What First Time Moms Wish Someone Told Them About Pregnancy and Birth

What First Time Moms Wish Someone Told Them About Pregnancy and Birth

Author: Steve and Mary Alessi | Pastors | Christian Parenting and Marriage Mentors July 1, 2026 Duration: 55:08
Ever wonder what first-time moms truly wish someone would tell them about pregnancy, birth, and becoming a mom? In this transparent and often heartfelt episode, sisters Stephanie Alessi Muiña and Gaby Alessi Calatayud, who are both expecting, get real about the unspoken struggles, surprises, and joys of motherhood. You'll learn why comparing yourself to Instagram-perfect moms can set up unrealistic expectations, and how to handle the endless opinions thrown at you during each stage of pregnan...

For anyone navigating the beautiful, complex, and sometimes messy reality of family life, The Family Business with The Alessis: A Christian Parenting and Marriage Podcast offers a grounded and relatable perspective. Hosts Steve and Mary Alessi are not just pastors and mentors; they are at the heart of their own multi-generational family, all serving together on the same church staff. This unique position means they understand the intertwined dynamics of faith, personal relationships, and working alongside loved ones firsthand. Their conversations delve into the practical challenges and profound joys of building a marriage that lasts, raising children with intention, and creating a legacy rooted in Biblical wisdom. With over 200 episodes in their library, this podcast feels like pulling up a chair for an honest talk with seasoned guides who have been in the trenches. You’ll hear discussions that reframe everyday family struggles as opportunities for growth and grace, all while emphasizing why strong families matter to everyone. Tune in for authentic stories, applicable advice, and the encouragement needed to cultivate a healthier, happier home.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

The Family Business with The Alessis: A Christian Parenting and Marriage Podcast
Podcast Episodes
SHE Said: What Wives Wish Their Husbands Understood About Them [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:06
The men had their turn - now the ladies respond. Mary Alessi and her daughters Stephanie Alessi Muiña, Gaby Alessi Calatayud, and daughter-in-law Richelle Alessi dive into the heart of what women really want men to know.…
HE Said: 10 Things Men Wish Their Wives Understood [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:18
Ever wondered what husbands REALLY think about their wives? Get inside the minds of the men of the Family Business as they candidly unpack what’s going on beneath the surface in their relationships, from why men sometime…