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10. When God's Plan Doesn't Match Yours: Trusting Through Pregnancy Loss and Sleep Struggles
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In this episode of Faith Over Fear: The Christian Pregnancy & Birth Podcast, I'm joined by Jamie Ortiz, a pediatric sleep coach, military spouse, and mama of two who shares her powerful journey through pregnancy loss, high-risk births, and finding God's faithfulness in the midst of heartbreak.
Jamie's motherhood story began with devastating loss—giving birth prematurely to her baby at 22 weeks while her husband was deployed overseas. But even in that unimaginable grief, God was preparing her heart with Scripture and dreams, showing her His character before the storm hit. Her subsequent pregnancies brought month-long hospitalizations and emergency deliveries—none of which looked like the plan she had envisioned.
Through it all, Jamie discovered that God's sovereignty doesn't diminish in our suffering—it sustains us through it. Her story is a beautiful testament to trusting the Lord's plan even when it looks nothing like what we expected, and how He can use our deepest pain to serve others in their greatest need.
Whether you're walking through pregnancy loss, navigating high-risk pregnancies, or feeling overwhelmed by sleepless nights with your little one—this episode offers hope, practical wisdom, and a fresh reminder that God sees you in every season.
In this episode, Jamie shares:
🕊️ How God prepared her heart for loss through Scripture and dreams during her first pregnancy
💔 The raw reality of losing a baby at 22 weeks and grieving while trusting God's goodness
🏥 Navigating subsequent high-risk pregnancies, hospitalizations, and deployments
👶 Her journey from sleep-deprived mama to certified pediatric sleep consultant
💤 Practical encouragement for nursing moms struggling with sleep associations
✝️ Why introducing bottles early creates healthier family dynamics and stronger marriages
🤱 The importance of considering your whole family—not just baby—in sleep decisions
Scripture Shared:
"He is the Lord. Let him do what is good in his eyes." – 1 Samuel 3:18
Mentioned in this episode:
📸 Jamie's Instagram: @littleonessleepsociety
🌙 Pediatric sleep coaching for families with children up to age 6, including neurodivergent support: learn more at littleonessleepsociety.com
💖 Work with Me 1:1 – Doula Support & Coaching: Explore birth support and childbirth education for your pregnancy and birth journey
✨ Christian Mama Birth Prep Library; Free birth prep tools, worship playlist & more
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Let's keep choosing trust over control, one story at a time. Go here for the full blog post, show notes, and all resources mentioned!"
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