🙏🏽 Invite God Into Your Birth Room 👶🏽

Sometimes the path God uses to prepare you doesn’t look anything like what you expected.In this conversation, I sit with Yanna Anderson—midwife, teacher, mentor, wife, and First Lady—as she reflects on a journey that began long before she stepped into birth work. Even as a child, she was fascinated by childbirth, watching stories unfold with curiosity and questions that would later guide her calling.What unfolds is not just a professional story, but a testimony of how God weaves together every experience—education, marriage, leadership, and service—into something intentional. Yanna’s work as a children’s educator now informs the way she guides women and families in Bible-based childbirth education, showing how teaching, nurturing, and mentorship translate seamlessly into birth support.There is so much goodness and deep conversation to unpack in this episode. We touch on the power of education within the maternal health care system and how that serves as a vehicle for protecting birth and promoting safe motherhood.We explore her role within her marriage and ministry, and how being a wife and First Lady has shaped the way she leads—with discernment, humility, and trust in God. Her current role as a school principal provides background context for how she continues to lead and educate, even outside the birth room.Through the founding of the Black Christian Birthworkers Network, her work reflects a calling that is both deeply personal and clearly directed. She has written a devotional for birth professionals, offers select classes, and created resources that support and equip other birth workers—all reflecting a life lived in step with God’s plan.This conversation is a reminder that faith in childbirth is not only about the moments in the birthing room—it is about the journey that prepares you to serve others fully. God does not waste experiences. He prepares, positions, and reveals—step by step.And when we trust Him enough to move forward without seeing the full picture, we witness how His plans unfold in ways we could never imagine.CONNECT WITH MEShare Your Birth StoryInvite Me to SpeakGet the Book: Invite God Into Your Birth RoomAttend Childbirth Education & Hire a DoulaKingdom Birth Services: kingdombirthservices.comAuthor: tamarawrenn.comI’d love to hear your thoughts or your own birth story—your experiences inspire others and remind us all of God’s work in the birthing room. Comment below.

Sometimes the most powerful conversations almost slip by.This interview almost didn’t happen—we were already deep in conversation when we realized we needed to turn the recorder on. And honestly, that feels fitting for this birth story.What unfolds next is less about a birth plan and more about who God reveals Himself to be in the middle of it.Kamala shares how this birth challenged her expectations—not because she lacked faith, but because even when we know God, we can still unknowingly place limits on how we expect Him to move. We simplify Him. We imagine His presence fitting neatly within what feels familiar, manageable, or previously experienced.But God is not small. He is not bound by our understanding, our timelines, or even our certainty.In this birth, God showed up swiftly and decisively—fast and furious—yet without chaos. What might seem urgent or unexpected to us can still be covered in peace when it is led by Him. Through Kamala’s story, we hear how surrender, discernment, and trust made space for God to do something new. And, we hear the impact it had on her relationship with God and her Her husband.This conversation invites us to reflect on how often we say we trust God—yet still expect Him to operate within the edges of what we already know. Even seasoned mothers, even faithful women, are still being shown more of who He is.This is a story of surprise, listening, and revelation. A reminder that God is always more—more present, more powerful, more intentional—than we can imagine, even when we think we know Him well.And yes, God is salvation.CONNECT WITH MEShare Your Birth StoryRequest a Podcast InterviewGet Yourself the BookInvite God Into Your Birth Room: The Art of Spiritual Strategy for the Childbearing YearAttend Childbirth Education & Hire a DoulaKingdom Birth ServicesMedia Appearances Author InterviewsLet’s Talk: Schedule a ConsultationConsultation SchedulingWebsiteBirth Work: https://www.kingdombirthservices.com/Author: https://www.tamarawrenn.com/

