Ep - 22 A Mother's Radical Faith, Unexpected Miracles and Child Loss

Send us Fan MailSend us a textSerena shares her deeply moving journey of faith through pregnancy, motherhood, and loss after her son was diagnosed with Trisomy 13 (Patau Syndrome), a rare genetic condition.• Faith and motherhood are intricately woven together in Serena's life, not separate elements to be juggled• Finding out about her pregnancy with "Jam Jam" was initially a shock, coming just nine months after her previous child• At the 12-week scan, doctors identified potential issues leading to the diagnosis of full Trisomy 13• Despite being told 90% of children with this condition die shortly after birth, Serena focused on the 10% chance of survival• Facing her own health complications from a previous pregnancy that left her in heart failure, Serena still chose to continue the pregnancy• The remarkable moment when Jam Jam, born with no eyes (bilateral anophthalmia), miraculously opened his eyes at eight months old after Serena's prayer• Jam Jam lived for five years, defying all medical predictions and touching countless lives with his joy• The peaceful passing of Jam Jam surrounded by family and music, with Serena experiencing a spiritual awareness of God's presence• Practical ways Serena honors her son's memory, including planting perennial bulbs at his grave, which she calls his "front door"• Advice for others on this journey: cherish every moment, catalog memories, connect with supportive communities, and maintain faith in GodFor anyone walking through pregnancy complications, a difficult diagnosis, or child loss, remember you're not alone. Connect with others and be honest about your struggles – it's okay not to be okay.Support the showThank you for ListeningTo ask us a question email us @ [email protected] the show🎙️ Enjoying the podcast?Support the mission and help us keep these real, unfiltered conversations going:👉https://ko-fi.com/unfilteredchristianpodcast Got a question or topic you want us to dive into? 📩 [email protected]’s grow together in truth 🤍 Cece & Shay The Unfiltered Christian Podcast