3 | Faith and Fertility: Discovering I Was Pregnant When I Was TTA! (Trying to AVOID!)

In this episode of the Open to Life podcast, the host shares her unexpected journey to pregnancy despite using fertility awareness methods to avoid it. She discusses the factors that contributed to her pregnancy, including her lack of progesterone and the absence of cervical mucus, and reflects on the role of faith and prayer in her experience. The conversation emphasizes the importance of being open to life and trusting God with fertility decisions, even when they lead to unexpected outcomes.Want healing after a traumatic birth? Check out ⁠The Dwelling Place⁠ by Brigid Tebaldi. Learn more ⁠HERE⁠.Takeaways:Tracking my temperature, mucus, and hormones was essential.I thought I was infertile, but God had other plans.The Catholic Church encourages couples to discern family planning.Low progesterone can impact pregnancy outcomes.Stress and travel affected my fertility awareness.I was surprised to find out I was pregnant on my husband's birthday.Children are never unplanned by God, even if unexpected.I prayed for the desire to be a mom and for God's timing.Fertility awareness is not a foolproof method of avoiding pregnancy.Trusting God with fertility is a significant aspect of faith.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Fertility Awareness and NFP02:57 Navigating Pregnancy Surprises and Spiritual Guidance07:45 Unexpected Pregnancy Journey23:05 Faith and Fertility Awareness