As we step into a new year, this episode is an invitation to lift your eyes, release old frames of reference, and stay attentive to what God is unfolding right now.In this first episode of 2026, I give glory and praise to God for being my source—not just in 2025, but throughout my entire life. I reflect on what it means to truly trust Him in my career and vocation, and how that obedience overflowed into unexpected blessings in my personal life, especially the gift of family & fellowship.At one point in this new year, I found myself saying, “Here we go again.” But the Holy Spirit gently corrected me. "This isn’t going backward. This isn’t repetition." God reminded me not to frame new movement through old language, because He has already told us not to dwell on the former things.This episode is about recognizing when God is doing something new, even when it doesn’t look the way we expected, and choosing faith over familiar narratives.Be blessed and share this podcast with your community. Let's focus on being each others keeper.Scripture referenced in this episode:Isaiah 43:18–21“Do not remember the former things, Or ponder the things of the past.Listen carefully, I am about to do a new thing, Now it will spring forth; Will you not be aware of it? I will even put a road in the wilderness, Rivers in the desert.The beasts of the field will honor Me, Jackals and ostriches,Because I have given waters in the wilderness And rivers in the desert, To give drink to My people, My chosen. The people whom I formed for Myself Will make known My praise.”RESOURCESShare Your Birth StoryRequest a Podcast InterviewGet Yourself the BookInvite God Into Your Birth Room: The Art of Spiritual Strategy for the Childbearing YearAttend Childbirth Education & Hire a DoulaKingdom Birth ServicesInvite Me: Media & SpeakingAuthor Media & Speaking EngagementsSchedule a Consultation Just Us Women Productions – Consultation Scheduling

"I was called to be a nurse in college, and I was created to be a midwife."In this episode, midwife Carly Waller shares her personal journey from childhood faith to discovering her true calling in midwifery. Together we explore her vocational story, the transition from corporate healthcare to the freedom to support physiological birth, and what guided her decision to make that shift.This conversation offers meaningful insight for anyone considering—or already working within—the birth world: midwives, doulas, nurses, lactation specialists, or OB/GYNs. Carly’s story encourages you to consider how to posture your heart so that throughout your walk, you can hear where God is guiding you.I realized after recording the first few episodes of Season 2 that my audio came out low. Turn up the volume so you don’t miss anything. This long-form conversation is full of Kingdom-centered wisdom. If you need to pause, take your time, just be sure to come back. Carly’s insights are worth it.Carly is a Certified Nurse-Midwife with a private homebirth and well-woman practice in North Carolina. She has been a nurse since 2003 and a midwife since 2018. Her experience includes birth center midwifery and a hospital-based collaborative practice with physicians before launching her own practice.She believes she was called to be a nurse, created to be a midwife, and commissioned to start New Eden Birth & Wellness PLLC as well as the Breath of Life Christian Birthworkers Association.Carly has been married for more than 19 years, with a daughter in college and a son in high school.Contact Carly - Website:https://newedenbirthandwellness.com/For Aspiring & Current Birth Professionals: Connect With Carly Click Here: Breath of Life Christian Birthworkers Association:Carly's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/newedenbirthandwellness?igsh=MWEwejNpamxtMHRtdg==RESOURCESOfficial Author Page & Purchase the Bookhttps://www.tamarawrenn.com/Media Appearanceshttps://www.tamarawrenn.com/aboutFacebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/699443958395426Childbirth Classes & Doula Serviceshttps://www.kingdombirthservices.com/Book an Appointmenthttps://cal.com/justuswomen/consultation

Welcome to our first interview episode with one of my doula moms. It’s amazing how quickly time passes, while we chatted about her birth, it felt like it happened just yesterday. Ericka is a mom of two, and I had the honor of supporting her and her husband during their second birth. In her own words, this episode is about her journey as a C-section/VBAC mother—VBAC stands for Vaginal Birth After Cesarean.Ericka shares both of her birth stories, highlighting what led her to hire a doula for the second birth. One thing was clear: as a couple, they approached the experience in one accord, supporting each other every step of the way.I believe it’s important for families to share their birth stories—the positive moments and the challenging ones. There is wisdom to be gained by learning from others’ experiences, and every story has something to offer someone else walking a similar path.We’ll explore:Ericka’s journey through her first birth and her decision-making process for the second.The role of a doula in supporting VBAC and guiding families in self-advocacy.How partnership and alignment between parents can shape the birth experience.Lessons learned and encouragement for other families navigating similar paths.Join us as we celebrate faith, preparation, and the beauty of working together in the birth room.RESOURCESOfficial Author Page & Purchase the Bookhttps://www.tamarawrenn.com/Media Appearanceshttps://www.tamarawrenn.com/aboutFacebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/699443958395426Childbirth Classes & Doula Serviceshttps://www.kingdombirthservices.com/Book an Appointmenthttps://cal.com/justuswomen/consultation

