For This Child I Have Prayed: Recent Episodes
Heather McCreight
This is a podcast where faithful women share their journey to motherhood and how it has been marked by the goodness of God. Whether you are struggling with infertility, wrestling with postpartum or navigating adoption, my prayer is that you are inspired and uplifted by their testimonies of just how faithful Our Creator truly is.
After our second failed IUI just less than a week from Christmas, my heart has been feeling so heavy. I recently received this email from our fertility clinic that reminded me where my hope comes from and that although this Christmas season may not be bringing my husband and I news of our future baby, it is bringing us so much more - God's love, grace and miracle working power. It has encouraged me and increased my faith and I pray it does the same for you.
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Ashley will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes wrestling with God through loss and anxiety disorder and leaning on His faithfulness and steady hand through the storm.
Scripture noted in this episode:
"He will not let your foot be moved; he who keeps you will not slumber" Psalm 121:3
"For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God." Romans 8:26-28
St. Patrick's Prayer
You can find Ashley Tayor on Instagram at @amtaylor7911
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today's episode, Cady will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes witnessing first hand how God rebuilds, redeems and restores through grief, anxiety and trusting in His sovereignty.
Resources shared in this episode:
"A Grief Observed" by C.S. Lewis
"Her Grief Was Heard" by Cady Patterson
Scripture noted in this episode:
"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope." Romans 15:13
Psalm 139
You can find Cady Patterson on Instagram at @cadymorganpatterson
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Jess will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes overcoming addiction, keeping her faith through a miscarriage and being open to receiving God’s plan through infertility. Her story is one of victory, grace and redemption and it’s going to bless your socks off!
You can reach out to Jess on Instagram, @Jlojohnson19
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In todays episode, Madi will be sharing her role as a birth, postpartum and bereavement doula and how she supports and walks alongside women on their journey to motherhood.
Resources shared in this episode:
The Doula Effect: Upstate, SC (documentary)
@pregnancyafterloss on Instagram
You can contact Madi and learn more about her services on her website, www.doulabesties.com
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today's episode, Skyler will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes losing her son at four days old from trisomy but goes on to tell how God redeemed her loss, broke the chains of trauma and healed her heart.
Resources shared in this episode:
@gathering_hope - an Instagram community for miscarriage and infant loss survivors
The Circle Maker by Mark Batterson
Scripture share in this episode:
"to provide for those who mourn in Zion; to give them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, festive oil instead of mourning, and splendid clothes instead of despair. And they will be called righteous trees, planted by the Lord to glorify him." Isaiah 61:3
You can find Skyler on Instagram and read more of her testimony in her blog at @restomysoul
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Sydney will be sharing her journey to motherhood that she is still currently on. We are calling this Part 1 because we are believing for her miracle rainbow baby and in God’s faithfulness that He has already shown her and her husband through a cancer diagnosis. Sydney’s hope is that women listening who are also still waiting on their promise are encouraged by her story and won’t feel so alone.
Scripture noted in this episode:
"I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your wonders of old. I will ponder all your work, and meditate on your mighty deeds." Psalm 77: 11-12
If you would like to reach out to Sydney, you can find her on Instagram at @sydneyaredd
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Summer will be sharing her journey to motherhood that began with a promise from God and how he remained faithful and personal even through hardship.
Scripture noted in this episode:
The story of Abraham and Sarah, Genesis 17-21
You can find Summer Bowie on Instagram at @summerbowie1 and at @victoryatl where her and her husband are Senior Pastors
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Megan will be sharing her journey to motherhood where she highlights key refining moments throughout her four pregnancies and births and different stages of motherhood where God was walking through the fire with her, shaping her to reflect His image.
Resource shared in this episode:
"The Refining Process"
Scripture noted in this episode:
"But now thus says the LORD, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: "Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through the fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you. For I am the LORD your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior. I give Egypt as your ransom, Cush and Seba in exchange for you." Isaiah 43:1-3
You can find Megan Hall on Instagram at @seekhimfirstmom
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Debbie will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes more than a decade of infertility and multiple rounds of fertility treatments but which always highlights how personal and intentional our God is and how He truly knows the desires of our hearts.
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Brittany will be sharing her journey to motherhood and how the power of prayer and sharing her infertility struggles with her community blessed not only her and her husband, but those who had shared her burden as well.
Scripture noted in this episode: "Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours." Mark 11:24
You can find Brittany Braswell on Instagram at @brittanybraswellrd, her podcast "The Joy-Filled Eater" and on her website www.brittanybraswellrd.com
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Chelsey will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes wrestling with the stigma the church has with infertility and IVF and experiencing firsthand how God works miracles beyond our comprehension.
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather McCreight will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Jade will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes multiple consecutive miscarriages, fear of the unknown and need for validation but through the power of prayer and God’s redemption, ends with a double rainbow.
You can find Jade Ticer on Instagram at @jadeticer_twinmama
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather McCreight will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Sylvia will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes 18 years of infertility, trusting God’s plan and worshiping through the wait.
Scripture noted in this episode:
"Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!” Psalm 46:10
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather McCreight will be in touch!
In todays episode, Kate will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes struggling with anxiety throughout most of her life and PPA and PPD after her first pregnancy, but experienced a peace that surpassed all understanding during her second pregnancy and learned that God was right there with her.
Scripture noted in this episode:
"As for you, O LORD, you will not restrain your mercy from me; your steadfast love and your faithfulness will preserve me; As for me, I am poor and needy, but the Lord takes thought for me. You are my help and my deliverer; do not delay, O my God!" Psalm 40:11,17
You can find Kate DelloStritto on Instagram at @soteriabirthdoula
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather McCreight will be in touch!
In today's episode I am sharing how a text from a friend on the day of my 35th birthday was truly a prophetic gift and answered prayer and gave me so much encouragement for what this year is going to bring.
