counselor Monica Bates discussing how infertility impacts self-perception, emotional health, and faith. The conversation addresses naming feelings, the effects of grief and stress, and finding wholeness in God while w…
- Holding Space for Grief: A Conversation with Rachel Dickey
This episode features Rachel Dickey discussing pregnancy loss, grief, and advocacy. Topics include navigating loss, understanding grief, honoring children, and finding support through faith and resources.
- Infertility, IVF, and Adoption: Dalton & Jenni’s Story of Faith and Marriage
Dalton and Jenni McGaha discuss their journeys with miscarriage, IVF, and adoption, detailing how they navigated these experiences with faith and maintained their marriage. The episode covers the emotional and practical aspects of infertil…
- Holidays in the Waiting: Finding Hope When You’re Longing to Be a Mom w/ Shana-Lee Scott
In the Purpose Beyond Motherhood podcast, Nicole and Holly host Shana-Lee Scott to discuss the emotional challenges of the holiday season for those longing to be mothers. Scott shares her personal journey through infertility, including med…
- Steadfast Hope in a Heavy World: Scripture for Infertility and Motherhood
In this Purpose Beyond Motherhood episode, Nicole and Holly share practical ways to maintain steadfast hope through infertility, loss, and the challenges of motherhood by focusing on scripture and community.
- Welcome to Purpose Beyond Motherhood
This episode introduces the Purpose Beyond Motherhood Podcast, dedicated to women navigating infertility, miscarriage, loss, or the desire for motherhood. It aims to provide honest conversations and stories of hope, directing listeners to…
- Scripture in the Waiting: Bible Study for Infertility and Beyond Motherhood
Nicole and Holly discuss engaging with God's word during infertility, miscarriage, or childlessness. They share how different Bible translations, devotionals, and study tools helped them stay rooted in Scripture during seasons of waiting a…
- Navigating Infertility with Faith: Finding Hope in the Waiting
Nicole and Holly share personal experiences and scriptures that provided comfort while navigating infertility. The episode highlights the significance of community, faith, and trusting in divine timing during periods of waiting.
- So Much More Than Jewelry: Stacked With Purpose
This episode features Sarah, founder of Stacked With Purpose, a prophetic jewelry company. The discussion covers her journey from a mission trip to starting a business that creates jewelry reminding women of their identity in Christ, explo…
- An Invitation to Rest in the Lord with Becky Thompson
Becky Thompson, author and founder of the Midnight Mom Devotional, shares her journey of faith, healing, and prayer. She discusses the inspiration behind the Midnight Mom Devotional, a prayer movement for mothers, and her book Healing Rest…
- Holy Ground: Creating Space for Healing for Bereaved Mothers with Moria Rooney
This episode features Moria Rooney discussing her personal loss and the founding of Mother of Wilde, a ministry supporting grieving mothers. She shares details about her new Holy Ground retreat, focusing on healing, faith, and finding iden…
- “So Now What?”: Finding Purpose Beyond Infertility with Lana Manikowski
Lana Manikowski shares her personal journey through infertility and how she found purpose by launching the "So Now What Podcast," becoming a life coach, and writing a book about fulfillment beyond motherhood. The episode offers encourageme…
- Mean Girls, Infertility & Jesus
The podcast finale for Season 6 of Purpose Beyond Motherhood focuses on the impact of our words, particularly self-talk. It encourages listeners to speak to themselves with kindness, reflecting God's loving view of them, and to fill their…
- Finding Grace In Grief: The Power of Lament with Clayr Simnacher
Clayr Simnacher shares her experience with grief and the practice of lament, discussing how to bring pain before God. The episode covers compound grief, uncertainty, and the biblical practice of lament, noting that grief is not weakness.
- A Posture of Surrender: A Conversation with Brandie Thomas
In this episode, Brandi Thomas discusses her personal journey of faith, the challenges of infertility, and the path to adoption. She shares insights on surrendering to God's plan and the significance of open adoption.
