Foundations for the Childbearing Years
Allison Roose
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A podcast for married couples who don’t have children yet but want to approach pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with wisdom, clarity, and confidence. Hosted by Allison Roose, each episode offers biblical and practical insight to help you lay strong foundations before the journey of childbearing begins.
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Ep. 18: My Birth Stories!
I’m back after giving birth to our fourth kiddo! I am a sucker for a birth story, so I thought it was finally time for me to share my own! I hope they encourage you and maybe make you laugh a time or…
Ep. 17: My Husband’s (Hot) Takes: Pregnancy, Birth, and Breastfeeding
In the final episode of the series, I bring my husband onto the mic to get his perspective on the topics we’ve tackled so far — from choosing to have kids, to embracing pregnancy with joy, to why we…
Ep. 16: Breastfeeding Is Best - And My Tips to Actually Make It Successful
In this episode, I open up about why I’m unapologetically biased toward breastfeeding — biblically, biologically, and practically. We dig into God’s design for feeding infants, the unmatched benefits…
S2E3 Ep. 15: Your First Birth Is Not A “Trial Run” - Why Home Birth Should Be the Norm
In this episode, I’m sharing my unfiltered take on why I believe home birth is the safest, most empowering option for most low-risk moms. From an Aesop’s fable about fear to what I’ve seen as a mom…
S2E2 Ep. 14: If You've Been Told To Dread Pregnancy, Listen to This
In this episode, we’re talking about something that culture often gets wrong — pregnancy. I’m sharing why pregnancy is actually amazing — physically, emotionally, and spiritually — and how our…
S2E1 Ep. 13: Why Have Kids At All?
In a culture that often questions whether having children is worth it, what does the Bible actually say? In this episode, we explore the biblical case for children — that they are a gift, a blessing,…
Ep. 12: One Mom’s Journey to Owning Her Births w/ Amanda Briscoe
What does it look like to grow in confidence as a mom from one birth to the next? In this episode, I sit down with my friend Amanda, who shares her journey of having three very different births —…
S1E11 Ep. 11: You Are the Boss of Your Postpartum
The postpartum season is tender, sacred, and often overlooked — but it’s also a time when you need to step into your role as the boss. In this episode, we’ll talk about what that looks like right…
S1E10 Ep. 10: You Are the Boss of Your Birth
Birth doesn’t have to be something that just happens to you. In this episode, we’re talking about how to step into your role as the boss of your birth — why this mindset can help prevent trauma, the…
S1E9 Ep. 9: You Are the Boss of Your Pregnancy
It’s easy to assume that doctors, midwives, or “the experts” know best when it comes to pregnancy — but the truth is, you are the one responsible for your body and your baby. In this episode, we’ll…
S1E8 Ep. 8: Nourishing Your Body & Soul While Trying to Conceive
Thinking about trying to conceive—or already on that journey? In this episode, we’re talking about what it looks like to care for your whole self—body and soul—while preparing for pregnancy.I’ll…
S1E7 Ep. 7: Surprise! You’re Pregnant (On the Honeymoon) w/ Kinnsey Tripode
In this episode, I’m joined by my dear friend Kinnsey to talk about something that would catch a lot of couples off guard—getting pregnant right away after getting married. For Kinnsey, that meant on…
S1E6 Ep. 6: On Postpartum: Planning for the Weeks Everyone Forgets
We spend so much time preparing for birth, but so often the postpartum season catches us off guard — physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Culture tells us to “bounce back,” push through, and be…
S1E5 Ep. 5: The Truth About Birth: What Culture Won’t Tell You
Is childbirth something to fear… or something to embrace with strength, purpose, and peace?In today’s episode of Foundations for the Childbearing Years, we’re shifting the narrative around childbirth…
S1E4 Ep. 4: Reframing Pregnancy - Trading Cultural Lies for Biblical Truth
What if pregnancy isn’t something to fear or just get through — but something to honor, prepare for, and even embrace with peace?In this episode, we’re confronting the cultural messages that shape…
S1E3 Ep. 3: Why Sooner Might Be Better - A Biblical (and Practical) Case for Having Kids Earlier
In a culture that says “wait until you’re ready”, we’re taking a different route — one that’s shaped by Scripture and real-life wisdom.In this episode of Foundations for the Childbearing Years, we’re…
S1E2 Ep. 2: The Vision for Foundations
In this episode, we’re flipping the script on how most women approach pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.While the world tells us to obsess over information and prepare for every possible outcome,…
S1E1 Ep. 1: Why I Created Foundations for the Childbearing Years
In this first episode, I’m sharing the story behind the podcast — starting with the birth of my first child and how it unexpectedly led me into the world of birth work. You’ll hear how that…
Foundations for the Childbearing Years - Trailer
Welcome to the podcast!This short trailer will give you a feel for what Foundations for the Childbearing Years is all about — and why it matters to prepare for the season of childbearing before it…
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Foundations for the Childbearing Years has published 19 episodes since June 2025, covering topics in Kids & Family, Parenting.
Foundations for the Childbearing Years is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 29m.
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