Ep 242//"A Labor of Grace- Saying Yes to God's Design for Pregnancy, Birth and Motherhood" with Madeline Marlatt

Ep 242//"A Labor of Grace- Saying Yes to God's Design for Pregnancy, Birth and Motherhood" with Madeline Marlatt

Author: Aly McClain March 30, 2026 Duration: 56:46
Today’s episode is such a special one because I’m sitting down with one of my dear friends, Madeline Marlatt—you might also know her as @mommamadeline on Instagram. She is now the author of a new book, A Labor of Grace all about God's design for pregnancy, birth and motherhood.  There’s just something different about getting to have these kinds of conversations with women you know and love… and this one felt like we were just sitting on the couch together talking about birth, Jesus, and all the ways He shows up in the middle of it. Madeline is sharing the story of her third homebirth, and you’re going to hear how intentional prayer played such a huge role in her pregnancy and labor—and the very real, specific ways God answered those prayers.Listen to previous episodes with Madeline: Episode 208- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peaceful-homebirth-podcast-homebirth-preparation-for/id1496953110?i=1000705253530 Episode 209- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peaceful-homebirth-podcast-homebirth-preparation-for/id1496953110?i=1000706347042 Episode 211- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peaceful-homebirth-podcast-homebirth-preparation-for/id1496953110?i=1000708986932Follow Madeline on IG- @mommamadelineJoin Her Book Launch 3/31- https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VEhR_bAjRjiphAj0Swu5cg#/registration  Divine Design Homebirth Retreat REPLAY- https://peacefulhomebirth.thrivecart.com/replay/  Support the Show & Connect with Aly   Get your FREE download of Finding Joy in Pregnancy and Birth E-book when you sign up to be a monthly supporter of the podcast- https://peacefulhomebirth.thrivecart.com/phsupport/    SHORT STORY Box and FREE Styling Fee- https://shortstorybox.com/referral/aly8995   Homebirth Hub + Lifetime Access to PHC- peacefulhomebirth.com/homebirthhub   IG- @peacefulhomebirth   Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1D3VuQe4wb/     Other ways to support the mission of Peaceful Homebirth:   Araza- Get 15% off paleo certified beauty that heals with code PEACEFULHOMEBIRTH- https://arazabeauty.com/PEACEFULHOMEBIRTH Fullscript- Highest Quality Supplements at a discount. Create your profile here and get 10% off - https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/amcclain1689257819 $20 off a Yoto: https://refer.yotoplay.com/u7l7c!1b70359b00!a?locale=en Temp drop- 5% off https://tempdrop.refr.cc/default/u/aly001?s=sp&t=cp      

Aly McClain understands that feeling of being pulled in a dozen directions while trying to plan for birth. Her Peaceful Homebirth Podcast is a dedicated space for Christian women who feel a call toward homebirth but are navigating fear, information overload, or the lingering effects of a previous traumatic birth experience. This isn't about adding more noise to the conversation; it's about creating a calm, faith-centered resource for preparation and healing. Within episodes, you'll hear honest conversations that demystify the practicalities of planning a safe homebirth, from understanding your options to building a supportive team. Aly also addresses the emotional and spiritual journey, offering perspectives on reconciling faith with fear and processing past experiences to find hope for a new chapter. The podcast serves as a companion for those seeking to replace anxiety with informed confidence, weaving together the physical, emotional, and spiritual threads of bringing a child into the world in a peaceful, supported environment. It’s for any woman who wants to move beyond the overwhelm and step into her birth with a sense of purpose and deep, personal peace.
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