- Faith in the Hard Places with Angela Mackey
Angela Mackey joins Purpose Beyond Motherhood to discuss maintaining faith during difficult times, such as infertility or illness. The episode shares personal experiences and scriptural insights on trusting God through uncertainty and the…
- Joy Is Our Weapon: A Conversation with Tiffany Jo Baker
Tiffany Jo Baker rejoins the Purpose Beyond Motherhood podcast to discuss "Joy Is Our Weapon," focusing on navigating infertility, faith, and purpose. The episode explores how to cultivate joy, even during difficult times.
- Why We’re Here: The Purpose Beyond Motherhood
Nicole and Holly share the heart behind the Purpose Beyond Motherhood podcast, discussing the Lord's gifts, finding purpose through pain, and the ministry's impact via Twelve12 Ministries. They express gratitude for the community and their…
- Encore Episode: Infertility & the Difficult Conversations that Come During the Holidays
This encore episode of Purpose Beyond Motherhood provides tools for navigating difficult holiday conversations related to infertility. It offers strategies for maintaining peace, setting boundaries, and gracefully exiting triggering discus…
- Twelve 12 Day Special Episode: Breaking the Stigma of Infertility with Dr. Collins and Legacy Place
This episode features Dr. Collins, an expert in reproductive endocrinology and infertility, discussing the emotional and spiritual aspects of infertility. He shares personal insights and advice for couples facing fertility challenges, emph…
- Crown Straightener: Creating a More Positive Culture Among Women
This episode of Purpose Beyond Motherhood explores the concept of being a "crown straightener," emphasizing the importance of lifting up other women rather than engaging in comparison or criticism. It advocates for fostering a culture of l…
- Dancing Through Life: How God Transformed Nicole’s Story
Nicole details her journey from backup dancing to experiencing loss and infertility, ultimately founding Twelve 12 Ministries. The episode explores how she found a new purpose in supporting women through faith and trusting divine timing.
- Refined Legacy Men’s Panel: Stories of Strength and Transformation
The Purpose Beyond Motherhood podcast features a men’s panel from Refined Legacy, discussing strength, faith, and transformation through biblical examples like Jacob and Abraham, and personal experiences. Panelists share insights on overco…
- Holding Hope and Finding Community Through Infertility: A Conversation with Emily Landers
Emily Landers joins hosts Holly & Nicole to discuss the emotional challenges of infertility, focusing on finding hope, community support, and navigating the holidays. The conversation includes trusting God's timing and offers encouragement…
- Embrace Grace: Amy Ford on Walking in Obedience and Support for Unexpected Pregnancies
Amy Ford, founder of Embrace Grace, explains how the organization empowers churches nationwide to offer Gospel-centered support for women and families experiencing unexpected pregnancies. The episode highlights the journey of Embrace Grace…
- Being Bold Is Not the Absence of Feeling Fear With Mary Duperval
Mary Duperval joins the podcast to discuss boldness, vulnerability, and faith. She shares her personal journey of embracing her identity and trusting God with her weaknesses to be used for His glory, emphasizing showing up boldly through s…
- The Power of Friendship: A Conversation with Jaclyn Bowe
Holly talks with her friend Jaclyn Bowe about the importance of friendship, particularly how their bond developed through motherhood. They cover navigating busy times, nurturing relationships, and the value of vulnerability and showing up…
- Foster Care and Faith: Trusting God’s Path to Parenthood with Nicole Bowman
Nicole Bowman discusses her family's experiences with foster care and infertility on Purpose Beyond Motherhood. She shares how faith guided their journey to adopting two children and reflects on trusting God's plan through life's challenge…
- Grace in the Waiting: Vivian Smith's Journey Through Secondary Infertility
Vivian Smith shares her experience with secondary infertility on the Purpose Beyond Motherhood podcast, detailing her journey with her husband Weston, their faith, and finding joy amidst challenges.
- Refined Panel Discussion: A Conversation on Infertility, Loss, and Hope
This episode features a panel discussion on infertility and loss from the Refined Conference, offering fellowship and shared stories. Registration and contact information for Twelve 12 Ministries are also provided.
