logo
episode-header-image
Jun 2024
23m 37s

83. I'm a Mom Now! Giving Birth & Mother...

Michaela Nikolaenko
About this episode
tail spinning
Up next
Mar 11
119. Tarot, Oracle, and Angel Cards | Occult to Orthodoxy Series (Part 5)
Tarot cards, oracle cards, and even “angel cards” are often presented as harmless tools for guidance, self-reflection, or connecting with the spiritual realm. But what does Orthodox Christianity actually teach about them?In this episode of Raised & Redeemed, Michaela Nikolaenko s ... Show More
9m 15s
Mar 4
118. A Priest's Wife on Conversion, Homeschooling, & Biblical Femininity | Ascetic Life of Motherhood | Khouria Destinie Winn
What does the life of a priest's wife actually look like? What made Destinie want to become an Orthodox Christian? In this special episode, I sit down with Khouria Destinie Winn, wife of Fr. David Winn, mother of four, and creator of Ascetic Life of Motherhood, to talk about her ... Show More
1h 26m
Feb 25
117. Crystals, Evil Eyes, Dream Catchers, & Sage : What does Orthodoxy say? | Occult to Orthodoxy Series (Part 4)
In this part 4 of the Occult to Orthodoxy series, I break down crystals, evil eye charms, dream catchers, and sage, all items used in the occult for spiritual protection, from an Orthodox Christian perspective.We answer questions like:• Do crystals actually have power?• Should Or ... Show More
14m 55s
Recommended Episodes
Jul 2025
8 things I've learned since becoming a mom with Mallory Riddaugh
In this episode, I sit down with my sweet friend Mallory Riddaugh—one of my go-to girls for all things motherhood—and we got real about the highs, lows, and holy chaos of being a mom. Mallory shared 8 incredible lessons she’s learned since becoming a mama (trust me, they are GOLD ... Show More
1h 11m
Mar 2021
Siobhan Miller, Founder of The Positive Birth Company®️
<p>Welcome to Friday’s Child the podcast, formally known as Life School ME.</p> <p>When I started Life School back in June 2019 my vision for where I wanted to take the podcast and how it would grow was not 100% clear. I knew I wanted to interview inspiring women and share their ... Show More
46m 34s
Aug 2025
We’re all pregnant, birth confessions & why you need your mom postpartum
Abby, Abigail, and Addy are all pregnant at the same time - and there's a lot to talk about. From which trimester has been the hardest, to what it's really like sharing pregnancy news for the third time, to the moments that make them laugh (and cry) most. They spill birth stories ... Show More
1h 26m
Jul 2019
Ep27: In Home Newborn Care & Breastfeeding Support with Dr. Sonal Patel
My guest on this episode of the All About Pregnancy & Birth podcast, Dr. Sonal Patel, is doing some pretty amazing things to revolutionize care for both moms and babies during the postpartum period. She has a unique model of care where she provides in home care for newborns in th ... Show More
45m 18s
Dec 2024
Welcome to A Bridge to Motherhood: Navigating Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum with Confidence
Send a textFeeling overwhelmed by the unknowns of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum?In this trailer, I’ll introduce you to A Bridge to Motherhood and what you can expect from this podcast.How I’ll help guide you through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with practical advice and ex ... Show More
1m 51s
Mar 2020
13. Series 2 #BumpsandBabies - Ep 2: Founder of Malaak Mama & Baby Care Lily Kandalaft
<p>Welcome to Life School Series 2, #BumpsandBabies!</p> <p>I’m still in the process of recording this series, and my plan was to start releasing episodes once I’d finished recording with all my wonderful guests. However, in light of the current global situation with Coronavirus, ... Show More
59m 26s
Sep 2024
Mothering With An Eternal Perspective
One of the things that freed me up the most in my motherhood journey was realizing that I don't always have to LIKE every single part of being a mom. I don’t have to like the 3 am wake up calls and poop accidents and toddler attitudes in order to do this job joyfully. If nobody’s ... Show More
20m 14s
Dec 2023
74. Building A Supportive Care Team For Pregnancy And Postpartum with Dr. Carly Buxton of Nessle
<p>Your care team is crucial to being in the driver&#39;s seat of your pregnancy and postpartum journey and having the experience that you want. As a first time mom, I definitely felt like I was &quot;swept in&quot; to the healthcare mix and didn&#39;t think to get additional sup ... Show More
37m 46s
Jan 2025
1. From Overwhelmed to Empowered: The Story Behind A Bridge to Motherhood
Send a textIn this debut episode of A Bridge to Motherhood Podcast, I’m opening up about my own journey through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. I’ll share the struggles that shaped me, the turning point that led me to prioritize my own well-being, and how those experiences spar ... Show More
9m 24s
Oct 2025
72. Giving you birth stories, sleepless nights and baby must-haves
<p>Welcome to the world, Lucy Grey! Alex and Jon had a baby and she’s more perfect than you could ever imagine. In this week’s episode, they discuss their trip to the hospital and what it’s like to finally have their daughter in their arms. Yes, it's a bunch of sleepless nights a ... Show More
1h 15m