Welcome back to Gotta Marry Well Podcast Series!
In this episode, we’re diving into Part Three of our marriage series: Growing Your Family. I’m joined by Danielle Bean, a mother of eight, writer, and podcaster who brings incredible wisdom and faith-based insight to the joys and challenges of growing a family.
Outline
Danielle’s Story:
Danielle shares her and her husband Dan’s journey of deciding to grow their family.
Faith and Family Planning:
We discuss how faith shaped Danielle’s family planning journey, including trusting in God’s timing and staying open to His will, even when plans didn’t go as expected.
Balancing Work, Family, and Marriage:
Danielle shares her approach to balancing a growing family with work and marriage.
Advice for Couples Considering Parenthood:
Danielle offers practical advice for couples discerning whether they are ready to grow their family. She highlights the importance of communication, prayer, and mutual support.
Maintaining Your Marriage Amidst Parenthood:
We reflect on how Danielle and her husband keep their marriage a priority while raising children. She shares strategies for staying connected and nurturing the marital bond, even during the busiest seasons.
Challenges in Growing a Family:
Danielle discusses some of the unexpected challenges she faced as her family grew, from financial pressures to emotional struggles, and how she and her husband leaned on faith and each other to overcome them.
Involving Children in the Faith:
Danielle shares practical tips for fostering a faith-filled home, including making prayer a regular part of family life and finding ways to engage children in their faith journey.
The Rewards of Raising a Family:
Danielle reflects on the most rewarding aspects of family life.
Practical Advice for New Parents:
As a final takeaway, Danielle offers actionable advice for couples embarking on the journey of parenthood, encouraging them to trust in God, lean on each other, and embrace the adventure ahead.
Final Thoughts
Danielle closes with words of encouragement for couples considering or beginning their journey of growing a family, reminding listeners to trust in God’s plan and to cherish the beautiful chaos of family life.
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