38. Resilient and Redeemed: Erin Conrad’s Path as a Single Mom

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with Erin Conrad, a devoted mother, fitness expert, and active church member. Erin shares her background and professional journey, including her early life and education at Malone University and the life-changing encounter with God's love after the birth of her son Edison, making her a single mother.  She discusses the emotional and financial challenges of being a single mother, highlighting the constant balancing act of work, personal life, and raising an energetic son. The conversation touches on the resilience required to navigate these dual roles and the types of support single moms need, such as community and church support, emotional and mental health resources, and practical financial assistance. Erin offers insights into how listeners can support single moms through encouraging words, acts of kindness, and being present, supportive friends or community members. She also shares her hobbies and passions, including playing sports with Edison, enjoying outdoor activities, writing, reading, and the joy of good coffee. Erin talks about spreading the love of Jesus and living a life of faith, expressing her gratitude for her community and God's redeeming love, and reflecting on how these elements have been integral in her journey as a single mother.Episode Highlights: More on Erin’s Background Story The struggles of being a Single Mother Fear of Judgement in the Church Supporting Single Moms Showing Jesus to Single MomsFind more on Guest:Find Erin on Instagram Find Revival Grounds Coffee on Instagram Annie. E. Casey Foundation Find More on Hope Bridge:Single Mom Connection Form Hope for Single Moms Visit Our Website Follow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook Foster Our Community Instagram This show has been produced by Adkins Media Co.Learn more about Hope for the Journey TBRI TrainingLearn more about Building Trauma-Informed Spaces with Kim Botto