In this episode, we’re diving into three honest questions that come up more often than people admit, questions I’ve discussed with many birth professionals who follow Christ. Even when they aren’t asked out loud, you can be sure others are wondering the same things:Do I have to be a Christian to work with a Christian doula?What are the benefits of working with a Christian doula if I’m not Christian or religious?If I’m a doula, should I only work with Christian families?These questions sit at the intersection of faith, professionalism, and the deeply personal nature of birth work. Together, we’ll explore how to hold your convictions while serving families with compassion, integrity, and excellence—no matter their belief system.I close the episode with a special invitation to all birth professionals:If you’re longing for deeper spiritual grounding in your work, grab a copy of Invite God Into Your Birth Room: The Art of Spiritual Strategy for the Childbearing Year. As birth workers, we’re always searching for tools and resources to help us serve well. My encouragement to you is this:Start with the Word of God. Bring your questions to the Lord in prayer. Partner with the Kingdom of God, don't just be a Christian doing things. And....when you’re ready, let this book support you as you build a strong foundation of faith in your birth business.RESOURCESOfficial Author Page & Purchase the Bookhttps://www.tamarawrenn.com/Media Appearanceshttps://www.tamarawrenn.com/aboutFacebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/699443958395426Childbirth Classes & Doula Serviceshttps://www.kingdombirthservices.com/Book an Appointmenthttps://cal.com/justuswomen/consultation

Identity shapes how we walk through the world, and for many, how we walk through pregnancy, birth, and motherhood. As we begin Season Two, we’re stepping into something special. This season will feature conversations with mothers, families, and birth workers who have welcomed God into their birth experiences. Their stories and testimonies have been on my heart since the earliest days of writing the book, and now the timing is finally right. Not because anyone was delayed, but because this is the season God appointed for these conversations to unfold.Today, we’re starting with a foundational question: Who are you?More specifically, who does God say you are, and how does that identity shape the ongoing struggles we see in maternal health? And for believers, what happens when the world’s definition of identity doesn’t align with God’s?We’ll explore:How identity influences the challenges faced by those giving birth todayWhy the conversation shifts when you’re a follower of ChristWhat Scripture reveals about who you were created to beHow reclaiming your God-given identity strengthens your walk -- in life and in the birth roomScriptures referenced in this episode:Jeremiah 1:4–6Genesis 1:27Ephesians 2:101 Peter 2:91 Corinthians 6:19–20Psalm 139:13James 5:16This season, we’re not avoiding the hard topics—we’re stepping fully into our Father’s work, both inside and outside the birth room.If this episode blesses you, share it with your circle.Encourage the birth workers you know, doulas, nurses, midwives—to use these conversations as a spark for deeper dialogue about their spiritual walk and their calling in birth work. Someone in your community needs this message.RESOURCESOfficial Author Page & Purchase the Bookhttps://www.tamarawrenn.com/Media Appearanceshttps://www.tamarawrenn.com/aboutFacebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/699443958395426Childbirth Classes & Doula Serviceshttps://www.kingdombirthservices.com/Need Coaching for Your Birth or Business: Book an Appointmenthttps://cal.com/justuswomen/consultation

Surrender can feel like a loaded word—one that stirs vulnerability, resistance, or even fear. But today, I’m inviting you to see it differently. Whether surrender makes you feel exposed or empowered, there’s beauty in giving up control when it’s placed in the hands of a loving God.We’ll explore:What it truly means to surrender to a higher powerHow surrender isn't about weakness, but about spiritual alignmentWhy letting go can be the very thing that opens the door to peace, power, and purpose in the birth room and your lifeJoin me as we shift the narrative around surrender and discover the freedom that comes when we stop striving and start trusting God.RESOURCESOfficial Author Page & Purchase the Book⁠⁠https://www.tamarawrenn.com/⁠⁠Media Appearances⁠⁠https://www.tamarawrenn.com/about⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/699443958395426⁠⁠Childbirth Classes & Doula Services⁠⁠https://www.kingdombirthservices.com/⁠⁠Book an Appointment⁠⁠https://cal.com/justuswomen/consultation⁠

In today’s episode of Invite God Into Your Birth Room, we’re talking about something powerful, the atmosphere in the birth space. What does it mean to feel the atmosphere shift? And when it does, how can you recognize it and bring it back into alignment with God’s peace and presence?This conversation goes beyond outward appearances and body language. We dive into what it takes to cultivate and spiritually discern what’s happening in the room—because not everything is visible with the natural eye. Whether you’re a birth worker or an expectant mother, this episode will help you become more aware of the unseen and better equipped to shift the room back to God's will when things feel off.Let’s tune in to what God is doing even when the atmosphere changes.Head's up: There's a little glitch in the recording in the last two minutes, so I apologize in advance.RESOURCESOfficial Author Page & Purchase the Book⁠⁠https://www.tamarawrenn.com/⁠⁠Media Appearances⁠⁠https://www.tamarawrenn.com/about⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/699443958395426⁠⁠Childbirth Classes & Doula Services⁠⁠https://www.kingdombirthservices.com/⁠⁠Book an Appointment⁠⁠https://cal.com/justuswomen/consultation⁠