- Hazel's Birth: A Testament to God's Grace and Promise
Nicole and Holly share personal updates and reflect on God's faithfulness. Holly recounts the story of her daughter Hazel's birth, emphasizing the peace and presence of God during her pregnancy and delivery.
- Catching Up and Taking a Breather: Our Summer Sendoff
Holly and Nicole, hosts of Purpose Beyond Motherhood, share life updates including the birth of baby Hazel. They announce a summer break for the podcast, planning to return in the fall, and encourage listener engagement.
- Welcome to the Purpose Beyond Motherhood Podcast
This podcast aims to support women experiencing infertility and motherhood, ensuring they do not feel alone. It offers hope and encourages joy, patience, and faithfulness.
- Healing After A Medically Advised Abortion with Jenny Foster
Jenny Foster shares her experience with medically advised abortion and her journey through healing with Jesus Christ. She co-authored a textbook and later published a memoir,
- Legacy After Infertility with BonnieRuth
BonnieRuth discusses her journey through infertility, miscarriage, and a hysterectomy, leading to childlessness. She and her husband founded Legacy Place, a ministry supporting couples facing infertility and loss, aiming to help them redef…
- The Heart of the Lord for His Daughters in the Midst of Infertility with Preston Morrison
Preston Morrison speaks on Gods love and presence for those experiencing infertility and loss, acknowledging the unintentional pain that can arise within church communities and offering a message of hope and divine support.
- Trusting Jesus in the Storm with Elaine Fisher
Elaine Fisher discusses her personal faith journey and offers guidance on facing life's challenges with courage by relying on Jesus and scripture. The episode covers themes of fear, finding strength in faith, and protecting one's spiritual…
- Considering IVF? Let's Talk About It
This bonus episode of Purpose Beyond Motherhood features Holly sharing her personal IVF journey. Topics include preparing for IVF consultations, hysteroscopy procedures, medications, injections, testing, egg retrieval, and considerations f…
- Enduring Faith: Vanessa’s Story of Hope Amidst Twin Pregnancy Loss
Vanessa Grant shares her personal story of faith and hope following the loss of her monoamniotic twins. The episode details her experience with the rare condition, the difficult decisions she faced, and how she found strength and hope duri…
- Improving Reproductive Health: Exploring the Creighton Method with Caitlin Estes
Caitlin Estes explains the Creighton Method, a fertility awareness-based method, and discusses its role in understanding women's reproductive health and whole body health.
- God’s Redemption: A Story of Love, Loss, & Adoption with Lisa Robertson
Lisa Robertson discusses her experiences with early pregnancy, a health crisis leading to a hysterectomy, and her subsequent journey through IVF, foster care, and adoption. She is the Executive Director of Hope Bridge, an organization that…
- Walking Hand in Hand with the Holy Spirit Through Infertility with Bailey Henry
Bailey Henry joins Purpose Beyond Motherhood to discuss her journey through infertility, loss, and adoption. She shares how she navigated these experiences with her faith and the guidance of the Holy Spirit, offering encouragement to other…
- Bringing Hope to Loss Moms with Rachel Lohman
Rachel Lohman discusses her experience with pregnancy loss and how creating polymer clay earrings became a creative outlet that evolved into a business. She now uses her platform to share stories of other loss mothers and has written a boo…
- Refined: Finding Hope in Infertility & Loss with Holly
Holly discusses her experience with infertility and loss, covering topics such as trusting God, advocating with medical professionals, and maintaining healthy relationships during difficult times. The episode also touches on her IVF journe…
- God Has the Final Word: Dr. Katrina’s Story
Dr. Katrina Gallagher recounts her experience with medically induced menstrual cycles and her journey to natural healing through faith and chiropractic care. She shares how seeking the Lord led to a miracle, inspiring her to open Triada Ch…
- Discovering Your Identity in Christ with Dr. Irini Fambro
Dr. Irini Fambro joins Purpose Beyond Motherhood to discuss God-given authority in Christ, speaking truth over one's life, identity in Christ, and taking thoughts captive. The episode emphasizes awareness of spiritual attacks and using fai…