071 - What to Do When God Doesn’t Give You the Birth Story You Hoped For with Denise Graves

In this episode, Denise Graves shares her journey of faith, family, and outdoor adventures. Growing up in Southern California with immigrant parents, Denise reflects on how her upbringing shaped her love for nature and the outdoors. She discusses the importance of maintaining outdoor traditions with her own children, the challenges of parenting, and how her faith plays a crucial role in her life. Denise also shares her personal experiences, including the premature birth of her son and the lessons learned through that challenging time. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the significance of connecting with nature and God, offering practical tips for parents to incorporate outdoor activities into their family life. In this conversation, Denise Graves shares her profound journey through motherhood, highlighting the challenges and miracles she experienced during her pregnancies. From the trauma of an emergency C-section to the guilt of not being able to carry her son to term, Denise reflects on the emotional and spiritual battles she faced. She emphasizes the importance of faith, community support, and the power of prayer in overcoming these challenges. Denise also discusses the realities of birth plans versus actual experiences, encouraging openness to unexpected outcomes. Ultimately, she finds hope and joy in her imperfect journey, celebrating the miracle of life and the lessons learned along the way.instagram and tiktok: @denisebgravesSupport the showFollow this podcast and it's host on Instagram to stay up to date on the latest episodes @My Valley, His Victory  @messagesfromthemountainWould also love for you to subscribe on YouTube My Valley, His Victory    or MessagesFromTheMountainUse code kenzie20 for 20% off your registration for HIGHLANDER Big Bear https://bit.ly/join_kenzie DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the provided links I may receive a small commission. Music from #Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/aylex/wandererLicense code: 3E2WIQTKULU64TC4