This episode is fire, y’all! I’m sharing from the heart and diving deep into the power behind Invite God Into Your Birth Room. Here’s what we cover:The value of using this book for midwives, childbirth educators, doulas, or perinatal coaches.How this book moves Christians beyond emotions, guiding them to proactively co-labor with God in a deep relationship that extends beyond the birth room.How client transformation and intimacy with God doesn’t just shift your heart—it overflows into your newborn’s life and transforms the entire birth atmosphere.How comparison can quietly rob you of your calling and block the ways God wants to work through you.RESOURCESOfficial Author Page & Purchase the Book⁠⁠https://www.tamarawrenn.com/⁠⁠Media Appearances⁠⁠https://www.tamarawrenn.com/about⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/699443958395426⁠⁠Childbirth Classes & Doula Services⁠⁠https://www.kingdombirthservices.com/⁠⁠Book an Appointment⁠⁠https://cal.com/justuswomen/consultation⁠

Now that book, Invite God Into Your Birth Room: The Art of Spiritual Strategy for the Childbearing Year is released, the journey of delivering God's message is just beginning. In this episode, I cast the vision for how God is calling me to share His message beyond the book, through five key areas of service, including a God-centered Big Hairy Audacious Goal (BHAG). This vision isn't something I can carry alone. I share how you can partner with me to help fulfill what God has placed on my heart, inviting you to become part of the unfolding story.RESOURCESOfficial Author Page & Purchase the Book⁠https://www.tamarawrenn.com/⁠Media Appearances⁠https://www.tamarawrenn.com/about⁠Facebook Group⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/699443958395426⁠Childbirth Classes & Doula Services⁠https://www.kingdombirthservices.com/⁠Book an Appointment⁠https://cal.com/justuswomen/consultation⁠

In this episode, we reflect on the prayer that opens Invite God Into Your Birth Room. It unfolds into a deeper revelation about the difference between having God as a neighbor who drops by occasionally versus inviting Him into an intimate, ongoing relationshipTogether, we'll explore Romans 12:2 and what it means to move away from Christianity as usual, the routines, the checklists, and into a life transformed by walking with Christ. This conversation invites you to get your head out of doing Christianity the world’s way and instead pursue the renewal that only comes from relationship.If you've journeyed with me so far, you know this episode, like every conversation, takes you on a little detour. But trust that I'll bring you back home—right where God wants us to be.Romans 12:2Amplified Bible2 And do not be conformed to this world [any longer with its superficial values and customs], but be [a]transformed and progressively changed [as you mature spiritually] by the renewing of your mind [focusing on godly values and ethical attitudes], so that you may prove [for yourselves] what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect [in His plan and purpose for you].RESOURCESOfficial Author Page & Purchase the Book⁠https://www.tamarawrenn.com/⁠Media Appearances⁠https://www.tamarawrenn.com/about⁠Facebook Group⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/699443958395426⁠Childbirth Classes & Doula Services⁠https://www.kingdombirthservices.com/⁠Book an Appointment⁠https://cal.com/justuswomen/consultation⁠

In this episode, I share my poem from Invite God Into Your Birth Room, inspired by Exodus 15:20-21 and Nehemiah8:10. These scriptures remind us of the power of worship, joy, and God’s strength in our journey. Tune in as I read the poem and explore how it speaks to faith, birth, and the divine joy that carries us through.Nehemiah 8:10 New Living Translation10 And Nehemiah[⁠a⁠] continued, “Go and celebrate with a feast of rich foods and sweet drinks, and share gifts of food with people who have nothing prepared. This is a sacred day before our Lord. Don’t be dejected and sad, for the joy of the Lord is your strength!Exodus 15:20-21 New Living Translation20 Then Miriam the prophet, Aaron’s sister, took a tambourine and led all the women as they played their tambourines and danced. 21 And Miriam sang this song:“Sing to the Lord,    for he has triumphed gloriously;he has hurled both horse and rider    into the sea.”Official Author Page & Purchase the Bookhttps://www.tamarawrenn.com/Media Appearanceshttps://www.tamarawrenn.com/aboutFacebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/699443958395426Childbirth Classes & Doula Serviceshttps://www.kingdombirthservices.com/Book an Appointmenthttps://cal.com/justuswomen/consultationNehemiah 8:10 New Living Translation10 And Nehemiah[a] continued,“Go and celebrate with a feast of rich foods and sweet drinks, and share gifts of food with people who have nothing prepared. This is a sacred day before our Lord. Don’t be dejected and sad, for the joy of the Lord is your strength!"

