Do you struggle to overcome shame or past failures? Is is hard for you to celebrate small wins?Today, we welcome life coach Taryn Nergaard who will help us to understand how to process shame and failure in a healthier way. She’ll teach us how

27. How to Deal with the Grief of Infertility

May 4th, 2021 41m 26s

For those who have gone through infertility, you know what a grief trigger Mother's Day can be. It can bring up disappointment, hurt, and messy, complex feelings. But here's the part we don't always talk about: there can also be joy.Thelma Nie

26. Self Care Practices for Better Mental Health

Apr 14th, 2021 35m 48s

How can we care for our souls in the midst of difficulty? What tools can we use when we’re stuck in negativity, bitterness, grief, and more?On this episode, Kristin Vanderlip will show us how to use tools to help us become unstuck from our neg

25. The Power of a Life-Changing Bible Study Group

Mar 24th, 2021 36m 24s

Do you ever wonder what makes a great Bible study group?In this podcast episode, I’m joined by Cyndee Ownbey, the author of Rethinking Women's Ministry: Biblical, Practical Tools for Cultivating a Flourishing Community. Cyndee serves as a ment

24. How to Wait Well: Practical ways to embrace seasons of waiting and how to draw near to God in them

Mar 10th, 2021 37m 2s

Waiting is something we all have painfully endured. Whether it’s waiting on a decision, waiting for a baby, or waiting for an answer to prayer. Seasons of waiting will happen for all of us.But how do we wait well?Jazmin Frank has spent much o

23. Intentional Parenting: Habits for Healthier Families

Feb 24th, 2021 30m 30s

Let’s face it, parenting is hard.When you’re in the trenches of parenting, you need all the help you can get. Sometimes we get stuck just trying to survive the day when we know we should be more intentional in our parenting.But how do we do t

22. Keys to Building a Strong Marriage

Feb 10th, 2021 31m 52s

Being intentional in your marriage is challenging no matter whether you’ve been married one year or fifty.Today's guest is Laura Thomas, who is an author of both romantic suspense novels and Christian nonfiction (and many more). She is passion

21. How to Begin and Maintain a Bible Reading Habit

Jan 27th, 2021 29m 38s

If you’ve struggled to stick with a Bible reading habit, or you want to know how to start, today we’re talking about practical tips for incorporating it into our schedules all year long.Our guest today is Eva Kubasiak. She is passionate about

20. How to Improve Your Mental Health

Jan 13th, 2021 29m 13s

We’re talking about managing your mental health in the new year and how you can take care of yourself and focus more on Jesus this year.BIG NEWS: I’ve got a new co-host who’s joining me on the Made for Hope Podcast. Katy Epling is a mom to thr

19. A Fresh Approach to Your New Year’s Resolutions

Dec 30th, 2020 7m 38s

How do you approach a new year without knowing what the year holds? Can you plan for the new year without having goals? You sure can!Today, I’ll be sharing some inspiring tips that I’ve found useful for the new year including:—How to set a sp

18. How to Create a Meaningful Christmas This Year

Dec 16th, 2020 10m 56s

Are you looking for ways to create smaller, more memorable holiday traditions this year? Today, I have ten ways for you to create a meaningful Christmas in the midst of a different kind of holiday season.This is the year to discover new tradit

17. Creating Simple and Stress-Free Christmas Traditions with Victoria Duerstock

Dec 2nd, 2020 25m 34s

Are you feeling overwhelmed about creating a memorable holiday in the midst of a challenging year? Do you need some new inspiration for your family this Christmas?Join guest Victoria Duerstock and me for this Christmas edition of the Made for

16. Finding Hope through Infertility with Rebekah Fox

Nov 18th, 2020 25m 36s

Infertility brings a silent grief that few recognize or acknowledge. Today's guest, Rebekah Fox, talks openly about the journey of infertility and how she found healing through her walk with God.If you have a friend who is going through infert

15. Learning about Adoption and Foster Parenting with Jillana Goble

Nov 4th, 2020 25m 32s

What is it like to be an adoptive or foster family? Today, we hear from adoptive and foster parent, Jillana Goble, and give you an insider’s look, highlighting both the beauty and challenges that come with the foster parenting journey. You’ll

14. How to Help a Friend after Losing a Baby with Jenny Albers

Oct 21st, 2020 20m 36s

Writer Jenny Albers described her life as "normal and average," but all that changed when she had a son who was stillborn. After that, life became unrecognizable. Jenny talks openly about what it’s like to go through the loss of a baby and says

13. The Silent Grief of Miscarriage

Oct 7th, 2020 18m 30s

This month is National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Month, a time to remember the moms and dads who remember and grieve the babies they lost.The Made for Hope Podcast is honoring those families by sharing stories about miscarriage and infant loss

Mothering a Child with Down Syndrome with Katy Epling

Sep 23rd, 2020 24m 33s

Do you know someone who has a child with special needs? Today's guest, Katy Epling, shares the story of her son’s diagnosis of Down Syndrome. It’s an episode that not only touches on the shock and grief every parent experiences, but how she fou

12. Mothering a Child with Down Syndrome with Katy Epling

Sep 23rd, 2020 24m 33s

11. How to Have Hope Again After a Divorce with guest, Jodi Rosser

Sep 9th, 2020 23m 48s

Today we’re talking about broken relationships, which is one of the most painful experiences that we can go through, especially when it’s a marriage. For writer and podcast host, Jodi Rosser, her divorce felt like the death of her dreams. But i

10. Helping Someone with Anxiety and Depression: A conversation with Lakeshia Poole

Aug 26th, 2020 20m 41s

If you’re struggling with your mental health, it’s not uncommon to think you’re the only one. For today’s guest, author Lakeshia Poole, her teen years were when her struggle began, leading to thoughts about ending her life. This episode deals

9. From Career Woman to Homeschooling Mom with JJ Gutierrez

Aug 12th, 2020 32m 42s

JJ Gutierrez left her six-figure sales career to do something she never thought she’d do: homeschool her daughter.JJ never imagined herself in the role of homeschooling mom. She was on a career track, but she recognized that something had to c

8. Eight Ideas for Remembering a Loved One Who Has Passed Away

Jul 29th, 2020 18m 22s

Remembering special dates is an important aspect of marking milestones as a family. It’s good to celebrate, but it’s also good to hold space for other kinds of family memories. One that can be particularly healing is remembering a loved one who

7. Books to Read When You’re Hurting

Jul 15th, 2020 24m 38s

Know a friend going through a tough time?Who doesn’t?Grief and loss are universal human emotions and books can be especially healing. They remind us we're not alone in our pain.We’re mixing it up for the summer and doing a special summer ser

6. Ten Things Your Grieving Friend Wishes You Knew

Jul 1st, 2020 24m 17s

We’re mixing it up for the summer and doing a special summer series called "Things I’d like to know about grief, but was afraid to ask…"Today we're diving into the difficult topic of understanding our friend's grief. This episode is for you i

5. Dealing with the Loss of a Child with guest Bekah Bowman

Jun 16th, 2020 23m 49s

This episode is for you if you’ve ever received a difficult diagnosis for your child or you’ve experienced the loss of a child. Even if you know someone who has—this is an incredible conversation around loss and faith that will inspire you to f