Scripture noted in this episode:
"Sorrow and mourning will disappear, and they will be filled with joy and gladness." Isaiah 35:10
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather McCreight will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Tina will be sharing her journey to motherhood that began with infertility and how through the doubt and heartache, she got to experience His intimate love and that there truly is no one like our God.
Scripture noted in this episode:
"Your way, O God, is holy. What god is great like our God? You are the God who works wonders; you have made known your might among the peoples."
Psalm 77:13-14
"Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me." John 14:1
"Who is like the Lord our God, who is seated on high. Who looks far down on the heavens and the earth? He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the ash heap, to make them sit with princes, with the princes of his people. He gives the barren woman a home, making her the joyous mother of children. Praise the Lord!" Psalm 113:5-9
You can find Tina Atkinson on Instagram at @tinalatkinson
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather McCreight will be in touch!
In todays episode, Heather will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes breaking down the idols of marriage and being a mother, managing expectations, struggling with PPD and allowing God to be her greatest desire.
Resources shared in this episode:
"Compared to Who?" Podcast
"Compared to Who?" Book
"The Burden of Better" Book
"The Burden of Better: How to Live a Comparison-Free Life" YouVersion Bible Reading Plan
You can find Heather Creekmore on Instagram at @comparedtowho and on her website, https://comparedtowho.me/
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather McCreight will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Semone will be sharing her journey to motherhood that highlights the divine plan that God had for her and her family that included infertility, foster care and adoption and how He truly answers the desires of our hearts.
Scripture noted in this episode:
"Children are a blessing and a gift from the Lord." Psalm 127:3
Resource shared in this episode:
"Supernatural Childbirth" by Jackie Mize
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Monica will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes a painful divorce and learning to lean into God and the power of prayer.
Scripture noted in this episode: "You shall not be partial in judgement. You shall hear the small and the great alike. You shall not be intimidated by anyone, for the judgement is God’s. And the case that is too hard for you, you shall bring it to me, and I will hear it." Deuteronomy 1:17
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today's episode, Jordyn will be sharing two different stories that include infertility, loss, fostering and adoption and how even after all the losses and heartache, she never felt alone or discouraged but always protected even in the darkest time.
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Stephanie will be sharing her journey to motherhood that begins with an unplanned pregnancy and the fear of going through that alone, but then led her to the realization that God provides for all of our needs and that He was walking the path right along side her.
Scripture noted in this episode: "For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother's womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well." Psalm 139:13-14
"Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us" Ephesians 3:20
Resource shared in this episode:
Embrace Grace
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Ashley will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes receiving a nudge from God to pursue foster care and adoption after learning her and her husband are both carriers for a serious disease.
Resource shared in this episode:
Jamie Finn's Foster the Family Blog
You can reach out to Ashley on Facebook, @AshleyRunde
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Brittany will be sharing her journey to motherhood that begins with a discouraging health diagnosis and devastating family loss, but concludes with an awe-inspiring testimony of just how truly remarkable our God is and how He can turn sorrow into dancing!
Scripture noted in this episode: “I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 15:33
Resources shared in the episode:
Nancy's Nook Endometriosis Education Facebook Group
You can find Brittany on Instagram at @brittkirsch
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Rachel will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes struggle, loss and heartache, but also a beautiful reminder that God was always with her and fighting for her and He is the ultimate Promise Keeper.
Scripture noted in this episode: "The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still." Exodus 14:14
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today's episode, I am sharing a personal revelation God shared with me recently while I was crying out for Him to speak to me. We are calling this Part 1 because there is much more I want to share about my journey to motherhood, but felt that it was important to share this portion in real time to encourage a woman who is also pleading for God to answer their prayers.
Resources shared in the podcast:
NLT Thrive Women's Devotional Bible
"Partnering with Heaven: Watering Seeds of Hope in the Dessert" by Jessica Satterfield
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Allison will be sharing her journey to motherhood that begins with infertility and loss and ends in God opening the door to adoption in His perfect timing.
If you are in the Auburn, Alabama area and interested in more information on Allison's small group that supports women going through infertility, you can send an email to hello@forthischildihaveprayed.net
If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!
In today’s episode, Larsyn will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes loss but also the goodness of God through community and His redemption.
You can find Larsyn on Instagram at @larsyn.runion.cross
In today’s episode, Megan will be sharing her journey to motherhood and the struggle that came with the waiting after an early complication at the beginning of her pregnancy and how the Lord taught her to wait on Him and trust in Him fully.
Scripture noted in this episode: “I waited patiently for the LORD; he turned to me and heard my cry.” Psalm 49:1 and “The Lord is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving.” Psalm 28:7
You can find Megan on Instagram at @seekhimfirstmom
In today's episode Jennifer Goins shares her journey to motherhood that included years of infertility and loss but how she clung on to a prophetic word that her and her husband received and drew nearer to God to help increase her faith.
Scripture noted in this episode: "He gives the barren woman a home, making her the joyous mother of children. Praise the Lord!" Psalm 113:9
Jennifer and Jason Goins also offer marriage coaching and you can check them out on their Facebook page, Goins4Family, and on their website https://www.goins4family.com/
Welcome to For This Child I Have Prayed podcast! I wanted to give you a quick "why" behind why I wanted to start this podcast and what my prayer is for this show before we jump in!
On my own journey to becoming a mother, I have found so much encouragement in listening to other women share their testimonies of how faithful our Creator is. I believe that there are others out there who are also in need of hope, so I wanted to create a space where stories are shared and faith is found - thus the creation of For This Child I Have Prayed! The podcast officially launches January 4th with new journeys to motherhood being shared every Wednesday, so be sure to subscribe and follow so you don't miss a single episode! I can't wait to see what God does!