In this episode, we explore the national resources listedin Invite God Into Your Birth Room, why they were chosen, and how they support maternal health and advocacy. I alsoshare additional organizations, including Breath of Life Christian Birth Workers Association and Black Mamas Matter Alliance. While I didn’t mention the Black Coalition for Safe Motherhood in the episode, I want to highlight theirvital work here. As creators of the ACTT for Safe Motherhood curriculum, they center Black pregnancy and birth through advocacy. I encourage you to explore their workshops and facilitator training as valuable tools for supporting maternal health. These resources, and others, not only equip mothers but also help birth professionals build a strong spiritual foundation. Whether you're using this book for personal growth or guiding others, these organizations offer essential support. Tune in to discover how these resources can equip you or someone you know for a safer, more empowered birthing experience.Resources In the EpisodeBreath of Life Christian Birth Workers AssociationBlack Mamas Matter Alliance⁠Black Coalition for Safe MotherhoodOfficial Author Page & Purchasethe Bookhttps://www.tamarawrenn.com/Media Appearanceshttps://www.tamarawrenn.com/aboutFacebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/699443958395426Childbirth Classes & DoulaServiceshttps://www.kingdombirthservices.com/Book an Appointmenthttps://cal.com/justuswomen/consultation

Who are the voices behind the reviews? In this episode, we explore the women who have played a role in this journey; how they came into my life, how God used them to fulfill His purpose, and what it teaches us about hearing His voice. God is sovereign, all-knowing, and can use anyone to accomplish His will. But are we listening? Let’s dive into the power of divine connections and the importance of stepping out in faith, even when uncertainty tries to hold us back.Official Author Page & Purchase the Book https://www.tamarawrenn.com/Media Appearanceshttps://www.tamarawrenn.com/aboutFacebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/699443958395426Childbirth Classes & Doula Serviceshttps://www.kingdombirthservices.com/Book an Appointmenthttps://cal.com/justuswomen/consultation

In episode 3, we dive into the back cover of Invite God Into Your Birth Room, exploring its description line by line. Through scripture and real-world connections, we uncover how these words hold deeper meaning and divine alignment. I invite you to reflect on the message, its significance, and how it resonates with God’s Word. Let’s go beyond the surface and discover the power behind the description. And, I've been in this work about 24 years so I was close. ❤️Author's Websitehttps://www.tamarawrenn.com/Media Appearanceshttps://www.tamarawrenn.com/aboutChildbirth Classes & Doula Serviceshttps://www.kingdombirthservices.com/Book an Appointmenthttps://cal.com/justuswomen/consultation

In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of choosing the cover for Invite God Into Your Birth Room—a process led by the Holy Spirit. God’s involvement doesn’t stop at inspiration or the words on the pages; the visual and creative aspects of a book also belong to Him. Join me as I share how the cover came to life and why every detail should not only be inspired by God but also honor Him. Correction: the conversation with Marguerite took place Spring 2023. Author Website https://www.tamarawrenn.com/ Media Appearances https://www.tamarawrenn.com/about Artists Websites References Amyrylander.com http://www.margueriteanglinart.com/ Childbirth Classes & Doula Services https://www.kingdombirthservices.com/ Book an Appointment https://cal.com/justuswomen/consultation

Welcome to the very first episode of Invite God Into Your Birth Room! In this introductory episode, I share my heart behind the podcast and invite you to take the first step in discovering what God wants to teach us and birth through us. This podcast is about more than childbirth—it’s about opening the door to His plans and purpose for your life. Let’s walk this journey of faith together, starting today. Author Website https://www.tamarawrenn.com/ Childbirth Education & Doula Services https://www.kingdombirthservices.com/ Media Appearances https://www.tamarawrenn.com/about Book an Appointment https://cal.com/justuswomen/consultation