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Crunchy Mom Law

The “crunchy mom” trend is on the rise and—for the most part—I’m here for it. We are beginning to see the long-term effects of the lifestyle choices of our youth and understand how holistic approaches can reverse and prevent a number of the effects for the next generation. But the more deeply seeped I become in the crunchy community, the more I see the impracticality of some of its standards and the pressure it’s putting on moms or women trying to become moms. While I still wholeheartedly pursue a natural lifestyle, I’ve had to learn the hard way to what end.

How to Support Someone Through Pregnancy Loss

“I’m so sorry. Is there anything I can do?” It’s taken months since my second miscarriage for me to be able to put words to how I would answer that question. When it’s fresh, a sense of shell shock and overwhelm make such open-ended questions difficult to answer. But now that I’ve had time to step back and consider what was helpful as I was miscarrying, I think I’ve found my reply.

Pregnancy LossDanielle VickersJanuary 12, 2024miscarriage, grief, loss, hope, church, pregnancy loss, jesus, gifts for miscarriageComment

Grief’s Gift

On my flight home from my grandmother’s funeral—the fifth of six losses this year—I pulled out my phone, opened my Notes app, and began to write. As I did, the words poured out of me. What began as a factual account of the losses I and my family have faced this year turned into an encouraging reminder that pain is never wasted, that God does indeed work all things together for good, that our loved ones live on in us long after they’re gone, and that good things can come from something as horrible as death. This is my 2023 testimony. This is grief’s gift.

Grief & LossDanielle VickersDecember 27, 2023grief, loss, pregnancy loss, miscarriage, loss of parent, gospel, Jesus, purposeComment

A Call to Grieve Differently

Most of us don’t really know how to respond to pregnancy loss. There isn’t exactly a how-to guide on the subject. But without explicit guidance, how are Christians to reply? Is there a biblical response to pregnancy loss no one told us about? Is God really calling us to acknowledge the issue in a specific way? In this post, we’ll compare the heart of the Father to cultural norms as we are challenged to go against the grain and respond to pregnancy loss God’s way.

Where Was God When I Miscarried?

From the point of conception to when your baby’s heart beat its last to the grief that forever lingers for the child you lost, you may be wondering: Where is God in miscarriage? Whether you or someone you care about has experienced pregnancy loss, we will look to Scripture to help us understand where the Lord was at each part of any given pregnancy loss story and what role He played as it unfolded.

Pregnancy LossDanielle VickersOctober 16, 2023miscarriage, pregnancy loss, grief, bible verses, God, Jesus, theology, Holy SpiritComment

If God, Why Miscarriage?

Miscarriage raises many big questions about God even for the most seasoned believers. If you are wondering what the Bible actually says about pregnancy loss, you are in good company. While I in no way claim to have all the answers, my ultimate goal is to point you to the One who does as we unpack seven common questions that arise with pregnancy loss.

What You Need to Know About Pregnancy Loss

After my first miscarriage, I thought I knew what all miscarriages looked like. But as I began to connect with more women on the subject, I realized I didn’t know as much as I thought. Humbled, my heart filled with grace and deeper compassion as I gained an understanding of the uniqueness of each miscarriage experience. Whether you or someone you care about has suffered pregnancy loss, we will dive into what miscarriage looks like in its many forms to help us ask for or provide the individual support needed.

Pregnancy LossDanielle VickersOctober 4, 2023miscarriage, pregnancy loss, pregnancy loss awareness month, loss, griefComment

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